2025 Connect Community Awards
The Central Florida 2025 Connect Community Awards
Date and time
Location
Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel
8505 South Kirkman Road Orlando, FL 32819Refund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 4 hours
🌟 The 2025 Connect Community Awards 🌟
Friday, November 7, 2025 | 6:00 PM EST | Grand Helios Hotel
Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, recognition, and celebration at the 2025 Connect Community Awards! Held at the prestigious Grand Helios Hotel, this highly anticipated in-person event returns on Friday, November 7, 2025, and promises to be our biggest and best yet.
Each year, we honor the individuals and organizations that go above and beyond to create lasting, positive change in our communities and across the industry. From visionary leaders and dedicated volunteers to purpose-driven businesses and impactful initiatives, the Connect Community Awards shine a spotlight on those who lead with heart, innovation, and integrity.
🎉 What to Expect:
- Heartfelt stories of service and leadership
- Recognition of outstanding achievements across multiple categories
- A vibrant evening of networking, entertainment, and celebration
- Gourmet food, signature drinks, and live performances
Connect with a dynamic community of changemakers, celebrate shared values, and leave inspired to make an even greater impact.
📅 Mark your calendars and be part of a night that honors the very best in community excellence. We can't wait to welcome you to the 2025 Connect Community Awards!
Sponsorship opportunities for the Connect Community Awards are intentionally limited and priced at a premium to help manage vendor attendance—ensuring the spotlight remains on the true stars of the evening: our community managers. This allows for a more intimate and meaningful celebration of their dedication, leadership, and the lasting impact they have on the communities they serve.
GENERAL ADMISSIONS OPEN AUGUST 1ST. All other sponsorships are OPEN!
Registration:
If you do not have a code for entry, full admission fee is required at the time of registration. Admissions (NOT SPONSORSHIPS) can be refunded up to 30 days in advance of the event and are non-refundable thereafter. Community Association Managers and Board Members are encouraged to attend!
Non-Connect Vendors must sponsor the CCAs in order to attend. Briefcase Marketing will not be permitted at this event.
EVENT SPONSORS- You may pay through Eventbrite or request an invoice from Mia@yourconnect.org. Sponsorships are first come first serve. Be sure to make payment as soon as possible to reserve your sponsorship.
If your sponsorship includes additional attendees, you will receive a code via email to provide to your attendees who must register using that code.
Accomodations:
Grand Helios Room Block:
https://book.passkey.com/event/51065365/owner/50863012/landing
Once Room Block is full here is a discount link for 11/4/25-11/11/25 (event date 11/7 and three days pre- and post-) at Helios Grand Hotel and Terr Luna Resort
https://www.loewshotels.com/catering
Frequently asked questions
No, all non-Connect vendors must sponsor in order to attend.
Our Connect Community Award Sponsors are provided free-admission codes for a select number of tickets. You may contact a sponsor in order to retrieve said code. However, once they are out tickets they will not receive additional free admission tickets.
Due to the capacity of the hotel, we were unable to secure a discounted room rate. However, we do have a room block. If you are interested in staying the night of the event, please reach out to Mia Heflin at mia@yourconnect for more information.
Gala attire is highly encouraged as this is a Red Carpet Affair!
Yes! Top 5 per category are provided free admission for themselves and a plus one. You would have received a code via email.
Yes! Follow this link to reserve your https://book.passkey.com/event/51065365/owner/50863012/landing
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