Groundwork Gathering 2026

Join the Development Finance Authority of Summit County for the second annual
Groundwork Gathering event!
About this Event

We invite you to an evening dedicated to recognizing the businesses, organizations, and projects that are driving innovation, fostering growth, and strengthening our region. We are proud to recognize our outstanding nominees whose work is making a meaningful impact in our communities. From this exceptional group, five nominees will be acknowledged during the event.

The doors open at 4:45 p.m. with the awards presentation starting at 5:45 p.m. which will feature the following honors:

• Nonprofit Community Champion Award – Recognizing a nonprofit project that positively influences the community.
• Growth Accelerator Award – Recognizing a business or organization that has experienced significant growth.
• On the Rise Award – Recognizing an emerging business or organization with strong future potential.
• Visionary Project Award – Recognizing a project demonstrating exceptional foresight and strategic thinking.
• The Groundwork Award – Recognizing a business that demonstrates longstanding commitment presence with sustained commitment and reliability.

This free celebration of regional talent includes hors d’oeuvres, one drink ticket (cash bar available), and opportunities to socialize and network with fellow business and community leaders.

Agenda

🕑: 05:00 PM
Food, Drink & Networking
🕑: 05:45 PM
Awards Presentation
🕑: 06:30 PM
Food, Drink & Networking