2026 WHAMM! Award Nominations

The annual WHAMM! Awards consist of three categories: the WOW! Business Awards, the BAM! Community Awards, and the POW! Chamber Awards.

We would love your help in honoring our local businesses this year in the WOW! and BAM! Award categories. The first step is nominating – please share YOUR choices for the categories below!

Thank you for your help in recognizing our local businesses and individuals who go above & beyond to make our community a wonderful place to work and live!

Help us choose our local superheroes!

We want to recognize all of our BUSINESS MVP's at our annual WHAMM! Awards ... and we need YOUR help! Please NOMINATE your favorites in the categories below.

Please only list ONE business per category. You may nominate multiple businesses, but you must complete a new form for each nomination.

WOW! Business Awards

Please nominate a business or organization you feel exemplifies each of the categories below. Winners will be recognized with a trophy at our WHAMM! Awards Gala!

Business Powerhouse Award: A business that is a pillar of our community

New Business Award: A business that was opened between Jan 1, 2025 and today

Large Business: 25+ employees

Small Business: Under 25 employees

Best Homebased Business

Non-Profit: An organization that serves our community

Best Customer Service

Best Community Service by a For-Profit Company

BAM! Community Awards

Please nominate a business, individual, or organization that you feel fits best in each category. Winners receive the ultimate bragging rights & community recognition!

Friendliest Restaurant Staff

Best Local Chef

Best Place to Go When You're Hangry

Best Bakery

Best Dessert

Best Cheesecake

Best Cupcakes

Best Donuts

Best Pizza

Best Burger

Best Fast Food

Best Breakfast/Brunch

Best Wings

Best BBQ

Best International Food

Best Cocktail

Best Margarita

Best Wine Selection

Best Bourbon Selection

Best Beer Selection

Best Bartender

Best Independent Coffeehouse

Best Place of Worship

Best Birthday Party Location

Business or Org that Shows the Most School Spirit

Best Sportsbar

Best Place to Go for Girls' Night

Best Place to Go for Guys' Night

Best Place to Meet Friends

Best Happy Hour

Best Patio

Best Park

Friendliest Retail Staff

Best Jeweler

Best Antiques

Best Market/Grocery

Best Retail Therapy

Best Date Night

Best Seasonal Experience (i.e., Hometown Holidays at Thanksgiving, or Train Display at Christmas, etc)

Best Event Space

Best Place to Hear Live Music

Best Sports/Recreation Facility (indoor)

Best Sports/Recreation Facility (outdoor)

Best Pampering Experience

Best Local Band

Band You Just Can't Miss!

Best Local Photographer

Best Local Artist

Best Arts & Entertainment

Most Pet-Friendly

Best Veterinarian Practice

Best Groomer

Best Long or Short-Term Boarder

Best Senior Living

Best Preschool

Best Daycare

Best Family Day / Family Entertainment

Best Medical Facility

Best Pediatrician

Best Dentist

Best Orthodontist

Best Car Dealer

Best Bank/Financial Institution

Best Swim Instruction / Lessons

Best Auto Repair / Service / Towing

Best Dance / Theater Instruction

Best Gymnastics Center

Best Music Teacher or School

Best Roofing

Best Insurance Agent

Best Accountant or Bookkeeper

Best Chiropractor

Best Dermatologist

Best Massage Therapist

Best Physical Therapist

Best Realtor

Best Place to Work Up a Sweat

Best Personal Trainer

Best Yoga Studio

Best Landscaping/Gardening Services

Best Salon

Best Home Services Provider (HVAC, electrician, plumber)

Best Social Media Presence (a business/organization page)

Best Social Media Presence (a group)

Best Splurge

Best-Kept Secret

Best Milford Staple

Best Miami Township Staple

Best Overall Vibe

Your Favorite Local Business Ever

Thank You!

We appreciate your nominations! Feel free to refresh this form & submit as many nominations as you like!

Nominate your business MVP's around Milford-Miami Township!