Think about the following when completing your award application:

The nominee question form the basis of the judging process and should be answered thoughtfully. We recommend drafting your responses in a Word or Google document before copying and pasting them into the submission form to prevent any loss of your work.

We recommend saving your work as you go. You do not have to complete the application in one sitting and can make changes. 

  • Be specific – directly address the award judging criteria when completing each section of your application
  • Use examples to show how you or your business exemplifies the award criteria and how you stand out in this award category
  • Letters of support are suggested for most award categories. We suggest you request these letters as soon as you start your application to give your contacts time to complete them before the deadline. Your letters of support should be from strong third-party validators who can directly speak to the ways in which you meet or meet the criteria for the award you are submitting an application for.
  • Do not submit more than ONE award application. If nominated for more than ONE category, choose to submit applications for the category you are strongest in.
  • If you are struggling with the online application, need assistance with completing due to technical difficulties, language barriers, etc. Please contact our office to be connected with a Chamber Ambassador. We require 5 days notice if you need assistance.
  • It is important not to wait until the very last day to work on your application, we recommend reviewing the questions and working on them over a few days. 

FILLING OUT YOUR APPLICATION:

The award application requires completion of the following items by the deadline of 12:00pm Tuesday, August 13, 2024. (Updated date)

  • Business Profile - This profile will be used to provide judges with an overview of your business, highlighting the tie-in to the award you are nominated for. It should be written in the third person and reinforce why your business deserves to win this award by providing details about what makes your business, product, process and/or people unique. If selected as an Award Finalist this description will be used in the award program and event marketing so it should demonstrate some promotional flair.
  • Award Criteria - Each award has different criteria, which are outlined in the application form and outlined on the award categories page. 
  • Letters of Support/Testimonials - All nominees, should submit a minimum of ONE letter of support, testimony etc unless highlighted more are required. 
  • Business Logo -Please ensure you upload a high resolution eps or pdf file of your logo for the best quality in future promotional pieces.
  • Business Photos - All nominees are required to provide a minimum of 5 photos (horizontal) that will be used to create the finalist videos for the awards gala. It is best to select photos that represent your business, award category nomination, if you want them in specific order please file and save as #1, 2, 3 etc.