Business Execllence Award Application

Business Execllence Award Application

AWARD APPLICATION

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Apply for the Business Excellence Award by completing this form, which should take about 30 minutes. The business needs to be a member of the Brainerd Lakes, Crosslake and Pequot Lakes Chambers and have more than 20 employees. Find a list of Members in our online Business Directory.

All applicants will be reviewed by a committee in June. Winners will be presented their awards at our Celebration of Excellence, Presented by CLA, on November 19, 2026.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MAY 22, 2026

-IMPORTANT NOTE FOR NOMINATIONS-

Submissions Should Provide Clear Examples:

When submitting a nomination or application, please ensure that you provide clear, specific examples and definitive supporting evidence that demonstrate how the nominee meets the criteria of each category.

Quality Over Quantity:

Please note that multiple nominations do not increase the likelihood of selection. All submissions will be assessed based on the completeness, clarity, and quality of the information provided.

Name of Organization:*

Describe this business including its mission/vision, what basic products or services it offers, a brief history of the organization, and any other information to help others learn about what makes it unique.
300 words or less.*

0/300

Describe how the business meets the award criteria of LEADERSHIP.
- Manages change or adversity to achieve exceptional business growth
- Maintains outstanding customer service, sound management and ethical business practices
- Provides industry leadership with its products and services
  
  Whenever possible, please provide specific examples.
200 words or less.*

0/200

Describe how the business meets the award criteria of INNOVATION.
- Demonstrates a willingness to take risks
- Introduces creative products or services to the marketplace
- Strives to adapt and improve based on competition and market trends
  
  Whenever possible, please provide specific examples.
200 words or less.*

0/200

Describe how the business meets the award criteria of EMPLOYEE INVESTMENT.
- Generates outstanding results through employee engagement and teamwork
- Invests in employees through training, benefits and advancement opportunities
- Maintains a dynamic culture that attracts and retains a high-quality workforce
  
  Whenever possible, please provide specific examples.
200 words or less.*

0/200

Describe how the business meets the award criteria of COMMUNITY SERVICE.
- Provides community leadership that benefits the Brainerd Lakes Area
- Offers generous support and volunteerism to community organizations
- Advances economic growth by supporting other local businesses
  
  Whenever possible, please provide specific examples.
200 words or less.*

0/200

Why do you think this business deserves to be recognized with the Business Excellence Award?
100 words or less.*

0/100

Name of Person Submitting Application:*

First NameLast Name
Title:*
Email:*
example@example.com
Phone Number:*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Name of Contact Person at Organization (if different than above):

First NameLast Name
Title:
Email:
example@example.com
Phone Number:
Format: (000) 000-0000.

Thank you for applying!

Thank you for applying for the Business Excellence Award! An independent panel of judges appointed by the Chamber’s Board of Directors will score applicants and make the final award selection. All applications are confidential. The award recipient will be contacted mid-June. If not chosen to receive the Business Excellence Award, we encourage all applicants to update information and re-apply for the award next year.

Save the Date

We encourage all applicants and nominees to attend the Celebration of Excellence that will be held November 19, 2026, at Cragun's Resort.
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