Join us for the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce's, Signed, SEAL'd, Delivered: Chamber Annual Dinner, on Thurs., Sept 3, 2026, at the Grand River Center, where we welcome our keynote Robert J. O'Neill, one of America's most highly decorated combat veterans.

O'Neill served America as a Navy SEAL, team leader, and senior chief petty officer with the Naval Special Development Group (SEAL Team Six) during several of the most challenging, storied, and clandestine military operations of our time. With this speech, "Never Quit: The Story of a Life Built on Successful Missions", O’Neill shares what he learned during his more than 400 combat missions across four theaters of war. Through his moving and emotional stories, Rob brings to life lessons learned during some of the country’s most headline-stealing conflicts.

O’Neill explains to audiences how the best of the military’s best approach strategic planning when mission failure is not an option. Audiences will have a new appreciation for the people who are asked to do the hardest jobs – the warriors, husbands and wives, and family men and women – who they know exist but have never met, and who are focused solely on making their missions successful.

Join one of the legends of our nation’s military as he shares his views on the ingredients to a successful mission: the right people, preparedness, decision making under pressure, and, above all, a commitment to never quit. Whether you're a business owner, executive, emerging leader, or community champion, you'll leave inspired with practical insights on leadership, resilience, and performing at your best when it matters most.

VIP Experience
Take your evening to the next level with an exclusive VIP Reception before the program. VIP guests will enjoy the opportunity to:

• Meet and Greet with Robert O'Neill
• Copy of his New York Times best-selling memoir, The Operator
• Exclusive pre-event reception
• Premium seating
• Logo recognition on your table

Annual Meeting Highlights
In addition to an unforgettable keynote presentation, this event celebrates another year of business success by:

• Recognizing the accomplishments of our Chamber and business community
• Connecting with fellow business and community leaders from across the tri-states
• Looking ahead to another year of growth, collaboration, and opportunity

Our Annual Meeting is a celebration of the successes of the past year, as well as a celebrating the incoming Chair and Board. We will also recognize our Current and New Board Members, and honor a deserving person with our coveted Chair's Award.

Please register for the Chamber's 2026 Annual Dinner by Wed., Aug. 26th.