2026 Small Business Awards Ceremony
Mark your calendar for Thursday, May 7, 2026, when we gather at St. Clements Castle in Portland for the 2026 Small Business Awards Ceremony. This cherished event shines a spotlight on the incredible businesses that make our community vibrant, resilient, and unique.
We’ll honor a wide range of Middlesex Chamber members whose hard work and creativity enrich our region every day. Come enjoy an evening filled with celebration, connection, and community pride. Tickets are now available.
Congratulations to our 2026 Small Business Award Recipients!
Business of the Year (1-30 employees)
Shoreline HR Consulting, Clinton
Business of the Year (31+ employees)
Connecticut Lighting Center, Hartford
Business Growth & Expansion
Carl Guild & Associates, Middlesex County
Manufacturer of the Year
ARBURG, Rocky Hill
Entrepreneur of the Year
Haven Hot Chicken, Connecticut
Minority Owned Business of the Year
Malex Creations, LLC, Middletown
Nonprofit Business of the Year
Middlesex Habitat for Humanity of CT, Cromwell
Outstanding New Business Under 5 Years
Terrazza Restaurant, Portland
