Friday, June 25, 2021 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Hyatt Regency Sarasota | 1000 Blvd. of the Arts | Sarasota, FL 34236
Hyatt Regency Sarasota | 1000 Blvd. of the Arts | Sarasota, FL 34236
2021 small business awards categorIES:
These awards celebrate companies (small, medium and large - respectively) who have exceeded targets for growth and financial performance; best demonstrated an understanding of their competitors, customers, and the markets they operate in; and have the foundations in place for continued success.
Congratulations to all the finalists in each Category
Small Business of the Year:
1-25 Employees Finalists
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Medium Business of the Year:
25-150 Employees Finalists
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Large Business of the Year:
150+ Employees Finalists
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community impact award |
Non-profit of the year AWARD |
The Community Impact award is presented to a business within the region that embodies an overall spirit of giving through contributions of time, leadership and resources in support of local non-profits. The company chosen will show a high-level of giving through volunteer engagement, community impact and philanthropic engagement.
Finalists
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This award recognizes an active and operating not-for-profit organization [501(c)3 or 501(c)6] registered in the State of Florida for at least three (3) years; and have demonstrated innovations programs and contributions to the local community.
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Rising star awardThis award celebrates the highest performing new company, who has exceeded initial targets for growth and financial performance; best demonstrated an understanding of their competitors, customers, and the markets they operate in; and has the foundations in place for continued commercial success.
*Business must be within their first three (3) years Finalists
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workforce Development and innovation awardThe Workforce Innovation award recognizes a business committed to creating world class career opportunities right here in our region. The business has demonstrated commitment to strengthening their industry talent pipeline through programs and initiatives. Company leadership recognizes the importance of upskilling workers, creating access points to career pathways, and recruitment through education and outreach.
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NEw: wOMAN lED bUSINESS aWARD
The Woman Entrepreneur Award is presented to an exemplary woman led business excelling at strategy, operations, finances, problem solving, overcoming adversity, and giving back to the community.
Finalists
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Additional sponsorships are available. For more information, please contact Brittany Lamont.
Past Small business awards highlights
2021 Finalist video
about the frank g. berlin, sr small business awardsIn its 30th year, The Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Awards recognizes exceptional member businesses and individuals who are building Sarasota's legacy.
Named in honor of the late Frank G. Berlin, Sr., whose legacy in the community and untiring support of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce epitomized the hopes and dreams of contemporary business entrepreneurs. We thank the Berlin Foundation for lending his name and financial support to our Small Business Awards program. |
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