2026 ANNUAL
stars of williston
We cordially invite you to attend the Annual Stars of Williston Awards Banquet. This annual tradition brings back all six of our awards recognizing exemplary leadership, service, and dedication to furthering our community. Join us as we celebrate the individuals and organizations who make our community a better place to live for everyone.
The event will take place at The Grand Williston and will feature live entertainment, dinner, dessert, and cash bars. There will also be an exclusive VIP section, available to Chamber Members only.
The theme of the evening is casino night, so be sure to dress sharp and bring your lucky charm. Viva la Williston!
EVENING PROGRAM
The event will take place at The Williston Grand in the Ballroom. Take a look at the program for our evening on Friday, September 18th:
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Cocktail Hour with LIVE music
6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Dinner
7:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Awards Ceremony
8:00 p.m. - close The Oddly Ordinary MAGIC SHOW!!
In addition to our annual awards ceremony to honor local leaders, volunteers, and impactful people and organizations, we hope you enjoy the lineup of talent we have for the evening.
Anthony Morris, saxophonist extraordinaire, will be our featured musician during the cocktail hour.
The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to present
THE ODDLY ORDINARY
…to headline the evening entertainment following
our Awards Ceremony
A night of fun, reflection, and connection
Stars of Williston will once again be held at The Grand Williston Hotel in the Ballroom. Tickets can be purchased by clicking below:
GENERATION NEXT
Vanessa "Nessa" Alfaro
Laila Badwan
Qamar Badwan
WILLISTON LEADERSHIP
Olive Motherhood Foundation
Jessica Delvo
Lindsey Harriman
E. WARD KOESER ADVOCACY
Dr. Bernell Hirning
Howard Klug
DISTINGUISHED WESTERN STAR
Kami Dornfeld
Jeremy Ludlum
CONGRATULATIONS to
all of our nominees!
Our final nominees for our awards have been determined. Thank you to everyone who nominated an outstanding individual or organization.
CHAMBER CONNECTOR
Megan Lis
RaeAnne Rathbun
Chunky Delaney
CHAMPION OF AGRICULTURE
Kelly Leo
Ethan Klundt
ND Malting & Hops
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Aaron Barclay
Chris Walstad
Shane Cymbaluk
