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  • Community Choice Awards

    Generation CLD Presents: Community Choice Awards. The mission of A Community Choice Awards is to shine a light on the everyday heroes and changemakers within our local communities. From small business owners and grassroots organizations to military personnel and dedicated residents, we celebrate those who make a lasting difference across Pasquotank, Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Gates, and Perquimans counties — reminding us that together, we are the heart of the Historic Albemarle Region. NOMINATIONS CLOSE 12/31/25!

  • We invite you to nominate individuals and organizations who represent excellence, service, and community pride. Whether they’re leading a business, serving our country, mentoring youth, or simply making a difference through kindness, this is your chance to help recognize their impact.

     Local Favorites

    • Best Stylist or Barber – For top-tier hair professionals setting the standard in style and service.
    • Best Beauty Professional – For lash techs, nail artists, makeup artists, or estheticians leading in creativity and care.
    • Best Bakery or Sweet Shop – For delicious treats and loyal community following.
    • Best Restaurant or Caterer – For excellence in flavor, service, and atmosphere.
    • Best Fitness Professional or Gym – For promoting health, wellness, and motivation in the community.
    • Best Photographer or Creative Artist – For capturing and uplifting the community through visual storytelling.

    • Best Event Planner – Recognizes outstanding creativity, professionalism, and execution in planning events that bring people together.

    • Best Boutique or Retail Shop – For standout fashion, gifts, or specialty goods with great service.

    • Best Realtor or Real Estate Team – For professionalism, integrity, and community involvement in real estate.

    • Best Home Service Provider – For excellence in trades such as cleaning, landscaping, plumbing, or home repair.

    • Best Community Hangout or Venue – For the local spot that brings people together through great atmosphere and hospitality.


    Community Honors

    • Community Leader of the Year – Recognizes a local changemaker improving lives and inspiring others.
    • Volunteer of the Year – Honors selfless commitment to serving others.
    • Educator of the Year – For teachers, coaches, or mentors who go above and beyond.
    • Nonprofit Organization of the Year – For nonprofits that create meaningful, lasting community impact.
    • Public Servant Award – For outstanding dedication among government or civic employees.
    • Faith & Community Impact Award – For ministries or faith-based groups driving outreach and support.
    • Youth Changemaker Award – Highlights young leaders under 25 who inspire positive change.
    • First Responder Hero Award – Recognizing bravery and community service from police, fire, or EMS personnel.

     

    Military & Veteran Recognition

    • Active Duty Service Member of the Year – For leadership and excellence both in uniform and in the community.
    • Military Family of the Year – Celebrates families balancing service life with community involvement.
    • Military Spouse Trailblazer Award – For spouses excelling in career, business, or volunteerism.
    • Veteran-Owned Business of the Year – For veteran entrepreneurs leading with purpose and passion.

     

    Business Excellence

    • Small Business of the Year – Recognizing a local business that’s thriving and giving back.
    • Entrepreneur of the Year – For innovation, leadership, and community contribution.
    • New Business of the Year – For businesses launched within the past two years showing strong promise.
    • Minority-Owned Business Excellence Award – Celebrating diversity and business success.
    • Woman-Owned Business of the Year – For strong female leadership and vision.
    • Customer Service Award – For consistently outstanding service and professionalism.
    • Business Community Partner Award – For businesses actively supporting community causes and growth.

     

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