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2026 MYP Gala & Awards: Raise the Stakes
Event Sponsors
Cocktail Reception Sponsor
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Award Sponsors
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Casino Credit Sponsor
Invitation Sponsor
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Jackpot Sponsor
Selfie Station Sponsor
Program Sponsor
Winners Cup Sponsor
Casino Table Sponsor
Casino Celebration Sponsor
Sip & Celebrate
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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 N.
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
Website
Contact Information
Debbie McDermott
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Description
Event Registration is now closed - please contact Debbie McDermott with any questions. DebbieM@ManateeChamber.com
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.
The Nominees Have Been Announced! Click HERE to See Who They Are.
Table | Seat Reservations
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.
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
$3500 - High Roller Sponsorship Benefits (1 available):
Opportunity to present Young Professional of the Year Award | Preferred placement table for eight | Sponsor Recognition on all promotional items | Full page, full color ad in Event Program | Sponsor name badges at event | "Fun Money" to convert to casino chips
$2000 - Award Sponsorship Benefits (1 out of 4 available):
Opportunity to present on of the four MYP Awards | Preferred placement seating for four | Sponsor Recognition on all promotional items | Quarter-page ad in the event program | Sponsor name badges at event | "Fun Money" to convert to casino chips
$1750 - Signature Sound Sponsorship Benefits (1 available):
Logo placement by DJ | Preferred placement seating for four | Sponsor Recognition on all promotional items | Quarter-page ad in the event program | Sponsor name badges at event | "Fun Money" to convert to casino chips
$1500 - Dessert Sponsorship Benefits (1 available):
Logo placement on desserts or dessert table | Preferred placement seating for four | Sponsor Recognition on all promotional items | Quarter-page ad in the event program | Sponsor name badges at event | "Fun Money" to convert to casino chips
$1200 - Centerpiece Sponsorship Benefits (1 available):
Logo placement on centerpieces | Preferred placement seating for two | Sponsor Recognition on all promotional items | Quarter-page ad in the event program | Sponsor name badges at event | "Fun Money" to convert to casino chips
$650 - Casino Table Sponsorship Benefits (multiple available):
Logo placement on one casino table | Open seating for 2 | Sponsor Recognition on all promotional items | Sponsor name badges at event | "Fun Money" to convert to casino chips
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: Program Ads are SOLD OUT
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.
Printed courtesy of manateechamber.com/ – Contact the Manatee Chamber of Commerce for more information.
PO Box 321, Bradenton, FL 34206-0321 – (941) 748-3411 – info@manateechamber.com