2026 Business of the Year Awards Nominations

All Chamber members are encouraged to submit nominations for the classifications below for 2026 awards. Self-nominations are encouraged, since no one knows your business better than you. In order to be considered as a nominee, you must receive two nominations in addition to your self-nomination.  We ask that you consider the following criteria when submitting your nominations:  1) Sponsorship and attendance in Chamber events; 2) Participation in Mulberry activities and philanthropies; 3) Participation in activities and philanthropies overall; 4) Business achievements.  There is a space below for you to enter this information.

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Business of the Year criteria - the award goes to a member business that has excelled in their company’s mission and vision in 2026, as well as contributed value to the community through involvement and investment in the Chamber and through other community resources.

One business will be selected per category as follows:

  • Micro-Business of the Year – open to all businesses with 1-5 employees

  • Small Business of the Year – open to all businesses with 6-20 employees

  • Large Business of the Year – open to all businesses with 21 or more employees

  • Non-Profit of the Year

  • Rookie of the Year – open to all members who have joined from November 1, 2025 through October31, 2026

MVB (Most Valuable Business) criteria – the award goes to a member business of any size that has made a significant contribution to the Chamber of their time, talent, and resources to help advance our mission, membership, and service to the community.

Chamber Champion criteria – the award goes to a Chamber member individual who has been successful in their business and has individually contributed significant value to the Chamber and to the community at large.