Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala

Please join us at the 2026 Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala as we celebrate the remarkable journey of the Pappajohn Center, showcase the achievements of North Iowa's outstanding entrepreneurs, and honor the recipient of the prestigious business Legacy Award, presented this year to Dean Snyder Construction. Five additional recognitions will be awarded at the gala: Outstanding Business Award Distinguished Entrepreneur Award Young Entrepreneur Award Student Entrepreneur Award Innovation Award We're proud to be a part of North Iowa's entrepreneurial ecosystem and proud to recognize our region's entrepreneurs for their accomplishments. The evening promises to be one filled with excitement and inspiration, and we sincerely hope you will join us for this unforgettable experience. We do expect this event to sell out and encourage you to purchase your tickets in advance! Tickets will go on sale to the general public on August 10, 2026. Sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 Pappajohn Gala are available. For more information, contact Candi Karsjens at candi.karsjens@niacc.edu or call the Pappajohn Center at 641-422-4111. The NIACC Pappajohn Center is a non-profit organization that fully relies on grants, public funding, and sponsorships to continue serving entrepreneurs across the nine counties in our region.