What are the Small Business of the Year Awards?

The Chamber is proud to recognize the accomplishments, successes and contributions throughout the year of our small businesses with our Small Business of the Year Awards. These businesses make a huge impact in our local economy and play a crucial role in bringing more diversity and character into our growing community. These businesses are just as unique and individual as their owners, and cover a variety of industries. Not only to small businesses fuel the American dream, allowing people the opportunity to achieve financial independence, create employment opportunities and encourage innovation, they are truly invested in our community.

Having less than 100 employees, nearly 90% of Chamber members are small businesses and are truly deserving of these prestigious awards. In Alabama, small businesses make up 99.4% of all business in our state, hiring nearly 50% of all employees in our state. “Small businesses” exceed their name and leave a lasting impact on our community, and these businesses are owned by people who live in your town, worship beside you, donate to local nonprofits and coach your kids’ Little League teams. When you spend money with them, you are supporting your neighbors and community. They deserve recognition and thanks.

The Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business of the Year Award is designed to recognize small and growing businesses located in Prattville and/or Autauga County for their outstanding achievements and the important role that small businesses play in our community. To be considered for the 2024 Small Business of the Year Award nominees must meet the following criteria:

• Must be located in Prattville and/or Autauga County
• Must be a member of good standing with the Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce both at the time of the nomination and the event
• Must have 100 or less employees
• Must have been in business for a minimum of one (1) year
• Must be a profitable entity, not a non-profit
• Demonstrates a commitment to social responsibility and community involvement (volunteering, fundraising, internships, mentoring or financial contributions)

The winners will be chosen by a panel of their peers in various categories, based on their demonstrated commitment to the advancement of the business in Prattville and Autauga County. Nominations will be received until midnight on July 31, 2024.

Why Should You Nominate Your Business or Another Deserving Business?

First and foremost, your employees deserve it. Winning an award, or just being nominated, is motivating for your employees and validates their contributions to your company’s success. Awards help show prospective customers or clients that your company is a good one with which to do business. Awards can also provide high visibility by triggering media attention that would normally cost many dollars.

Nominations will be received until midnight on July 31, 2024.

Printable Nomination Form