Annually, the Louisa County Chamber of Commerce recognizes the Businessperson of the Year for outstanding achievements and contributions to Louisa County.
This award recognizes those individuals who have demonstrated exceptional performance and/or leadership within our business community. While this award is typically bestowed upon a business owner or executive, this award can also be given to individuals or groups that have helped the business community prosper over the past year through their dedication, advocacy, volunteerism, or philanthropy.
Please provide detailed responses to the following questions to support your nomination of the individual for the Businessperson of the Year award. Focus on the nominee's individual achievements, leadership, and contributions to the community beyond their role in their business. Submit any photos, articles, or supporting documents to support your nomination. Nominations may be submitted anonymously.
Who can submit a nominee for Businessperson of the Year?
- Any community member, business, or organization may submit a nominee.
- Nominators may submit multiple nominations for different individuals.
Who is eligible to be the Businessperson of the Year?
- Individuals with personal success or key milestones
- Individuals invested in community or civic involvement
- Individuals leading with a positive, forward-thinking mindset
- Individuals impacting the local economy through business growth, new job creation, and/or business expansion
How will the finalists and winner be selected?
All nominations are confirmed for eligibility (Chamber Executive Director)
- Must be a Louisa Chamber member for the full year being considered.
- Must be a member in good standing.
- Must not be serving on the Board of Directors of the Chamber.
All eligible nominees will be contacted to submit an Info Request Form.
Confidential Selection Panel: Immediate past recipient, Chamber board liaison, and three additional Businessperson of the Year recipients will review and rank all nominations to determine up to 4 finalists and final winner.