Triangle East 2026 Legacy Awards
Name:
Triangle East 2026 Legacy Awards
Date:
May 19, 2026
Time:
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT
Registration:
Sorry, public registration for this event has been closed.
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Event Description:
You're invited to celebrate with us as we honor leaders in our community who are investing their time, talent, and resources to make Triangle East the wonderful place we get to call home!
2025 Legacy Award Nominees
Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient:
Rebecca Flowers
Presented to a citizen or citizens who, over their lifetime, have consistently served the Triangle East region with outstanding ability and dedication by voluntarily giving of their time, talent and energies without remuneration.
Citizen of the Year Award Recipient:
Jeffery Hamilton
Presented to a citizen or citizens who, over the last year, have consistently served the Triangle East region with outstanding ability and dedication by voluntarily giving of their time, talent and energies without remuneration.
Jimmy Creech Small Businessperson of the Year Award Nominees:
Rebecca Flowers
Presented to a citizen or citizens who, over their lifetime, have consistently served the Triangle East region with outstanding ability and dedication by voluntarily giving of their time, talent and energies without remuneration.
Citizen of the Year Award Recipient:
Jeffery Hamilton
Presented to a citizen or citizens who, over the last year, have consistently served the Triangle East region with outstanding ability and dedication by voluntarily giving of their time, talent and energies without remuneration.
Jimmy Creech Small Businessperson of the Year Award Nominees:
Terry Arthur, Pine Level Hardware & Furniture
Donna Fitzgerald & Hayley Hodge, The Grocery Bag
Tim Sessoms, Comfort Shield
Warren Stancil, Interstate Outdoor, Inc.
This award is given in memory of 1976 Board Chair Jimmy Creech who operated Creech's Pharmacy in downtown Smithfield for over 50 years. It is presented to the outstanding small business owner in the community based on success, longevity and commitment to the community.
Emerging Leader Award Nominees:
Emerging Leader Award Nominees:
Carter Jones
Joelina Landa
Jonathan McHatton
Shatisha Mclaurin
Kyle Mobley
Hannah Stecher
Dr. LaShawndra White
Leaders under age 40 recognized for their contributions to the betterment of our community and impact on their business/organization.
In addition to the awards program, the evening will feature a silent auction benefiting the Triangle East Economic Development Foundation. The Foundation supports the work of the Triangle East Chamber of Commerce in its mission to promote the economic well-being of the region through workforce development, business growth, and regional collaboration. Auction items have been generously donated by local businesses and community partners, including:
In addition to the awards program, the evening will feature a silent auction benefiting the Triangle East Economic Development Foundation. The Foundation supports the work of the Triangle East Chamber of Commerce in its mission to promote the economic well-being of the region through workforce development, business growth, and regional collaboration. Auction items have been generously donated by local businesses and community partners, including:
Mark McDonnell, AdVenture Development
Flowers Plantation Businesses
Ron Hester, Barbetta, LLC
Judy Boyette, Johnston County Arts Council
Scott Nunn, Triangle East Chamber Board Chair
Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q
Coastal Credit Union
Carolina Packers/Brightleaf Hotdogs
Smithfield Tobs & Joco TaterHogs
Carolina Air Repair
The Insurance Shoppe
Country Club of Johnston County
Daughtry, Woodard, Lawrence & Starling
Event Sponsors:
Gold Sponsor
Event Sponsors:
Platinum Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Cocktail Sponsor
Presenting Sponsor
Location:
The Farm at 42
Date/Time Information:
5:00p Cocktail Reception
6:00p Dinner
6:00p Dinner
Contact Information:
Fees/Admission:
Individual Registration: $65 ($10 member discount)
Members must register through the Member Information Center (MIC) to receive discount. Call the Chamber at 919.934.9166 if you need assistance.
Presenting Sponsor $2500 (Limit 1) - Includes: Event naming rights, Speaking opportunity, Premier logo placement, Logo on website and program, Pre/Post event digital promotion, Dedicated social media recognition, 8 reserved tickets, and a post-event guest list.
Members must register through the Member Information Center (MIC) to receive discount. Call the Chamber at 919.934.9166 if you need assistance.
Presenting Sponsor $2500 (Limit 1) - Includes: Event naming rights, Speaking opportunity, Premier logo placement, Logo on website and program, Pre/Post event digital promotion, Dedicated social media recognition, 8 reserved tickets, and a post-event guest list.
Platinum Sponsor $1000 - Includes: Speaking opportunity, Prominent logo placement, Logo on website and program, Pre/Post event digital promotion, Group social media recognition, 6 reserved tickets, and a post-event guest list.
Gold Sponsor $500 - Includes: Logo on website and program, Pre/Post event digital promotion, Group social media recognition, 4 reserved tickets, and a post-event guest list.
Silver Sponsor $250 - Includes: Name Recognition, Group social media recognition, and 2 reserved tickets.
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