Business Impact Awards Application

Company*

Company (as should be listed in print)*

Number of Full-time Employees*

Does your company reside or do business in Northern Kentucky?*

yesno

CEO/Owner*

Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Mailing address is the same as physical address.

Physical Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Your Name*

Your Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Your Email*

example@example.com

Company Website

Facebook

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Brief Company Description (4-5 sentences)*

Award Categories (limit 1 award category per company)

SMALL BUSINESS AWARD (1-10 Full-time employees) - This award celebrates businesses that are industry leaders in their respectivefields and represent NKY to the broader region by delivering exceptional products or services. To qualify, businesses must demonstrate strong businessand civic leadership, community involvement, effective management practices, and financial stability.MEDIUM BUSINESS AWARD (11-50 Full-time employees) - This award celebrates businesses that are industry leaders in their respective fields and represent NKY to the broader region by delivering exceptional products or services. To qualify, businesses must demonstrate strong business and civic leadership, community involvement, effective management practices, and financial stability.LARGE BUSINESS AWARD (over 50 Full-time employees) - This award recognizes businesses that are industry leaders in their respective markets and represent Northern Kentucky to the broader region by delivering outstanding goods or services. Qualifying organizations must exemplify strong business and civic leadership, community involvement, sound management practices, and financial stability.COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS AWARD - FOR-PROFIT COMPANY - This award recognizes a business that actively engages with and gives back to the community and values a diverse and inclusive workforce as a central part of its culture and values.These employers are committed to continuously empowering and engaging their neighborhood, city, and region. Your organization promotes workplace giving and employee engagement initiatives that contribute to the betterment of Northern Kentucky.COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS AWARD - NON-PROFIT COMPANY - Recognizes a non-profit organization that actively engages with and gives back to the community and values a strong, diverse, and inclusive workforce as a core aspect of its culture and values. These employers consistently strive to empower and engage their neighborhood, city, and region. Your organization promotes workplace giving and employee engagement initiatives aimed at improving Northern Kentucky.COOL PLACE TO WORK AWARD - This award recognizes a business that is not only a fun and enjoyable place to work but also contributes to its employees' growth. The business demonstrates innovative strategies to attract, develop, retain, and maintain its workforce while fostering a positive culture where employees feel valued and excited about going to work.HERITAGE AWARD - This award recognizes a business that has demonstrated consistent stability and contributed significantly to the economic development of the Northern Kentucky community.The business has actively provided employment opportunities, remained engaged with the community, and sustained its relevance through both prosperous and challenging times. Eligible businesses must have been in operation for more than 25 years.START-UP AWARD - This award recognizes a business that has been in operation for at least one year but less than five years. This business has demonstrated proven growth and a commitment to sustainability.INNOVATION AWARD - This award recognizes a business that has inspired and introduced new thinking to the marketplace. In a landscape often characterized by uniformity and routine, this business has courageously embraced the unknown and demonstrated its unique point of difference. By doing so, they have elevated Northern Kentucky as a hub of thoughtful and innovative industry leaders.ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP AWARD - This award recognizes exceptional achievements in energy efficiency, resource conservation, or innovative business practices that promote environmental sustainability. Applicants should demonstrate that their efforts positively impact the environment, achieve energy efficiency goals, or align with corporate sustainability objectives.

SMALL BUSINESS AWARD

*Please use the questions below as a guide and include any additional information to help the judges understand why your company should win this award. (500 words or less)

Company Background & Differentiators: Provide key background information about your company, highlighting what distinguishes you from competitors. Include details on your core values, goals, overall mission, and the products or services you offer.*

0/500

Employee Success & Retention Philosophy: Explain your organization's approach to fostering employee success, improving productivity. *

0/500

Commitment to Northern Kentucky: Share how your company contributes to making Northern Kentucky a great place to live, work, and do business, and what makes your company stand out in this effort.*

0/500

MEDIUM BUSINESS AWARD

*Please use the questions below as a guide and include any additional information to help the judges understand why your company should win this award. (500 words or less)

Company Background & Differentiators: Provide key background information about your company, highlighting what distinguishes you from competitors. Include details on your core values, goals, overall mission, and the products or services you offer.*

0/500

Employee Success & Retention Philosophy: Explain your organization's approach to fostering employee success, improving retention, and boosting productivity.*

0/500

Commitment to Northern Kentucky: Share how your company contributes to making Northern Kentucky a great place to live, work, and do business, and what makes your company stand out in this effort.*

0/500

LARGE BUSINESS AWARD

*Please use the questions below as a guide and include any additional information to help the judges understand why your company should win this award. (500 words or less)

