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Greater Sarasota Chamber Now Accepting Nominations for the 2012 Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards.

Nominations are being accepted for the 2012 Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards to be presented at the annual awards luncheon Tuesday, June 5 at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota. Nomination deadline is Friday, February 10, 5 p.m. Nominees must be members in good standing of The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce. Anyone can nominate a business or individual. Self nominations are accepted.

The categories are:
• Small Business sponsored by The Herald Tribune Media Group
• Young Business sponsored by Ludwig-Walpole Insurance Agency    
• International Business sponsored by the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport  
• Non-Profit Organization sponsored by Kerkering, Barberio & Co.  
• Cultural Organization sponsored by Insignia Bank
• Think Green Business sponsored by Gateway Bank of Southwest Florida
• Woman Entrepreneur sponsored by the Hyatt Regency Sarasota
• Young Professional sponsored by Shumaker, Loop and Kendrick, LLP.

Winners and runners-up will be chosen by a panel of judges composed of Chamber members. Judges will base their choices upon a close examination of critical business success factors as listed in the application. The Herald Tribune Media Group is presenting sponsor of the prestigious awards program now celebrating its 22nd year.

Click here for Nomination Form

Nominations should be sent to: Amy Mosshart at smallbusinesscouncil@sarasotachamber.com

Congratulations G-Fried Flooring America

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce has presented G-Fried Flooring America with the Insignia Award for the month of January, 2012. This award recognizes the achievement of quality customer service and commitment to the community. 

G-Fried Flooring America has served the Suncoast since 1972. Built on great customer service and high quality products, G-Fried has been voted Best Floor Covering Store in Sarasota County 12 years in a row. Store Manger Jack Dean was in attendance at First Monday to accept the award. For more information visit www.gfriedflooring.com.

The Insignia Award is sponsored by Insignia Bank which holds the distinction of being the highest initially capitalized bank in the history of the Sarasota/Bradenton market and is a locally owned community bank.