2026 MYP Gala & Awards: Raise the Stakes
Event Sponsors
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Date and Time
Thursday Apr 16, 2026
4:30 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Location
The Elia Event Venue
6640 US 19
North Palmetto, FL 34221
Fees/Admission
Table of Eight: $850
Partial Table of Four: $500
Individual Ticket | MYP Member: $80
Individual Ticket | Non-MYP Member: $100
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Contact Information
Debbie McDermott
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Description
Get ready for an evening of celebration, connection, and chance at the 2026 MYP Gala & Awards.
This year, we’re raising the stakes with an evening that blends recognition, networking, and casino-style fun. In addition to the awards program, guests will enjoy expanded networking opportunities, casino games, hors d’oeuvres, and signature cocktails.
This event honors Manatee County’s exceptional young professionals who exemplify leadership, integrity, and commitment to community impact. We will also recognize employers who go all in with creative initiatives to attract and retain young talent in our region.
Your support helps Manatee Young Professionals continue to offer meaningful programming, professional development opportunities, and community engagement for the next generation of business and community leaders.
Nominations are Open through February 6
- Nominate a Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) Member who demonstrates initiative and excellence in their careers, contributes time and energy in serving the community, and seeks to support other young professionals through their leadership and advocacy.
- Nominations are also being accepted for companies and organizations that employ creative, intentional initiatives that seek to attract and retain young talent in the greater Manatee County region.
Table of Eight: $850
Includes reserved, preferred placement for 8 with logo recognition on table.
Partial Table of Four: $500
Includes reserved, preferred placement for 4 with logo recognition on table.
Individual Ticket | MYP Member: $80
Open seating.
Individual Ticket | Non-MYP Member: $100
Open seating.
**Please note on your reservation, in the comments section, if you have any dietary restrictions and we'll do our best to accommodate you.**
Reservations must be canceled by April 3 in order to receive a refund. After that date, all reservations are guaranteed and will be invoiced.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Please call 941-748-4842, ext. 117 or email DebbieM@ManateeChamber.com for information on how to spotlight your business and help you gain exposure with our local, young professionals.
Program Ad Opportunity:
This is a great opportunity to promote your business, and congratulate our honorees, by placing an ad in the event program.
Full Page, Full Color: $250
Half Page, Full Color: $150
Quarter Page, Full Color: $100
Manatee Young Professionals (MYP) is a program of the Manatee Chamber and geared toward professionals in the age range of 21 -40 years. Click for more information about joining MYP.
