Businesses Nominated for Dawna Marie Emerging Business Excellence Award must meet this criteria:

Demonstrate early growth, innovation, and operational excellence with strong potential for long-term success.

Show early commitment to the local community through involvement, partnerships, or service.

Be intentionally building a positive workplace culture and leadership foundation.

Deliver high-quality service or performance and establish a strong reputation in a short period of time.

COMPLETING THE FORM:

Nominations must be submitted on supplied nomination form (online submission form)

Please take time to thoroughly review the nomination form and provide detailed, measurable information that highlights your nominee’s involvement, accomplishments, and leadership. The more complete and specific your submission, the more helpful it will be to those selecting the recipient of this prestigious award.

THE PROCESS:

A selection committee comprised of Award alumni & Community Leaders will review all nominations and select the Spirit of the Community recipient Outstanding Citizen, and Emerging and Legacy Business Awards

Announcement: June 24

During: Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Night @ Nanbop Farms.  Tickets now available. (Theme: Garden Soiree) 

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Saturday May 31st, 2026. (This is the final date for all information, if waiting till deadline to nominate, must have information readily available for jury) 

Dawna Marie Business Excellence Award-Emerging (Under 3 Years)

The Dawna Marie Business Excellence Award honors a business that must meet the following criteria: Demonstrate early growth, innovation and operational excellence with strong potential for long-term success. Show early commitment to the local community through involvement, partnerships, or service. Be intentionally building a positive workplace culture and leadership foundation. Deliver high-quality service or performance and establish a strong reputation in a short period of time. Please take a moment to thoughtfully answer the questions below. Your responses will help our selection committee identify a business truly deserving of this recognition.

Dawna Marie Business Excellence Award-Emerging Business under 3 Years Old

The Dawna Marie Business Excellence Award honors a business that must meet the following criteria: Demonstrate early growth, innovation and operational excellence with strong potential for long-term success. Show early commitment to the local community through involvement, partnerships, or service. Be intentionally building a positive workplace culture and leadership foundation. Deliver high-quality service or performance and establish a strong reputation in a short period of time. Please take a moment to thoughtfully answer the questions below. Your responses will help our selection committee identify a business truly deserving of this recognition.
BUSINESS ADDRESS
NOMINATOR NAME(Required)
Describe the business’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth. Include any examples of success, recognition, or industry impact.
This may include community involvement, volunteer efforts, local partnerships, philanthropy, support of community events, workforce development, or ways the business supports and invests in its employees.
Tell us what sets this business apart and why it stands out in our community.