The Livingston-Polk County Chamber of Commerce is continuing to accept nominations for the awards that will be presented during its 89th annual Awards Gala slated for Jan. 30 at the Polk County Commerce Center. Nominations are due by noon on Dec. 30.
Awards will be presented for large business of the year, small business of the year and non-profit organization of the year.
The business of the year awards recognize businesses that have been operational for at least three years in Polk County and have demonstrated professional integrity, financial stability, excellence in customer service, success through innovation and a commitment to the community. Additionally, they must be current members of the Livingston-Polk County Chamber of Commerce.
Businesses eligible for the large business award must have 21 or more employees and businesses eligible for the small business award must have 20 or fewer employees.
The non-profit organization of the year will honor a non-profit or church that invests time and resources in the community. The recipient should demonstrate the action required to create awareness around the needs of others and take steps to meet those needs through education, connection and service. The nominee must be a current member of the Livingston-Polk County Chamber of Commerce.
Nomination forms may be found on the chamber’s website at polkchamber.com or may be picked up at the chamber office at 1001 U.S. 59 Loop North in Livingston.
The Jan. 30 Awards Gala will begin with a reception and live entertainment at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner and the program at 6:15 p.m. Admission is $50 per person.
The Polk County Commerce Center is located at 1017 Hwy. 59 Loop North in Livingston. For additional information, contact Brenda Clifton at brenda@polkchamber.com.
