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Business of the Year
Business of the Year
- More than 25 full-time equivalent employees
- Privately held, for-profit business/organization
- Been in business in the FMWF community for a minimum of three years (since Jan. 1, 2020)
- Shows stability or growth in sales, service and/or number of individuals served and/or expanded products and services
- Demonstrates a commitment to ethical business practices
- Demonstrates a commitment to employee support and development
- Demonstrates corporate citizenship and/or community leadership
- Current member in good standing with The Chamber
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Small Business of the Year
Small Business of the Year
- 25 or fewer full-time equivalent employees
- Privately held, for-profit business/organization
- Has been in business in the FMWF community for a minimum of three years (since Jan. 1, 2020)
- Shows stability or growth in sales, service and/or number of individuals served and/or expanded products and services
- Demonstrates a commitment to ethical business practices
- Demonstrates a commitment to employee support and development
- Demonstrates corporate citizenship and/or community leadership
- Current member in good standing with The Chamber
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Emerging Business of the Year
Emerging Business of the Year
- 25 or fewer full-time equivalent employees
- Privately held, for-profit business/organization
- Has been an established business in the FMWF community for fewer than three years (since January 1, 2020)
- Demonstrates a high level of entrepreneurial spirit, leadership, perseverance, innovation and determination
- Demonstrates a commitment to ethical business practices
- Demonstrates a commitment to employee support and development
- Demonstrates corporate citizenship and/or community leadership
- Current member in good standing with The Chamber
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Resilient Business of the Year
Resilient Business of the Year
- Open to all businesses, non-profit and for-profit
- Has been in business in the FMWF community for a minimum of three years (since January 1, 2020)
- Demonstrates new and innovative ways to adapt and respond to business disruptions while maintaining continuous business operations
- Current member in good standing with The Chamber
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Non-Profit of the Year
Non-Profit of the Year
- Must have a registered 501(c) designation, as defined by IRS standards, in the FMWF community
- Has been in business in the FMWF community for a minimum of three years (since Jan. 1, 2020)
- Shown stability or growth in services and/or number of individuals served and/or expanded programs and services
- Proven contribution to enhancing the community’s overall quality of life
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical business practices
- Demonstrated commitment to employee support and development
- Current member in good standing with The Chamber
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Champion
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Champion
- Open to all businesses, non-profit and for-profit
- Demonstrates organizational practices inclusive of all people no matter that person’s race, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity
- Demonstrates strong, visible and effective strategic leadership on diversity and inclusion
- Demonstrates intentional creation of policies and procedures that embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- A commitment to diversity and inclusion is integrated throughout your organization’s mission/strategic plan
- Demonstrates a commitment to employee support and development
- Has been in business in the FMWF community for a minimum of three years (since January 1, 2020)
- Current member in good standing with The Chamber
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Young Professionals Best Place to Work
Young Professionals Best Place to Work
- Young professionals are defined as 40 and under
- Open to all businesses, non-profit and for-profit
- The organization supports total Young Professional development
- Has been in business in the FMWF community for a minimum of three years (since Jan. 1, 2020)
- Current member in good standing with The Chamber
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The ChamberChoice Awards recognize the best of the best when it comes to businesses in the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo area. These organizations make a significant impact, drive economic growth and help make this region a better place to work, live and do business. Winners exemplify excellence through proven growth or stability, innovation, creativity, community leadership and achievements. At this annual upbeat and memorable event, attendees will be the first to hear the year's winners and have the opportunity to network with other area professionals and kick back at this fun event.
Overview
The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce hosts its ChamberChoice Awards annually to recognize local organizations in eight categories: non-profit; small business; business; diversity & inclusion; young professionals best place to work; emerging business; resilient business; and the people’s choice.
Award applicants are narrowed down to three finalists in each category. The finalists and winners will be announced at our awards ceremony on Friday, May 19, 2023.
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2023 Award Winners