Tickets & Sponsorships

Honoring the Best in the Region. Every year, the Northwest Indiana construction community gathers to recognize the region’s premier construction achievements and safety milestones. This partnership between the Construction Advancement Foundation (CAF) and NWIBRT brings together over 600 industry to celebrate and acknowledge that year’s accomplishments.

2026 CAF/NWIBRT Awards Banquet

Thursday, May 7, 2026 | 5:00PM – 9:00PM | Avalon Manor Banquet Center, Merrillville

Two Organizations, One Night of Excellence

While the banquet is a joint celebration, each organization presents unique awards based on specific industry achievements:

NWIBRT Awards (Safety & Leadership)

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CAF Awards (Projects & Professionalism)

  • Contractor of the Year (by category)

  • Project of the Year (by category)

  • Excellence in Professional Development

Note on Eligibility: The 2026 awards recognize performance and projects completed during the 2025 calendar year. CAF project entries must be substantially completed by the award due date to be eligible.

Purchase Tickets & Sponsorships

Banquet FAQS

  • You can see all of the pricing options here.

  • Yes, group photos are taken before the event, and photographers will be available for more during and after the event. Registration/Group photos of winning companies are taken before the ceremony between 4 and 5 pm and additional photos after the event with awards. For efficiency, please have all individuals included in the group photo arrive at the venue at the same time.

  • Questions about billing should be directed to 219-226-0300 or Andrea Pearman at andrea@nwibrt.org.

  • Payments can be made by either check or credit card.

  • Yes, purchasers will receive an invoice.

  • We request that all guests wear professional attire.

  • Tickets are not printed; however, you will receive your table assignment.

  • Requests for refunds must be made at least two (2) weeks prior to the scheduled event. Tickets are not refundable within two (2) weeks before the scheduled event date. Sponsorships are non-refundable.

  • Table locations cannot be reserved.

  • Any dietary requirements should be sent to info@nwibrt.org at least 2 weeks before the event.

Titanium Sponsors

Celebrating Excellence in Construction & Safety

Presenting Sponsors

platinum Sponsors

Bar Sponsors

gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors