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Awards

Small Business of the Year Award

The Cobb Chamber knows that small businesses are vital to the county’s economic health and success. Our Small Business of the Year awards honor the exceptional companies that serve as the economic backbone of our community. Each May the Cobb Chamber presents the Small Business of the Year awards to celebrate the ingenuity and achievements of small businesses within our membership.

Applications Open

Applications and nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 Small Business of the Year awards! Each year, the Cobb Chamber celebrates the top small businesses in the region and their role in the economic vitality of our community. Applications are available online and are based on the Small Business Administration standards demonstrating achievement in growth, community involvement, employee benefits and adversity among other criteria. All applications must be submitted by Monday, March 3, 2025.

 

To determine if you qualify as a Small Business please see the Size Standard Tool, or reference the SBA’s table of small business size standards

While not eligible for the Small Business of the Year award, we will also be recognizing deserving start-up businesses who are growing their success in Cobb. These companies who have been in business for less than three years are encouraged to apply for the Business to Watch award.

The Next-Level of Excellence award is for companies that have exceeded SBA size standards and are continuing to soar.

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Small Business of the Year

Celebrating the very best in local small business, established small businesses can apply to be recognized as one of the Top 25 Small Businesses of the Year.

Business to Watch

These businesses are achieving incredible growth while launching just 3 years ago or less.

Next Level of Excellence Award

Companies who have exceeded SBA size standards and are continuing to soar.

Woman-Owned Business

Recognizing a woman-owned business owner for excellence in leadership and achievement.

Minority-Owned Business

Recognizing a minority-owned business owner for excellence in leadership and achievement.

Veteran-Owned Awards

Recognizing a veteran-owned business owner for excellence in leadership and achievement.

Community Service Excellence Awards

Small businesses that have made significant contributions to its community through impactful works of service.

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