Annual Gala

Explore highlights from our past 2025 Gala and stay informed on upcoming news and announcements for the 2026 Gala.

Spirit of Construction 2026 Annual Gala

DAYS

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The 2026 Annual Gala returns to the Duke Energy Convention Center on Saturday, October 24th, 2026.

UPCOMING EVENT

Join Us for the 2026 
Annual Gala

Our Annual Gala honors Lifetime Achievement honorees whose leadership has shaped the industry in our region and made a lasting difference in our community. With more than 1,200 people in attendance, the Annual Gala is our biggest event of the year and helps to raise significant funds to further our mission!

WHEN

Saturday, October 24th, 2026

5:30 PM - 11:00 PM

WHERE

Duke Energy Convention Center

525 Elm St
Cincinnati, OH 45202

EVENT DETAILS

Doors Open at 4:30 p.m.

SPONSORSHIP

Interested in 
Becoming a Sponsor?

Join a community of leaders committed to building the future of Greater Cincinnati’s construction industry. Your sponsorship helps fund scholarships, workforce development, and community programs that empower the next generation of builders while spotlighting your company’s dedication to excellence and impact.

This Year’s Gala Annual Gala

We appreciate our 2025 Sponsors and their tremendous support in building it forward and inspiring the next generation of the construction industry!

OUR EVENTS

Spring Fling

We support local community outreach initiatives that educate young people about the benefits of a career in construction. The programs serve a range of ages, from grade-school students to adults. Our Annual Spring Fling event is a time to celebrate these initiatives, and it’s where we hand out the new grants for the following year!

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT WINNERS

Lifetime Honorees

Since 1996, the Spirit of Construction Foundation has recognized the leaders of the Greater Cincinnati construction industry with prestigious Lifetime Achievement Awards. Past winners have included 112 industry leaders. Learn more about all of our past winners.

Jeff Read

2025 Lifetime Honoree

The Nelson Stark Company

John Steele, Jr.

2025 Lifetime Honoree

Hilltop Basic Resources

John Strawser

2025 Lifetime Honoree

Valley Interior Systems

Michael Griffie

2025 Lifetime Honoree

M-Pact (POSTHUMOUS)

GALLERY

A Look at Our Past Galas

Whether you want to see how far we’ve come, or you’ve been to quite a few and want to walk down memory lane, check out the photos and videos from our previous years!