2024 Salute to Small Business Awards
Commerce Lexington Inc. began honoring the contributions that small businesses have on our economy in 1986, and since that very first Salute to Small Business event, the impact of small businesses on the global economy has become greater than ever before. The annual Salute to Small Business Awards presented by Forcht Bank recognizes the area’s best small businesses and one exceptional nonprofit organization.
The week-long celebration (August 12-16) will include plenty of opportunities to get to know this year’s Category Award winners. On Wednesday, August 14th, category winners will be featured on a panel at the @330 event hosted by 46Solutions. The week will culminate with the Salute to Small Business Awards Luncheon on Friday, August 16, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Central Bank Center in downtown Lexington, during which we’ll announce a new Small Business of the Year.
The week-long celebration (August 12-16) will include plenty of opportunities to get to know this year’s Category Award winners. On Wednesday, August 14th, category winners will be featured on a panel at the @330 event hosted by 46Solutions. The week will culminate with the Salute to Small Business Awards Luncheon on Friday, August 16, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Central Bank Center in downtown Lexington, during which we’ll announce a new Small Business of the Year.
What Past Winners Have to Say:
Winning the Minority Business Award was pivotal for us, signaling that our dedication and efforts had indeed paid off. It was incredibly rewarding to see our work acknowledged by industry peers. The impact of this award on our business has been remarkable. It's like a stamp of approval that opens doors and builds trust when approaching new opportunities. The credibility boost has been invaluable in securing contracts and creating job opportunities. To other small businesses considering applying, embrace the opportunity! Your story, hard work, and impact on the community deserve recognition." |
The Salute to Small Business award program through Commerce Lexington has shown to be an invaluable opportunity for my small business. Winning the Entrepreneur Award was such an honor - that my peers felt I was worthy of the title. But more than that, as the recipient of the award, it has given my business credibility and exposure that we wouldn't otherwise have. Commerce Lexington is the leader in business across central Kentucky, and when they named us the winner of this category, it confirmed to the community that we were a company you wanted to work with. If you are considering applying for any of the award categories - I highly recommend you go for it!" |
Our fellow award winners were all more than deserving of the award. But for our team, it was humbling to be honored by the business community as the Small Business of the Year. We strive everyday to do the right thing for our employee-owners, our customer partners, our vendors, and the community. To have fellow business leaders recognize our efforts, creates a desire in us to earn this award everyday by continuously improving, learning from our mistakes, and investing in the growth of our people. Take a chance on yourself, your employees, and your business. They deserve the recognition and benefits this award can bring. The sense of pride and ownership this has given our team is priceless and the positive brand recognition has been a bonus for our marketing efforts." |
PRESENTED BY:
PLATINUM SPONSORS:
Community Trust Bank
Lynn Imaging / Monster Color
GOLD SPONSORS:
Central Bank & Trust Co.
H-L Media (Lexington Herald-Leader & Kentucky.com)
Highbridge Springwater
Kentucky Employers' Mutual Insurance
LM Communications
TravelHost of the Bluegrass
Community Trust Bank
Lynn Imaging / Monster Color
GOLD SPONSORS:
Central Bank & Trust Co.
H-L Media (Lexington Herald-Leader & Kentucky.com)
Highbridge Springwater
Kentucky Employers' Mutual Insurance
LM Communications
TravelHost of the Bluegrass
SILVER SPONSORS:
Electronic Business Machines
WesBanco Bank
WUKY 91.3FM
Electronic Business Machines
WesBanco Bank
WUKY 91.3FM
VIDEO SPONSOR:
Wrigley Media Group
Wrigley Media Group
For Salute to Small Business Sponsorship opportunities, contact Lisa Mahan.