2025 Helotes Area Chamber Business Awards

March 28th, 2026 • Voting is Now Open

Helotes Area Chamber Business Awards

This year’s awards will be presented during our Helotes Supreme Gala, an elevated, celebratory evening honoring excellence, confidence, and community impact, being held on March 28, 2026.

Thank you for helping us celebrate the people and businesses who continue to raise the bar in Helotes.

Business Award Voting now Open

Voting is now open

Nominations are now closed. Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations! We received an incredible response showcasing the strength and excellence of our business community.

Now it’s time for the community to help select the winners! We’re excited to open voting for this year’s Helotes Area Chamber Business Awards, where we recognize the businesses and leaders whose work strengthens our local economy and enriches our community.

Cast Your Vote Here

Voting closes on: 03.16.26 Noon
Winners will be announced LIVE at the Gala on March 28, 2026.

Award Categories & Criteria

Honors a small business that rises above through growth, resilience, and leadership—proving impact isn’t measured by size.

Criteria:

  • Demonstrated growth, innovation, or resilience
  • Strong leadership and ethical business practices
  • Active community or Chamber involvement
  • Positive local reputation and customer impact

Recognizes a business that leads at scale, driving economic impact while setting the bar for excellence and community commitment.

Criteria:

  • Economic and workforce impact
  • Operational or industry excellence
  • Commitment to employee culture
  • Community and Chamber engagement

Celebrates a rising business that has made a strong early impression and shows momentum for long-term success.

Criteria:

  • Early success and momentum
  • Innovation or unique market presence
  • Community or Chamber involvement
  • Clear vision for long-term success

Honors a nonprofit organization whose leadership and service elevate the quality of life in Helotes.

Criteria:

  • Clear mission and measurable impact
  • Strong leadership and stewardship
  • Community partnerships or collaboration
  • Program growth or innovation

Recognizes an individual or organization whose dedication of time, talent, or resources makes a meaningful difference.

Criteria:

  • Commitment of time, talent, or resources
  • Consistent or long-term service
  • Meaningful community impact
  • Inspires others to give back

Celebrates a family-owned business that blends legacy, integrity, and community involvement into lasting success.

Criteria:

  • Family ownership and involvement
  • Longevity or generational transition
  • Ethical leadership and values
  • Strong community presence

The Chamber’s highest honor, recognizing an individual whose long-standing leadership and service have left a lasting impact on Helotes.

Criteria:

  • Long-standing contributions to the community
  • Leadership across business, nonprofit, or civic sectors
  • Enduring and measurable impact
  • Respected legacy

Vote Now for the Best of 2025

Vote for the best business/company for each one of the category listed below.

A Night that Celebrates the Best of Our Community

About Our Gala

The Helotes Business Award gala is one of the chamber’s most anticipated signature events, bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs, community partners, and elected officials for an unforgettable evening of recognition and celebration. 

This is more than an event. 

It’s a statement about the strength of our local business community.

Why Sponsor?

When you sponsor the gala, you:

  1. Position your business as a community leader
  2. Gain meaningful brand visibility before, during , and after the event
  3. Entertain clients, partners, and team members
  4. Support local business excellence
  5. Align your brand with credibility and celebration

Your sponsorship helps create the experience and ensures your business stands out while doing it.

Exclusive Presenting Sponsor

Supreme Sponsor

$6,000 • 1 Available

The Face of the Gala
As the exclusive Presenting Sponsor, your brand takes center stage throughout the entire event experience — from promotion to program to post-event recognition. 

Includes: 

  • Two premium reserved tables (20 seats) 
  • Welcome Hour & Early High Roller Lounge Access 
  • Welcome Bubbles for up to 20 guests
  • 20 additional drink tickets
  • $3,000 High Roller Casino credits per guest 

Brand Visibility: 

  • Exclusive “Presenting Sponsor” designation 
  • Signature cocktail featuring your brand 
  • Largest logo placement on all materials 
  • On-screen branding at all casino tables 
  • Speaking opportunity (2–3 minutes) 
  • Year-long Chamber banner recognition 
  • Dedicated social media spotlight 
  • First right of refusal for 2027 
Premier Gala Sponsor

High Roller ClubSponsor

$5,000 • 1 Available

Elevated. Exclusive. Impactful. 
A bold sponsorship that enhances the high-energy experience of the evening. 

Includes: 

  • Two premium tables (20 seats) 
  • Welcome Hour & High Roller Lounge Access 
  • Welcome Bubbles (20 guests) 
  • 20 drink tickets 
  • $2,000 casino credits per guest 

Brand Visibility: 

  • Exclusive High Roller Lounge banner 
  • Logo on website, program & signage 
  • On-screen branding at all casino tables 
  • Verbal recognition throughout program 
  • Dedicated social media spotlight 
Investment

Legacy Leader Sponsor

$3,500 • 2 Available

Recognized Leadership in Action
Perfect for businesses ready to be seen as trusted community leaders. 

Includes: 

  • One premium table (10 seats) 
  • Welcome Hour & Lounge Access 
  • Welcome Bubbles (10 guests) 
  • 10 drink tickets 
  • $1,500 casino credits per guest 

Recognition: 

  • Exclusive Legacy Leader banner 
  • Prominent logo placement 
  • Silent Auction Lounge recognition 
  • Group social media spotlight 
  • Verbal recognition during program 
Investment

Gold Standard Sponsor

$2,500 • 4 Available

A Premium Experience with Strong Visibility 

Includes: 

  • One premium table (10 seats) 
  • Welcome Hour Access 
  • Welcome Bubbles 
  • 10 drink tickets 
  • $1,000 casino credits per guest 

Recognition: 

  • Logo on website, program & signage 
  • On-screen shared casino graphics 
  • Group verbal recognition 
  • Social media & email recognition 
Investment

Community Champion Sponsor

$1,500 • 6 Available

Supporting the Celebration
Perfect for small businesses ready to champion. 

Includes: 

  • • One reserved table (10 seats) 
  • • 10 drink tickets 
  • • $750 casino credits per guest 

Recognition: 

  • Logo placement on event materials 
  • Group verbal recognition 
  • Post-event social media & email recognition 
Investment

Rising Star Sponsor

$500 • 10 Available

Entry-Level Sponsorship perfect for first-time sponsors

Includes:

  • Two event tickets
  • Name listed on website & printed program
  • Group recognition in sponsor communications

We invite you to celebrate excellence, leadership, and the businesses that make our Helotes community thrive. 

Your partnership helps bring this unforgettable evening to life while positioning your brand among the very best. 

Please reach out to discuss sponsorship opportunities in more detail, we are happy to answer any questions you may have. 

THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION!