CELEBRATE BUSINESS with the 2023 Business of the Year Awards by voting for those in the Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce who exemplify the tremendous spirit and capabilities of our business community. The awards program is designed to recognize outstanding businesses and their impact on both the Germantown area economy and community. This prestigious award recognizes all types of businesses who set the standard for growth, service, quality, innovation, and execution of a superb business strategy.
- Nominations for the 2023 Business of the Year Awards will open on August 16th, 2023.
- The deadline to submit your company nomination will be September 29th, 2023.
- The official ballot will be released and open to voting on October 18th, 2023.
- The ballot will close, and all voting will conclude on November 1st, 2023.
- Winners will be announced at the 2023 Business of the Year Awards luncheon on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024.
Business of the Year Awards and Descriptions
Community Contributor Award
This recognition pays tribute to an organization that although small, makes a big difference in the lives of others. Nonprofits and for-profits alike can participate in this award.
Nominees: Chick-fil-A Germantown, Church Health, Junior Achievement, Shelby Literacy Center
Culture Creator Award
Creating a company culture is not just for large corporations. This small business is intentional by investing in the development and wellbeing of its employees.
Nominees: Crowe Services, Paragon Bank, Shoemaker Financial, The Residences at Thornwood
Emerging Entrepreneur Award
These kudos will go to a young professional who is shaking up the small business space. Applicants must be under 40 years of age by November 1, 2023.
Nominees: Abby Wilson- Shoemaker Financial, Leon Cunningham- New York Life, Omari Boyd- KO Kones,
Rob Tragarz- ProLift Garage Doors
Founder Award
The recipient of this award started small but thought big. This top-tier recognition will pay tribute to an entrepreneur who has reached the pinnacle of prosperity.
Nominees: Cindy Krag Catering & Gourmet To Go, Huey's Burgers, Robbins Construction, ServiceMaster by Cornerstone
Minority-Owned/Woman-Owned Business Award
This award recognizes a minority-owned and/or woman-owned organization that exhibits excellence and best business practices.
Nominees: Bin There Dump That, Cindy Udell Interiors, Gill Family Law, Midsouth Aging Consultant
Community Contributor Award
This recognition pays tribute to an organization that although small, makes a big difference in the lives of others. Nonprofits and for-profits alike can participate in this award.
Nominees: Chick-fil-A Germantown, Church Health, Junior Achievement, Shelby Literacy Center
Culture Creator Award
Creating a company culture is not just for large corporations. This small business is intentional by investing in the development and wellbeing of its employees.
Nominees: Crowe Services, Paragon Bank, Shoemaker Financial, The Residences at Thornwood
Emerging Entrepreneur Award
These kudos will go to a young professional who is shaking up the small business space. Applicants must be under 40 years of age by November 1, 2023.
Nominees: Abby Wilson- Shoemaker Financial, Leon Cunningham- New York Life, Omari Boyd- KO Kones,
Rob Tragarz- ProLift Garage Doors
Founder Award
The recipient of this award started small but thought big. This top-tier recognition will pay tribute to an entrepreneur who has reached the pinnacle of prosperity.
Nominees: Cindy Krag Catering & Gourmet To Go, Huey's Burgers, Robbins Construction, ServiceMaster by Cornerstone
Minority-Owned/Woman-Owned Business Award
This award recognizes a minority-owned and/or woman-owned organization that exhibits excellence and best business practices.
Nominees: Bin There Dump That, Cindy Udell Interiors, Gill Family Law, Midsouth Aging Consultant