Nomination sought for Excellence in Business Awards The Cambridge Chamber of Commerce presents the Excellence in Business Awards each year in celebration of the achievements and community involvement of Cambridge businesses and organizations.
Exemplary members are recognized at a gala banquet. Be a part of this event-to-remember by nominating the Chamber members you feel make a difference in our community, in the categories of New Member of the Year, Small Business of the Year, the Leading Edge, Corporate Citizen of the Year, Nonprofit of the Year and the Carl F. Barron Business Person of the Year.
The criteria for each award are listed below. Please nominate only one company, organization or individual for each category. All Chamber members, with the exception of members of the Chamber’s 2007 Board of Directors, are eligible to be nominated, as long as they meet the stated criteria. Self-nominations are acceptable and encouraged. Anonymous nominations will not be considered, as participants in the nomination process may be contacted for additional information on their nominees.
A Nomination Committee will be formed that will narrow down the nominees to three finalists. These finalists will be announced in the Chamber newsletter, Connections and here on the CCC Web site. The winners will be selected just prior to the Awards Dinner and kept confidential until they are presented.
Please fill out and submit the form below or print it out and fax nominations to (617) 354-9874, mail to the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce at 859 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139, or e-mail ccinfo@cambridgechamber.org. The deadline for nominations is Friday, April 11, 2008. Please call the Chamber at (617) 876-4100 with any questions.
New Member of the Year
Recognizing a business or individual new to the Chamber who demonstrates outstanding commitment to the Chamber.
Actively participates in and promotes the Chamber and its programs.
Joined the Chamber between July 1, 2006 and December 31, 2007.
Nomination:
Small Business of the Year
Recognizing a small business in the Cambridge area that demonstrates excellence, professionalism, leadership and originality in its industry.
Tangible record of positive impact on the community.
Fewer than fifty employees and at least one year as a Chamber member.
Nomination:
Nonprofit of the Year
Recognizing a Cambridge-area nonprofit organization (501c3) that demonstrates superior performance, quality and consistency in the pursuit of its mission.
Evokes community spirit and participation.
At least one year as a Chamber member.
Nomination:
The Leading Edge
Recognizing a business that demonstrates leadership and innovation in the technology or biotechnology industries.
Dedication to product/process development to enhance and enrich people’s lives.
At least one year as a Chamber member.
Nomination:
Corporate Citizen of the Year
Recognizing a business that demonstrates significant contributions, involvement, and distinguished community service in the Cambridge area.
Develops community partnerships, supports philanthropic activities and encourages volunteerism.
At least one year as a Chamber member.
Nomination:
Carl F. Barron Business Person of the Year
Recognizing an individual who demonstrates professional excellence and outstanding leadership in the Cambridge community.
Supports and motivates colleagues and employees through enthusiasm, vision and integrity.
At least three years in business and one year as a Chamber member.
