In 1982, the Small Business of the Year awards were established to honor the important role that small businesses play in the Cobb community and the economy. In 2004, the Top 25 small businesses were also showcased as the exceptional companies that keep Cobb influential and thriving.
By 2012, the Small Business Hall of Fame was created to shine a spotlight on the growing number of businesses that continue to set the standard for small businesses very high. The judges select the Top 25 and from amongst the Top 25, the Small Business of the Year winner. The overall winner continues on to participate in the state small business of the year competition.
Each year, the Cobb Chamber recognizes the important role that small businesses play in the Cobb community and the economy through the Small Business of the Year awards. Applications are available online (www.cobbchamber.org/Member-Services/ Small-Business-of-the-Year), and are based on the Small Business Administration standards demonstrating achievement in growth, community involvement, employee benefits and adversity among other criteria.
This year, the Cobb Chamber will also be recognizing a deserving start-up business who is growing their success in Cobb. While not eligible for the Small Business of the Year award, these companies who have been in business for less than three years are encouraged to apply for the Business to Watch award.
Not a small business, but know someone who deserves this award? Email awarner@cobbchamber.org with their business and a contact name, along with their contact information, and someone from the Chamber staff will encourage them to apply. All applications must be submitted by Wednesday, March 8.
For more information on Small Business of the Year, contact Ashley Warner at 770-859-2346 or awarner@ cobbchamber.org.
