Description
This award recognizes a new business, started less than 5 years ago (started on or before January 1, 2018) that shows some or all of the following: Innovation and creativity in business (sales, marketing, operations, products/services); Sustainable business growth (employees, markets, locations); Overcoming start-up challenges; and Active involvement in community and industry (charitable/community groups, non-profits, business/professional associations).
Requirements
Chamber members (excluding Chamber Board members) may nominate themselves. All nominees must be an active employee within a member business or be a member business that is in good standing of the Leduc, Nisku & Wetaskiwin Regional Chamber of Commerce. Members with current representation on the Chamber Board of Directors do not qualify for nomination. Businesses and/or individuals may only win in one award category. Previous nominees/winners can be nominated in the same category as years past. The Chamber is committed to follow up on all nominations.
Tips for successful entry:
- Short, concise sentences.
- Include specifics or measurables (i.e., percentages, statistics, metrics, etc.)
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Innovation and creativity | 25.0% |
| Overcoming start-up challenges | 25.0% |
| Business growth and sustainability | 25.0% |
| Involvement in community and industry | 25.0% |