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CanadianSME Small Business Awards 2023 Application Form
The business awards represent excellence and accomplishment for entrepreneurs because it recognizes and validates all the hard work they have put into making a successful business. The awards also represent several opportunities for businesses, including increasing their credibility to investors and customers. When an entrepreneur takes home a business award, it solidifies their reputation – enhancing trustworthiness in the eyes of others.
Black Entrepreneur of the Year - 2023
This award goes out to recognize the efforts of a person of color who is also a successful entrepreneur and has paved space for themselves through their hard work and dedication to their craft. Belonging from a minority community, black entrepreneurs have had to face the many hardships and struggles in the business landscape but that hasn’t deterred them from scaling new heights. Whether it’s in logistics, tech, retail, or finance, this entrepreneur shows why you should never give up on your goals. This award is to highlight this individual’s achievement and their immense contribution to the Canadian economy.
Declaration
I verify that I am authorized by the business named on this entry form to provide the information in this application. I understand that the judges' decision is final and that no correspondence or discussion will be entered. Due to the judging panel's voluntary nature, no individual feedback on my application will be provided.
Submission Deadline
December 5th, 2023
Business Name
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Legal business name
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Founder's Name
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CEO Name
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Website
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Business Email
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Total employees
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Would you please explain your professional background and current business interests?
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What inspired you to start your own business and become an entrepreneur? Tell us your story!
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How is your business different and sustainable? What problem has your product or service solved and what gap have you managed to fill?
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List out what has been your biggest feat till now and how you achieved it?
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What would you consider to be your most remarkable impact on the business community, especially your local community?
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Would you mind giving an example of how this business displays exemplary customer service?
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What steps did your company take to assist the local community and customers after the pandemic?
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Why are you the best candidate for this position? Provide any other information that might be relevant or important for the judges to consider.
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Images and supporting documents are encouraged. You may submit up to four files. *NOTE - each file can be no larger than 500 MB. The system will reject the entire application if the file is too large.* Please submit file one here.
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Confidentiality
I verify that the information in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and fairly represents my business's affairs. I also understand that by submitting my nomination form, CanadianSME Small Business Magazine will use my company name, logo and applied category to announce our nomination in the magazine and on the social media platforms. My signature below authorizes the use and public release of my business name and address.
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