2027 Carmichael People of the Year: Pillars of Our Community

Save the Date — Wednesday, April 7, 2027 | 6:00 PM

Nominations Are Now Open! Deadline: November 19, 2026, at 11:00 PM

Every thriving community is built upon extraordinary people. Those who lead with integrity, serve with dedication, inspire others, and make a lasting difference become the pillars upon which our community stands.

The Carmichael Chamber of Commerce proudly invites you to join us for our 2027 People of the Year Awards Dinner: Pillars of Our Community, an elegant evening dedicated to honoring the individuals, businesses, and organizations whose contributions strengthen the foundation of Carmichael.

While our celebration is scheduled for April 7, the opportunity to recognize these exceptional community members begins today!

Help Us Recognize Carmichael's Pillars

We invite our community to nominate deserving individuals, businesses, and organizations for the following honors:

• Person of the Year — The Chamber's most prestigious recognition, celebrating extraordinary community impact.
• Business Woman of the Year — Recognizing outstanding business leadership and achievement.
• Business Man of the Year — Honoring exceptional business leadership and achievement.
• Carmichael Spirit Award — Celebrating an individual or business that fosters unity, positivity, and the spirit of Carmichael.
• Nonprofit of the Year — Recognizing a nonprofit organization making a meaningful difference.
• Carmichael Legacy Award — Honoring a business established for more than 20 years.
• New Business Award — Celebrating a business established for fewer than five years.
• Public Service Award — Recognizing an individual employed in public service, including government, education, parks, emergency services, or law enforcement.
• Chamber Ambassador of the Year — Celebrating outstanding Chamber ambassadorship.
• Chamber Champion Award — Recognizing exceptional Chamber philanthropy and support.

Don't see a category that fits someone deserving? Tell us their story! The Chamber may consider creating a special recognition.

Nomination Guidelines

Nominees will be evaluated on their individual merits and selected by the Carmichael Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.

Nominees must generally be current Chamber members in good standing. Membership exceptions may be granted for the Public Service Award, Carmichael Spirit Award, Carmichael Legacy Award, and Nonprofit of the Year.

Self-nominations are welcome!

All nominations must be submitted by Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 11:00 PM.

Submit Your 2027 People of the Year Nomination

Save the Date: April 7, 2027

Join us as we recognize the leadership, generosity, dedication, and spirit that make Carmichael an extraordinary place to live, work, and serve.

Pillars of Our Community

Honoring Strength, Leadership & Lasting Impact.

Additional event details, sponsorship opportunities, and ticket information will be announced.

Because a strong community is built by extraordinary people.