Chamber Award Nominations
Great work deserves recognition. Help the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce celebrate the businesses, individuals, and partnerships making Independence County a better place to live and work.
Nominations close December 15, 2026. The Chamber will recognize finalists and present awards at its Annual Meeting & Gala on January 29, 2027.
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Award Categories
- Excellence in Business recognizes strong business practices, customer care, a positive reputation, and community involvement.
- Excellence in Customer Focus honors businesses that exceed customer expectations and find new ways to improve the customer experience.
- Excellence in Community Collaboration celebrates partnerships that tackle local challenges and advance the public good
- Leader in Education recognizes an individual, program, or initiative creating educational opportunities through innovation and community involvement.
- Leader in Healthcare honors an individual, program, or initiative improving health and quality of life through community involvement.
- New Member of the Year celebrates an eligible new Chamber member making an immediate impact through entrepreneurship and resilience.
Eligibility
- Chamber members in good standing may nominate themselves or another Chamber member in good standing.
- Recipients from the past three years are ineligible for the same award category.
- Review the nomination form for the complete eligibility list, including eligible nominees for New Member of the Year.
Prepare Your Nomination
A strong nomination explains what the nominee accomplished and how their work benefited others. Before beginning, gather the following.- Your contact information and the nominee’s name.
- A description of the nominee’s achievements and contributions in 750 words or fewer, including specific examples and measurable results.
- Up to three supporting files, such as news articles, photos, customer reviews, or testimonials.
