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Celebrating the Best in Business!

Join the Black Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County for the 14th Annual Ascension Awards Program Brunch, our signature celebration recognizing outstanding businesses, entrepreneurs, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders who demonstrate excellence, leadership, and meaningful community impact.

Enjoy an inspiring morning of recognition, networking, and celebration as we honor the 2026 Ascension Awards nominees and announce this year’s award recipients.

Advance Admission Tickets Are Now Available

$160 Individual Ticket

Available September 28–October 18, or while quantities last.

Reserve your seat early and experience one of Palm Beach County’s premier celebrations of business and community leadership.

Click the Register button to purchase your ticket.

Event Details

Saturday, November 21, 2026

Reception: 10:00–10:45 AM
Mimosas & Coffee Bar

Brunch and Awards Program: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Wellington National Golf Club
400 Binks Forest Drive
Wellington, FL 33414

Please follow the posted event signage upon arrival and allow additional time for check-in.

Meet Our Event Emcee

Hollani Davis

Anchor/Reporter, WPTV NewsChannel 5 and WFLX FOX 29

Award-winning journalist Hollani Davis is a familiar and trusted presence throughout South Florida. Known for compelling storytelling, community engagement, and advocating for accountability on behalf of viewers, Hollani is also a multi-Emmy Award recipient and experienced emcee who regularly supports community events and initiatives throughout Palm Beach County.

Meet Our Featured Guest Speaker

Dexter A. Bridgeman

CEO and Founder, M•I•A Media Group LLC

Dexter A. Bridgeman is a distinguished media entrepreneur, publisher, and business executive whose leadership has helped shape South Florida’s media landscape. As founder, publisher, and CEO of M•I•A Media Group LLC, he leads a multimedia enterprise that includes Legacy Miami, Legacy South Florida, M•I•A Magazine, digital news, television, newsletters, and signature events.

For more than two decades, Bridgeman has championed business leaders, entrepreneurs, and emerging professionals while documenting leadership, achievement, and excellence. His vision has positioned M•I•A Media Group at the intersection of media, business, culture, and community engagement throughout South Florida and beyond.

Ticket Schedule

Advance Admission

$160 Individual Ticket
September 28–October 18

Table Special

$1,650 Table of 10
Save $50
Available through October 18

General Admission

$175 Individual Ticket
$1,700 Table of 10
October 19–November 19

Ticket offers are valid only during their designated promotional periods and are subject to availability.

Thank You to Our Sponsors and Media Partners

We proudly recognize the organizations helping make the 14th Annual Ascension Awards Program Brunch possible.

Presenting Sponsor
City of West Palm Beach

Leader Sponsor
Hatcher Construction & Development

Ascender Sponsors
PNC Bank
InclusiFi

Legacy Media Partner
M•I•A Media Group — Legacy Miami and Legacy South Florida

Media Sponsors
Hubbard Radio South Florida
The Palm Beach Post/LOCALiQ

Register Today

Celebrate business excellence, community leadership, and the achievements of Palm Beach County’s outstanding professionals and organizations.

Space is limited. Click the Register button to purchase your tickets today.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

For additional information, contact:

Email: contact@blackchamberpbc.com
Phone: (561) 729-1664