The application deadline for the 2012 DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Sam's Club® has ended. A big THANK YOU to all the well-deserving businesses who applied. Our 75 Blue Ribbon Winners will be announced on March 1!
All award winners will be honored during the Summit on May 22 in Washington, D.C. Blue Ribbon Award® winners will receive one complimentary registration to attend the Summit, courtesy of Sam's Club. The overall winner will be announced at the Summit and will receive a $10,000 cash prize, courtesy of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce!
Applications will be judged on the following criteria:
- Staff training and motivation
- Community involvement
- Customer service
- Business strategies and goals
- Financial performance and business history
Check out the New Year's edition of the ChamerPost blog about the Awards program.
About the Award
The Awards program is designed to honor our nation's job creators and recognize their significant contributions as drivers of economic growth. The winner of the DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year Award will receive a $10,000 cash prize, courtesy of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Award criteria, eligibility requirements, and the timeline can be found here. See all levels of recognition.
Learn more about our 2011 Award Winners
Congratulations to the 2011 DREAM BIG Small Business Award Winner, Red Frog Events! View the 2011 Award Winners and Free Enterprise Honorees.
About the Community Excellence Award
The Community Excellence Award is designed to highlight a business that has found success in the eyes of its community. All Blue Ribbon Award winners were eligible for this award that celebrates a small business' commitment to their community.
The Community Excellence Award winner will be presented with the award by U.S. Chamber President and CEO Thomas J. Donohue, during America's Small Business Summit. The winner will also receive a free two-night hotel stay at the Omni Shoreham Hotel during the Summit.
