Nominations

Category

• Citizen of the Year

  This award is presented to an individual who makes outstanding contributions to our community, with no expectation of personal gain. Volunteering of one's time and talent towards the betterment of our community is the hallmark of this award. Nominations in this category will recognize an individual for activities beyond the scope of any paid roles they hold within the community. This nomination must be made from a third party (i.e. no self-nominations)

• Business of the Year This award is presented to a business or not-for-profit organization that has demonstrated excellence in leadership, customer/client focus, resilience, innovation, employee relations, and business achievements.
• Entrepreneur of the Year This award is presented to an individual who founded, and continues to own at least 50% of, a business and has demonstrated outstanding business sense, an innovative spirit, and community involvement. Adjudicators will give specific consideration to those who are traditionally under represented as entrepreneurs in their sector and/or community. This nomination must be made from a third party (i.e. no self-nominations)
• Employer of the Year Award This award is presented to an employer that goes above and beyond for their employees. Providing an outstanding workplace and demonstrating excellence in employee relations are the foundations for this award. The business values employee development/retention on the same level as productivity and business growth.
• Environmental Excellence Award This award is presented to a business or organization that has shown a commitment to the environment. Green initiatives are a daily priority and this is clearly demonstrated through ongoing business activities and specific projects. The business strives to provide a positive influence on the use of our natural resources.
• Young Entrepreneur of the Year This award is presented to an individual under the age of 30, who founded, and continues to own at least 50% of, a business and has demonstrated outstanding business sense, an innovative spirit, and community involvement. Adjudicators will give specific consideration to those who are traditionally under represented as entrepreneurs in their sector and/or community. This nomination must be made from a third party (i.e. no self-nominations).
• Community Social Responsibility This award is presented to a group or not-for-profit organization that has displayed hard work and dedication to the betterment of our community. Raising awareness and/or dollars to support the people of Centre Wellington is a foundation of this award in addition to building community partnerships and collaborations.
• Customer Service Excellence Award

  This award is presented to a business that consistently provides exceptional customer service. This nomination must be made from a third party (i.e. no self-nominations). Additional community testimonials submitted through nominations will be compiled for judging.

• Cultural, Arts, Tourism Impact Award This award is presented to an individual, business, organization, or group that has made a significant impact on cultural, arts, or tourism within Centre Wellington, putting the community on the map to drive economic growth and awareness.

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