New Business Award

Penticton Chamber 37th Annual Business Excellence Awards | Penticton Chamber of Commerce

Description

Are you aware of a recently established business that has demonstrated remarkable growth, innovation, and success? *Business must have been in operation for less than 3 years as of September 1, 2024. *Nonprofits are ineligible for this award.

Requirements

The New Business Award celebrates the achievements of a recently established business operating for less than three years as of September 1, 2024. This award recognizes exceptional business performance achieved in a short period and aims to inspire other new ventures. 

To qualify, businesses must have been in operation for less than three years as of September 1, 2024.

Non-profit organizations are ineligible for this award.

Promise for Continued Growth:

  • The business shows potential for ongoing growth and success.
  • It has established a strong foundation and has strategies to sustain its growth trajectory.

Entrepreneurial Spirit:

  • The business demonstrates innovation, risk-taking, and adaptability.
  • Explores new opportunities, challenges the status quo, and creatively overcomes obstacles.

Connection to the Community:

  • The business actively engages with and contributes to the Penticton community.
  • Builds genuine connections through partnerships, collaborations, or support of community initiatives.

Reputation for Integrity and Customer Service:

  • The business strives to establish a reputation for integrity and excellent customer service.
  • Prioritizes building customer trust, delivering exceptional experiences, and maintaining ethical business practices.
Criteria
Criterion Weight
Organization Profile 10.0%
Success Factors 20.0%
Customer Service 15.0%
Community Impact 10.0%
Workplace Culture 15.0%
Partnerships & Collaborations 15.0%
Improvement & Innovation 10.0%
Supporting Documents 5.0%