Press Release: Loudoun Chamber Opens Nominations for 2026 Community Leadership Awards
Awards Honor Business and Nonprofit Leaders for their Commitment to Loudoun
Leesburg, VA – The Loudoun Chamber has announced that nominations are now open for the 2026 Loudoun Community Leadership Awards. These awards celebrate the individuals and organizations whose vision, dedication, and leadership have made an extraordinary impact on Loudoun County—championing its people, strengthening its communities, and shaping a brighter future for all.
Now in its 13th year, the Loudoun Community Leadership Awards will be presented at the Chamber’s 58th Annual Meeting in January of 2026. Event details can be found on the Chamber’s website, www.LoudounChamber.org/events. More event information coming soon.
“Loudoun County is truly privileged to have so many outstanding leaders and organizations that are willing to invest their time, talent, and treasure to serve their community. The Loudoun Chamber is privileged to honor these great Community Leaders for the hard work and valuable contributions they have made to make Loudoun a world-class community to live, work, raise a family, and grow a business,” said Chamber President & CEO Tony Howard.
Finalists for these awards are chosen from six categories: Large and Small Business, Nonprofit Executive, Executive Leader, Inclusive Leader, and Young Professional Leader. The finalists and winners are selected by panels of Loudoun’s top business and nonprofit leaders. Qualifications for these awards and the nomination form are listed on the Chamber’s website.
Nominations close on Friday, September 26, 2025, and can be completed in just one minute. Applications will be sent to those nominated to complete, and will be due Friday, October 17, 2025.
The 2026 Community Leadership Award winners in each category will have the opportunity to select one nonprofit organization to receive a $1,000 grant, thanks to the generosity of the Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties.
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