ROTY 2025 Ray Mattes' Rising Star Award
Recognizes and celebrates the exceptional achievements of emerging retailers in the industry (=/< 3 years in business). This prestigious award aims to honor and showcase new retailers who have demonstrated remarkable innovation, growth, and a fresh approach to serving their customers. By highlighting their exceptional contributions, Ray's Award inspires and applauds this rising star, setting a benchmark for excellence and promising a bright future in the retail landscape. *Only current Retail Alliance members are eligible for nomination. Link to Member Directory below.*
Check list of current Retail Alliance members here.
Name of organization applying for award
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Address of organization
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Name of person completing nomination form
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First Name
Last Name
Phone number of person completing nomination form
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E-mail of person completing nomination form
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example@example.com
What year did the nominee open their business?
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0/500
What inspired them to start their business? How did they get started?
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0/500
Please describe the ownership of the business. Is it a sole proprietorship, partnership, etc?
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Please list all owners if applicable.
0/500
What has been their biggest challenge(s) in their business? How have they overcome it/them?
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0/500
What has been their biggest success?
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0/500
What's one lesson that the nominee has learned that they would wish to share with an emerging retailer?
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0/500
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