Brownwood Chamber Celebrates 120 Years of Impact

Annual banquet honors local businesses, leaders, and community members

Apr. 3, 2026 at 1:39pm

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The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual banquet on Thursday night, celebrating the organization's 120-year history of serving the community. The event featured numerous awards recognizing outstanding businesses, individuals, and community partners.

Why it matters

The Brownwood Chamber of Commerce has been a pillar of the local business community for over a century, supporting economic growth, civic engagement, and community development. The annual banquet is an opportunity to highlight the chamber's impact and honor the contributions of the region's most influential leaders and organizations.

The details

The banquet, held at the Brownwood Event Center, was emceed by Stephen Haynes. Award winners included Tom Munson for the Groner Pitts Lifetime Achievement Award, Draco Miller Jr. for Man of the Year, Dee Dee Lee for Woman of the Year, and several other businesses and individuals recognized for their community service and professional excellence.

  • The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1906.
  • The annual banquet was held on Thursday, April 3, 2026.

The players

Stephen Haynes

The emcee for the Brownwood Chamber of Commerce annual banquet.

Tom Munson

The recipient of the Groner Pitts Lifetime Achievement Award.

Draco Miller Jr.

The recipient of the Man of the Year Award.

Dee Dee Lee

The recipient of the Woman of the Year Award.

Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce

A local business organization that has served the Brownwood, Texas community for 120 years.

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What they’re saying

“With a theme of '120 Years of Impact,' the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual banquet Thursday night at the Brownwood Event Center.”

— Stephen Haynes, Emcee

What’s next

The Brownwood Chamber of Commerce will continue its work supporting local businesses and community initiatives throughout the year, leading up to next year's annual banquet.

The takeaway

The Brownwood Chamber of Commerce's 120-year history demonstrates the enduring importance of local business advocacy and community engagement. The annual banquet celebrates the chamber's lasting impact on the region's economic and civic life.