We are excited to open nominations for Small Business Week Awards 2024
Each year during Small Business Week, the Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce asks the community to nominate local businesses that they have recognized throughout the year for going above and beyond. The Small Business Awards and all the nominations we receive for the outstanding businesses in our community gives us the opportunity to celebrate the entrepreneurs who contribute so much to the community. They provide local jobs, bring energy, vibrancy and uniqueness to our streets, and they form the backbone of our provincial economy.
Our Rustic Gala Awards Night in celebration of Small Business Week will be held on Thursday, October 24th from 6 to 9 PM at the Bates Barn located at 918 Route 850, proudly sponsored by Lutz Parish Gerrish. This year’s event will include a full BBQ buffet meal and individual tickets as well as tables will be available for purchase so you can bring your whole team! Tickets for this event will go on sale on September 3rd so please check back for details.
To nominate a local business you feel is deserving, simply complete our online form. Eligible member businesses are listed on the nomination form. Nominations will be open from Friday, August 1st to Monday, September 30th. Nominations are being accepted by the general public for the People’s Choice and Emerging Business Awards.
People’s Choice - This award celebrates the entrepreneurs who contribute so much to the community. The Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce invites the community at large to nominate local businesses who go above and beyond, providing local jobs, bringing energy, vibrancy and uniqueness to our streets, supporting community initiatives, and creating a sense of welcome to all residents. Nominate a deserving business HERE
Emerging Business Award – This award celebrates a new business (opened within the last 2 years) that is making a name for itself in the community. This business uses innovation and excellent customer service to grow their customer base, participates in community activities to create a more vibrant Hampton, and brings new business ideas or products to the community. Nominate your choice for this award HERE
In addition awards will be presented in the following categories:
Peer to Peer Award - This award goes to a business that provides excellent support to fellow businesses through high quality service & expertise. Nominations for this award come from fellow chamber members.
Hampton Community Excellence Award - This award recognizes a business that is community-minded, volunteers/donates to the community, as well as having a focus on improved streetscape and pride of ownership. This award is presented by the town of Hampton.
Employee of the Year Award - This award recognizes an employee who has been nominated by their employer in recognition of outstanding achievement. The recipient of this award has demonstrated exemplary performance and commitment to their workplace.
Spirit of the Chamber Award - This award goes to a Chamber member who best carries out the Chamber’s values, mission and objectives. This business promotes the Chamber and demonstrates the morale, character and work ethic that every member should strive for.
About the Title Sponsor:
This year’s Small Business Awards Gala has been generously sponsored by Lutz Parish Gerrish.
Lutz Parish Gerrish was founded in 1977, with offices located in Hampton, Sussex, St. Andrews, St. Stephen and Grand Manan. Their firm consists of ten Lawyers who are committed to providing outstanding bilingual service in the areas of Family, Property, Criminal, Estate, Litigation and Commercial Law. The Lawyers of Lutz Parish Gerrish are amongst the most experienced in the province, with four out of ten holding K.C. status, which is one of the highest honours a Lawyer can achieve in Canada.
Their commitment to the community sets them apart. Lutz Parish Gerrish cares about the communities they work in and is always looking for ways to give back. Their firm has raised over $300,000 for local initiatives through their will’s events. All their lawyers currently or have previously sat on the Boards of nonprofits across the province, and Canada, helping to build better communities through volunteerism.
David Lutz, K.C. has had the pleasure of serving as first ever President of the Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce, Carley Parish, K.C. has served two terms as President and Josh Adams currently serves as a Director.
Thank you to Lutz Parish Gerrish for their generous support of the Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce for the past 45 years and for their sponsorship of this year’s Gala!