40th Annual Sterling Awards

About this event

40th Annual Sterling Awards Ceremony

Join us for an inspiring afternoon honoring the businesses and nonprofits that make Scottsdale one of the finest cities in the nation. Reserve your seat or sponsor a table to celebrate excellence, innovation, and community stewardship alongside hundreds of Scottsdale's top leaders.

About the Ceremony

For 40 years, the Sterling Awards have embodied the spirit of Scottsdale, celebrating the people and organizations that demonstrate excellence, innovation, and community stewardship. Each November, hundreds of community and business leaders gather to honor outstanding companies and nonprofits shaping our city's future. This year's ceremony promises to be our most inspiring yet, and your business can be part of it!

Award Categories

Honorees will be recognized across five categories:

• Micro Business (1-10 Employees)

• Small Business (11-75 Employees)

• Big Business (76+ Employees)

• Small Non-Profit (1-75 Employees)

• Big Non-Profit (76+ Employees)

Why Attend?

The Sterling Awards Ceremony is a premier opportunity to network with Scottsdale's most influential business leaders, recognize the achievements of your peers, and elevate your company's profile within the community. Whether you are cheering on a finalist or building new connections, you will leave inspired and well-connected.

Schedule

• 12:00pm Cocktails

• 12:30pm to 2:00pm Program

Pricing

• Member Individual: $95

• Non-Member Individual: $115

• Copper Sponsor*: $2,000 (10 Tickets)

*Copper Sponsor includes ten tickets, verbal recognition at the event, and company name featured in the sponsor video loop, event web page, event program, and other materials as appropriate.

A Wide Range of Sponsorship Are Available, CLICK HERE to Learn More

Pro Tips for Attendees

• Arrive early for cocktails to network before the program begins.

• Bring business cards and connect with seatmates and fellow attendees.

• Celebrate every finalist; a warm room makes a memorable ceremony.

• Follow up with new contacts within a week to turn introductions into relationships.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026

Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Resort, 5001 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Sponsorships

Sponsorship opportunities are available for companies seeking premium visibility and meaningful community impact at Scottsdale's most prestigious business awards ceremony.

CLICK HERE FOR ALL SPONSORSHIPS

Secure your tickets or sponsorship today, before they're gone!