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SUMMARY:2026 GBA Annual Celebration\, presented by CaroMont Health
DESCRIPTION:This year's Annual Celebration hosted by the Gaston Business Association is scheduled for December 4th at the Gastonia Conference Center.\n\nWhy it matters: Join us for a day filled with valuable networking opportunities\, camaraderie\, and celebration of our collective achievements.\n\nThe big picture: Reflect on our past achievements\, celebrate the present moment\, and strategically plan for the future to pave the way for sustained growth and success.\n\n\n"Honoring Our Past\, Celebrating Our Present\, Charting Our Future"\n\nThe chosen theme underscores our commitment to recognizing the accomplishments within our community while collectively envisioning a prosperous future. We believe that by reflecting on our past achievements\, celebrating the present moment\, and strategically planning for the future\, we can pave the way for sustained growth and success.\n\n\nAwards to be Presented:\n\n\n	\n	Athena Award: This prestigious accolade recognizes outstanding business and professional men and women who have made significant contributions to leadership opportunities for women. It is a testament to the commitment of individuals who champion diversity and equality in the business world.\n	\n	\n	Aurora Award: This award honors a rising female business professional and community advocate. It acknowledges the dedication and impact of women who are making a difference not only in their careers but also in the broader community.\n	\n	\n	Duke Energy's Citizenship and Service Award: This award pays tribute to individuals or groups that have made a positive impact in their communities through volunteer service and civic participation. It is a celebration of the spirit of giving back and making a meaningful difference.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p class="text-base text-grey-2 leading-relaxed mb-5 min-h-[1rem]" data-cy="paragraph" data-node="paragraph" data-pm-slice="1 3 []">This year&#39\;s Annual Celebration hosted by the Gaston Business Association is scheduled for December 4th at the Gastonia Conference Center.</p>\n\n<p class="text-base text-grey-2 leading-relaxed mb-5 min-h-[1rem]" data-cy="paragraph" data-node="paragraph"><strong data-qa="bold_text">Why it matters: </strong>Join us for a day filled with valuable networking opportunities\, camaraderie\, and celebration of our collective achievements.</p>\n\n<p class="text-base text-grey-2 leading-relaxed mb-5 min-h-[1rem]" data-cy="paragraph" data-node="paragraph"><strong data-qa="bold_text">The big picture: </strong>Reflect on our past achievements\, celebrate the present moment\, and strategically plan for the future to pave the way for sustained growth and success.</p>\n\n<blockquote class="border-l-[3px] border-solid ml-4 pl-5" color="#772583" data-qa="blockquote" style="border-color: #772583">\n<p class="text-base text-grey-2 leading-relaxed mb-5 min-h-[1rem]" data-cy="paragraph" data-node="paragraph"><strong data-qa="bold_text">&quot\;Honoring Our Past\, Celebrating Our Present\, Charting Our Future&quot\;</strong></p>\n\n<p class="text-base text-grey-2 leading-relaxed mb-5 min-h-[1rem]" data-cy="paragraph" data-node="paragraph">The chosen theme underscores our commitment to recognizing the accomplishments within our community while collectively envisioning a prosperous future. We believe that by reflecting on our past achievements\, celebrating the present moment\, and strategically planning for the future\, we can pave the way for sustained growth and success.</p>\n</blockquote>\n\n<p class="text-base text-grey-2 leading-relaxed mb-5 min-h-[1rem]" data-cy="paragraph" data-node="paragraph"><strong data-qa="bold_text">Awards to be Presented:</strong></p>\n\n<ul class="editor-ul pl-7 w-full" data-qa="bullet_list">\n	<li class="editor-li" data-qa="list_item">\n	<p class="text-base text-grey-2 leading-relaxed mb-5 min-h-[1rem]" data-cy="paragraph" data-node="paragraph"><strong data-qa="bold_text">Athena Award:</strong> This prestigious accolade recognizes outstanding business and professional men and women who have made significant contributions to leadership opportunities for women. It is a testament to the commitment of individuals who champion diversity and equality in the business world.</p>\n	</li>\n	<li class="editor-li" data-qa="list_item">\n	<p class="text-base text-grey-2 leading-relaxed mb-5 min-h-[1rem]" data-cy="paragraph" data-node="paragraph"><strong data-qa="bold_text">Aurora Award:</strong> This award honors a rising female business professional and community advocate. It acknowledges the dedication and impact of women who are making a difference not only in their careers but also in the broader community.</p>\n	</li>\n	<li class="editor-li" data-qa="list_item">\n	<p class="text-base text-grey-2 leading-relaxed mb-5 min-h-[1rem]" data-cy="paragraph" data-node="paragraph"><strong data-qa="bold_text">Duke Energy&rsquo\;s Citizenship and Service Award:</strong> This award pays tribute to individuals or groups that have made a positive impact in their communities through volunteer service and civic participation. It is a celebration of the spirit of giving back and making a meaningful difference.</p>\n	</li>\n</ul>\n
LOCATION:Gastonia Conference Center
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DTSTAMP:20260428T130521Z
URL:https://members.gastonbusiness.com/events/details/2026-gba-annual-celebration-presented-by-caromont-health-7850
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