Chamber accepting awards nominations.

Chamber accepting awards nominations.

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting 2018 award nominations – and has added a fourth category this year to honor small businesses.

The awards will recognize the 2018 Mason County Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Community Service, and Future Five. Nominations will be accepted until 5 p.m., Friday, March 15.

“There are so many hard-working, dedicated businesses and people in Mason County. The Annual Dinner is our way of honoring and celebrating those businesses and individuals,” said Brandy Miller, president of the Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce.

Business of the Year Award (more than 20 employees):

The purpose of this award is to recognize a business that has made an impact on our community through their business expertise and community service. The business must be located in Mason County and be a member of the Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce. All members are listed on the Chamber website at www.ludington.org.

The Business of the Year award will be judged on the business’ ability to demonstrate excellence in business practices through sales, quality of service, customer service, leadership and/or community involvement. Nominations must include a written summary of why this business deserves the award.

Small Business of the Year Award (20 or fewer employees)

The purpose of this award is to recognize a small business that provides a quality product or service and conducts business with professionalism and integrity. The business must be located in Mason County and be a member of the Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce.

The Small Business of the Year award will be judged on the business’ ability to demonstrate excellence in business practices through sales, quality of service, customer service, leadership and/or community involvement. Nominations must include a written summary of why this business deserves the award.

Community Service Award

The purpose of this award is to recognize an individual or group for their accomplishments in offering service to the community on a volunteer basis. Nominations must include a written summary of what volunteer efforts were made by the individual or group, and why they should be considered for the award.

Future Five Award

The Future Five award recognizes five area young professionals who are growing and excelling in their respective fields. These individuals are currently influencing the growth, prosperity, and quality of life in Mason County and demonstrate the ability to positively impact the area in the future through professional accomplishments and community involvement.

The Future Five award is open to anyone living or working in Mason County. Nominees must be age 21-40 on or before December 31, 2018. Nominees must agree to be profiled in news features reviewing the award and will be asked to complete a biographical survey upon nomination.

The awards will be presented at the Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner to be held on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at Lincoln Hills Golf Club in Hamlin Township. Nominees for the Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, and Community Service Award will be honored at the awards ceremony prior to announcing the winners.

Nomination forms are available online at ludington.org/networking/annual-awards-dinner/ and can be submitted via email to Brandy Miller at brandyh@ludington.org. Reservations for the annual dinner can be made by calling the Chamber office at 231.845.0324.