GLMV Membership Recognition "Mardi Gras" Gala

Date and Time

Thursday Feb 4, 2027
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM CST

VIP SPONSOR RECEPTION - 4:30 PM
EVENT 5:00 - 8:00 PM
D&B ARCADE POWER PLAY FOLLOWING GALA

Location

Dave & Buster's, Hawthorn Mall, Vernon Hills (2nd Level Banquet Room)

Fees/Admission

GLMV Chamber Annual Membership & Recognition Gala recognizes the dynamic GLMV Business Community, exceptional leadership, accomplishments, and provides social networking opportunities.
This signature event and lively evening includes awards, keynote presentation, entertainment, leadership introductions, food/beverage, raffles, VIP reception/photos, sponsorship opportunities with recognition, and more. This year’s Gala will be our best evet, with plentifully opportunity to gather and connect with colleagues and key local business leaders.
Don’t Miss Opportunity to mingle & mix at the ’26 Gala!

***Individual Attendee $65 member by 2/15 / $70 non member and after 2/15. Includes Grill 'n Chill Banquet / 1 drink ticket

SHOWCASE YOUR BIZ SPONSORSHIPS

Sponsorships support local business development via this important fundraiser.
- Showcase your biz to 100+ GLMV business professionals/leaders.
- Tickets (per level)
- Company name/Logo Recognition In Marketing -- website, eblasts, social, flyers, announcements,
- Sponsor Recognition at Gala (announcements, Gala Program, Slide Show Presentation)
- VIP Reception – 4:30 pm
- VIP Photos
- Sponsor Certificate
- Post Event Coverage

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS (Multiple sponsors per level may be available)
Please contact clevin@glmvchamber.org for availability.

Main Event "Mardi Gras" Sponsor-$1500 (most prominent recognition includes 8 tickets)
Venue Sponsor (Dave & Busters)
Cocktail Sponsors -$1500 (includes 8 tickets) or 2 @ $750
Platinum Sponsors - $1000 (includes 6 tickets)
Gold Sponsors: $750 (includes 5 tickets)
Bronze Sponsors $500 (includes 4 tickets)
Grand Prize Sponsors: $500 (includes 2 tickets).
Speaker Sponsosr $500 (includes 4 tickets)
Blue Sponsors - $300 (includes 2 tickets)
Dessert Sponsors $250 (includes 2 tickets)
Award Sponsor - $250 (Carmel Catholic High School)
Individual Attendee $65 member by 2/15 / $70 non member and after 4/10. Includes Grill 'n Chill Banquet / 1 drink ticket
Raffle Prize Donations Needed (Gift Cards, Gift Basket, Item, Product, Service....sorry no coupons or discount offers)
Grand Prize Raffle TIcket: $25 each / Raffle $5 each

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An Evening of Celebration, Awards, Networking
Join us for a spectacular GLMV 2027 Membership/Recognition "Mardi Gras" Gala, a vibrant celebration with GLMV's most influential business professionals. The Gala is our annual signature event...your party honoring our well-deserving membership.
Our Gala Committee is planning an incredible event:
* Leadership Intros * Guest Speaker * Awards * VIP Photos * Raffles * Social Networking * Grill 'n Chill Banquet/Beverage * Raffles * Festive Masks..and more.
* Guest Speaker:

So....make sure to attend and bring a guest or two to add to the evening's energy. Wear your most colorful attire, connect, celebrate community, make a meaningful impact, enjoy a Mardi Gras–inspired celebration!
🎭✨~ Gala Committee Chair Michael Looby, Carmel Catholic High School

Attendees will have opportunity to bid on incredible items generously donated by local businesses during the silent auction, featuring exclusive experiences and unique treasurers.

GRAND PRIZE RAFFLE: 75" SAMSUNG TV - SPONSOR: TRIDENT CAR SERVICE

Showcase Your Biz Sponsorships available for additional recognition.

Join us for a spectacular evening, this Gala offers something for everyone.

Wear your most colorful attire, connect with fellow members, celebrate community, and make a meaningful impact.

Mark your calendars and prepare to experience an evening of Mardi Gras–inspired celebration like never before! 🎭✨

Raffle Prizes/Silent Aution Items Needed: Showcase your biz by providing a raffle item (must be product, service, item, gift basket, certificate, etc...sorry no coupons or discount offers) . Please contact clevin@glmvchamber.org

2026 Gala Committee
Chair Mike Looby, Carmel Catholic High School
Karen Lavris, Glacier Ice
Sheryl Hart, Hart Services LLC.
Chandrika, Elements Massage
Filzah Pavalon, Pavalon Law
Susie Riskind, Dave & Busters
Dimpy Galati, Tax Biz / Womens Wealth Collective
Anna Linsheid, KW Commercial
Laura Long, Fremont Library
Marianne Kaplan, Engaging Speakers
Megan Hansen, Lake Cook Solutions/Seed Voice
John Zebel, School of Rock

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