CompanyBackground and Distinction: Please provide important background information about your company, highlighting what distinguishes you from your competitors. Include your core values, goals, overall mission, and the products/services you offer.*

0/500

Employee Success and Retention Philosophy: What is your organization’s philosophy for ensuring employee success, retention, and productivity?*

0/500

Commitment to Northern Kentucky: Share information that illustrates your commitment to making Northern Kentucky the best place to live, work, and do business, and what differentiates your company in this regard.*

0/500

COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS AWARD - For-profit

*Please use the questions below as a guide and include any additional information to help the judges understand why your company should win this award. (500 words or less)

Community Commitment and Positive Impact: How does your company demonstrate its commitment to the community and its efforts to impact Northern Kentucky positively?*

0/500

Employee and Family Engagement in Volunteering: How does your company show a strong commitment to involving employees, families, and alumni in volunteer opportunities and services that benefit the Northern Kentucky community?*

0/500

Mission and Community Revitalization: In what ways has your organization’s mission contributed to revitalizing the city and/or the Northern Kentucky community? *

0/500

COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS AWARD - Non-profit

*Please use the questions below as a guide and include any additional information to help the judges understand why your company should win this award. (500 words or less)

Community Commitment and Impact: How does your organization demonstrate its commitment to the community and its efforts to make a positive impact on Northern Kentucky?*

0/500

Volunteer and Community Engagement: In what ways does your company show an exceptional commitment to involving employees, families, alumni, volunteers, Board members, and other supporters in volunteer activities and service thatbenefit the Northern Kentucky community?*

0/500

Mission and Community Revitalization: How has your organization's mission contributed to revitalizing the city and/or the Northern Kentucky community?*

0/500

COOL PLACE TO WORK AWARD

*Please use the questions below as a guide and include any additional information to help the judges understand why your company should win this award. (500 words or less)

Fun and Enjoyable Workplace: What makes your company a cool and fun place to work?*

0/500

Employee Retention and Development: What unique programs do you have in place to retain, grow, and maintain your workforce?*

0/500

Positive Culture and Engagement: How does your company cultivate a culture where employees value their jobs and enjoy coming to work?*

0/500

Showcase Your Culture: Please share a video or social media clip that showcases your team in action, highlighting why your company is such a fun and cool place to work. This could include team events, creative workspaces, employee testimonials, or any moments that demonstrate the unique and enjoyable culture you’ve built.

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HERITAGE AWARD

*Please use the questions below as a guide and include any additional information to help the judges understand why your company should win this award. (500 words or less)

Community Impact and Integration: How has your company impacted or become integrated into the Northern Kentucky community throughout its history?*

0/500

Longevity and Success Factors: What the key factors have enabled your business to thrive for over 25 years?*

0/500

Growth and Sustainability: How has your business demonstrated growth or sustainability, particularly in growing and retaining your talent pool and implementing new products or services?*

0/500

START-UP AWARD

*Please use the questions below as a guide and include any additional information to help the judges understand why your company should win this award. (500 words or less)

Business Goals and Growth: Please outline your business objectives and achievements to date. Include total dollar sales for each year in business to illustrate growth.*

0/500

Challenge Identification and Solutions: How have you identified and overcome challenges encountered so far?*

0/500

Uniqueness and Innovation: What makes your business unique and innovative?*

0/500

Future Growth and Sustainability: What strategies do you plan to implement to ensure continued growth and sustain your success?*

0/500

INNOVATION AWARD

*Please use the questions below as a guide and include any additional information to help the judges understand why your company should win this award. (500 words or less)

Challengeand Change: How are you addressing a business challenge in a unique way in light of changes within your industry?*

0/500

Adaption and Resilience: Can you provide examples of how you continue to survive and thrive in an ever-evolving environment?*

0/500

Distinctive Market Response: In what ways does your product or service offer a distinctive response to market demand?*

0/500

Future Preparedness: What actions are you taking today to prepare for the challenges of tomorrow?*

0/500

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP AWARD

*Please use the questions below as a guide and include any additional information to help the judges understand why your company should win this award. (500 words or less)

Company & Environment: How does your organization demonstrate its commitment to the community and its efforts to make a positive impact on Northern Kentucky? Why do you believe your company deserves this award?*

0/500

Sustainability Commitment: Summarize any company-sponsored programs, initiatives, or events that highlight your commitment to environmental sustainability.*

0/500

Performance Metrics: Share data on goals, targets, or key performance metrics your company uses to track progress in sustainabilityand environmental advocacy.*

0/500

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Business Impact Awards Application 2026