Clone of Business of the Year Award

Rising Star Award

2026 Crocus Awards Nomination Form
Award description
This award celebrates a newer Crocus Country business that is already making its mark. It may be a business that has brought something new to the region, built a loyal customer base, grown quickly or found creative ways to meet local needs. The Rising Star Award recognizes early success, community spirit and the potential to continue growing in the years ahead.
Eligibility
• The business must have been operating for at least one year but no more than five years by the nomination deadline.
• The business must be located in the Crocus Country region.
• The business cannot be a franchise of a national chain.
What the judges will consider
• Early growth, progress or business momentum
• A unique product, service or approach
• Customer service and community response
• Involvement in the community or collaboration with others
• Potential for continued growth and long-term success
About the person submitting the nomination
Your Name
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Your connection to the nominee, if applicable
Your Community
Your contact information will not be shared publicly. It may be used by CCEDC to contact you regarding this nomination.
Nomination
Name of nominated business
Owner or contact person, if known
Phone number, if known
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email address, if known
example@example.com
Nomination questions
Information for nominators
There is no required length. Please provide enough specific detail to help the judges understand why this business deserves to be recognized.
The judging panel will base its decision only on the information included in the nomination. Please provide complete, accurate and truthful information, using specific examples whenever possible.
1. What makes this business stand out? (Tell us about the business and the progress it has made since opening. You may wish to include examples of its growth, customer service, unique products or services, creative ideas or the way it has responded to a local need.)
2. How has this business made a positive difference in Crocus Country? (Tell us about the impact the business has already had in Crocus Country. This might include supporting the community, working with other local businesses or organizations, creating jobs, attracting customers to the region or providing a valued service. You may also include any plans, opportunities or qualities that show its potential for continued success.)
Final Confirmation and Additional Comments
I confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.
Additional comments
Should be Empty:

Rising Star Award

About the person submitting the nomination

Nomination

Nomination questions

Final Confirmation and Additional Comments