March 7, 2017
Each year, the Chamber honors our region’s small businesses for driving the San Diego economy forward. If your business is a leader in innovation, customer service, or growth we strongly encourage you to submit a nomination for the 2017 Small Business Awards!
Winning an award for your business is a great way to strengthen your brand, increase your visibility, and stand out from the competition. With brand-new awards categories and a streamlined application process, you can quickly submit your information online in the category that best illustrates your business’s competitive advantage.
“Challenged Athletes Foundation® was honored to receive the 2015 Most Innovative Marketing Campaign from the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce.
As a local non-profit and business, it is extremely important to be recognized as a leader in the San Diego community. Receiving the award gave Challenged Athletes Foundation a whole new level of credibility – and provided leverage for attracting new business and donors in the community.”
Jamie Goodwick
Creative Manager, Challenged Athletes Foundation
Our 2017 Small Business Award categories are:
- Bill Trumpfheller Social Impact: Named in honor of Bill Trumpfheller, the late public relations guru and community leader, this award recognizes a company or nonprofit that is dedicated to helping others and making a positive impact on the Cali-Baja mega region.
- Industry Game-Change: This company has paved the way in its industry with creative forward-thinking and innovation.
- Young Entrepreneur: Founded and run by a young professional, this company is setting the standard for the next generation of business owners.
- Vets Success: This a company that is either owned by a veteran or has made it a priority to employ veterans.
- Customer Service Star: Customer service is what sets this company apart from the competition.
This year, each Small Business Award winner will receive:
- Recognition during the Small Business Awards Expo
- Award engraved with company name
- Print, digital, and social media recognition
- Complimentary tabletop exhibit at Chamber mixer
- Complimentary Circles of Influence membership for one year
- Official award winner logo
“Confirm Biosciences is honored to have received this award as Outstanding Emerging Business in 2015. We are grateful for this recognition and would like to thank the San Diego Chamber for their outstanding work in the community and their support of growing businesses.”
Zeynep Ilgaz
President & CEO, Confirm Biosciences
Think your business has what it takes to compete in the Small Business Awards? Submit your nomination before the April 14 deadline to be considered!