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Award Descriptions
Businessman & Businesswoman of the Year – The Businessman and Businesswoman of the year are the toughest to decide. This is why we need your help. Sometimes we see and hear all the good things that happen publicly, whether on social media or local media, but we are certain there are many business people that go unrecognized outside of their organization. We want to recognize these business people at the Awards Banquet during the Annual Celebration & Dessert Auction.
Family Business of the Year – Keeping it in the Family is a phrase we are all familiar with when it comes to collectibles, jewelry or some other sentimental piece. Keeping a business in the family may be tougher than you think. We would like to recognize the families that have handed down the family business at least one time or to a second generation family member. We don’t always know about all of the businesses changing hands, so again we need your help identifying those family businesses and bringing them on stage at our Annual Celebration in September.
Chamber Business of the Year – This award is reserved for a special person or business to be recognized as a supporter of the community and the Chamber. While the criteria for this award may not be as easily defined, the past winners of this award are truly deserving.
Spirit of Watertown Award – When you think spirit, you may think of someone screaming into a megaphone at a pep rally. Maybe. Sometimes, but more often than not, that person does even more quietly than they do publicly. We need your help seeking nominations for this prestigious award. This award may or may not be tied to something they have done in their business, but more of what they have done for the community of Watertown. We all know a couple of these people or organizations. Tell us who you feel is most deserving of the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Spirit of Watertown Award.
Rookie Business of the Year – Is there a business you believe has earned the title of Rookie Business of the Year? Do they have top notch customer service, friendly staff, AND care about the Watertown community? Tell us everything about your nomination: what makes them remarkable and worthy of this award.
Ag Business of the Year – Look all around Watertown and it is very evident that we rely on agriculture for not only food, but our entire economy: machinery, banks, seed dealers, elevators, veterinarians and even our very own ethanol plant. We all know several people that work in agriculture in some facet. We would like to recognize those people or businesses that stood out in their field. (Pun intended.)
Manufacturing Business of the Year – As we all know, Watertown’s economy is very dependent on our manufacturing partners. In 2017, this award was added to shine a light on some of the amazing manufacturing partners we have here in our community. While some of the achievements and milestones that happen in these businesses are made public, most stay quiet within the organization. Submit your nomination for the Watertown area manufacturing business that you feel is worthy and deserving of such an award.
Ambassador of the Year – The Ambassador of the Year represents and promotes the Chamber in a positive manner, with professionalism and assists in fostering meaningful, long-lasting relationships. They speak highly and advocate for the Chamber, and actively participate in Chamber activities.
Nominations may be submitted to tim@watertownsd.com.
