Date and Time
Saturday Jan 25, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM EST
January 25th, 2025
6:00p.m. - 9:30p.m.
Location
The Downtown Venue
Contact Information
Paulette Wise
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Description
We're thrilled to announce the official start of the Business of the Year Awards [https://forms.gle/p1bE1N5xthP8JNph9] 🌟 Today marks the first day you can enter your business to be considered for one of our prestigious categories: Business Development, Community, Entrepreneurship, and Leadership for Businesses, along with the Leading Star for individuals.
🏆 Previous Year Winners: We invite you to participate in the exclusive Winner's Circle competition>>>>>>[ https://forms.gle/FyYDDoz5XQGHNdhV7 ]
So, what's next? Start with our Category Quiz [https://forms.gle/QCMZW6D8fAKbKoUq9]. This quiz is designed to suggest which category your business should be considered under. Remember, each business/organization can fit into multiple categories, so use this tool to help decide which one you'd like to enter this year.
New Update for This Year: By popular demand, in addition to selecting your category, you'll also be asked to specify your business size—Small (1-24 employees) or Large (25+ employees).
Important Reminders:
- No organization or individual may enter or win in the same competition two years in a row.
- Organizations holding a Business of the Year title from the previous year will compete in the Winner's Circle, with a completely separate set of instructions and entry portal.
- The popular MVP Award is a secondary competition of the Business of the Year Awards, and only finalist organizations are eligible.
- Individuals interested in the Leading Star category can enter through the Leading Star Entry Portal [https://forms.gle/Y4zrNSfXGZL2eJPe6].
Once you’ve submitted your B.O.Y.A entry, please confirm with Chamber Staff to ensure it has been received.
Get ready to showcase your excellence and celebrate success! 🌟
Welcome to the 2024 Business of the Year Awards Entry Portal! This prestigious award program is designed to recognize and celebrate the outstanding businesses that contribute to the economic growth and vitality of Okeechobee County. We invite you to submit your entry for consideration and showcase the exceptional qualities that make your business stand out.
Choose One Category: Please select the category that best represents your business. The categories are designed to ensure a fair and balanced evaluation process, allowing businesses from various sectors to be recognized.
Choose One Business Size: Select the appropriate business size category that applies to your company. This ensures that your business competes with other businesses of similar scale.
Answer Each Question in Detail: Provide comprehensive and detailed responses to each question in the entry form. The quality of your answers will play a crucial role in the evaluation process, so please take the time to thoroughly explain and highlight the strengths and achievements of your business.
Entry Deadline: All entries must be submitted by September 13th at 4:00 PM. Late submissions will not be accepted, so please ensure your entry is completed and submitted on time.