Categories
We are proud to recognize the highest levels of achievement in the Strathmore and Wheatland County Business Community. Nominate your favorite local business for one of our 13 award categories!
AG Business Of the Year
Requirements
□ The nominated business must have operated in Strathmore or Wheatland County for a minimum of 1 full year (unless otherwise specified in the criteria for a particular category)
□ The nominated business must employ Albertans to produce goods and/or provide services
□ The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of presentation of the award
□ Directors of the Strathmore and Wheatland Chamber of commerce are asked to refrain from submitting self nominations
□ Family members of the nominees are not accepted as “client reference” for any categories
□ A representative of the nominated business must be available to attend the Chamber Business Excellence Awards Banquet
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| demonstrates continual business excellence through positive business growth | 33.4% |
| Demonstrates a commitment to the community | 33.3% |
| Exemplifies superior customer service; and • Embraces an outstanding commitment to quality | 33.3% |
Best New Business
Requirements
□ The nominated business must have operated no more then a MAXIMUM of 2 full year in Strathmore or Wheatland County
□ The nominated business must employ Albertans to produce goods and/or provide services
□ The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of presentation of the award
□ Directors of the Strathmore and Wheatland Chamber of commerce are asked to refrain from submitting self nominations
□ Family members of the nominees are not accepted as “client reference” for any categories
□ A representative of the nominated business must be available to attend the Chamber Business Excellence Awards Banquet
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Has achieved outstanding business performance in a short period of time; | 16.6% |
| Demonstrates exceptional promise of continued growth | 16.6% |
| Serves as an inspiration for other new businesses | 16.6% |
| Demonstrates a commitment to the community. | 16.6% |
| has a solid Social media platform and practices reaching out via social media consistently | 16.6% |
| Practices good Customer Service | 16.6% |
Customer Service Award – Individual
Description
Self nominations are NOT permitted in this award category Recognizes one individual for excellence in customer service. This award will recognize a continual commitment to the success as an individual contributor to their place of business through outstanding service to their clients by going above and beyond.
Requirements
□ The nominated business must have operated in Strathmore or Wheatland County for a minimum of 1 full year (unless otherwise specified in the criteria for a particular category)
□ The nominated business must employ Albertans to produce goods and/or provide services
□ The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of presentation of the award
□ Directors of the Strathmore and Wheatland Chamber of commerce are asked to refrain from submitting self nominations
□ Family members of the nominees are not accepted as “client reference” for any categories
□ A representative of the nominated business must be available to attend the Chamber Business Excellence Awards Banquet
□ Self nominations are NOT permitted in this award category
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Constantly practices good Service | 20.0% |
| Acknowled all customers | 20.0% |
| is approachable | 20.0% |
| is memorable | 20.0% |
| Is engaged, passionate, and committed to customers | 20.0% |
Customer Service Award-Business
Description
Recognizes one team as a whole/department/business (management and staff) for excellence in customer service. This award will recognise a continual commitment to the success of their business through outstanding service to their clients by going above and beyond.
Requirements
□ The nominated business must have operated in Strathmore or Wheatland County for a minimum of 1 full year (unless otherwise specified in the criteria for a particular category)
□ The nominated business must employ Albertans to produce goods and/or provide services
□ The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of presentation of the award
□ Directors of the Strathmore and Wheatland Chamber of commerce are asked to refrain from submitting self nominations
□ Family members of the nominees are not accepted as “client reference” for any categories
□ A representative of the nominated business must be available to attend the Chamber Business Excellence Awards Banquet
□ Self Nominations are NOT permitted in this award category
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| practices good Service from the owner on down | 16.7% |
| Shows a commitment to a healthy work environment through practices that benefit customers and employees physically, intellectually and/or emotionally | 16.7% |
| Has an exceptional commitment to its customer service | 16.7% |
| A focus on workplace culture as well as employee recognition and reward programs; do they staff seem happy? | 16.7% |
| are there customer retention programms in place | 16.7% |
| engaged, passionate, and committed member of the community | 16.7% |
Down Town Business Of the Year
Requirements
□ The nominated business must have operated in Downtown Strathmore for a minimum of 1 full year
□ The nominated business must employ Albertans to produce goods and/or provide services
□ The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of presentation of the award
□ Directors of the Strathmore and Wheatland Chamber of commerce are asked to refrain from submitting self nominations
□ Family members of the nominees are not accepted as “client reference” for any categories
□ A representative of the nominated business must be available to attend the Chamber Business Excellence Awards Banquet
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| demonstrates continual business excellence through positive business growth | 12.5% |
| Demonstrates a commitment to the community | 12.5% |
| Exemplifies superior customer service; and • Embraces an outstanding commitment to quality. | 12.5% |
| Social Media Presence | 12.5% |
| Supports the local economy | 12.5% |
| is a positive influence in the community | 12.5% |
| demonstates pride in their business by having a strong store front presence | 12.5% |
| involved in the community | 12.5% |
Home Based Business Of the Year
Requirements
□ The nominated business must have operated in Strathmore or Wheatland County for a minimum of 1 full year (unless otherwise specified in the criteria for a particular category)
□ The nominated business must employ Albertans to produce goods and/or provide services
□ The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of presentation of the award
□ Directors of the Strathmore and Wheatland Chamber of commerce are asked to refrain from submitting self nominations
□ Family members of the nominees are not accepted as “client reference” for any categories
□ A representative of the nominated business must be available to attend the Chamber Business Excellence Awards Banquet
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Demonstrates exceptional promise of continued growth | 16.7% |
| Serves as an inspiration for other home based businesses | 16.7% |
| Serves as an inspiration for other new businesses | 16.7% |
| Demonstrates a commitment to the community | 16.7% |
| Has social media platform and practices reaching out via social media | 16.7% |
| Customer service reviews are positive | 16.7% |
Large Business of the Year
Requirements
□ Business must have over 15 employees
□ The nominated business must have operated in Strathmore or Wheatland County for a minimum of 1 full year (unless otherwise specified in the criteria for a particular category)
□ The nominated business must employ Albertans to produce goods and/or provide services
□ The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of presentation of the award
□ Directors of the Strathmore and Wheatland Chamber of commerce are asked to refrain from submitting self nominations
□ Family members of the nominees are not accepted as “client reference” for any categories
□ A representative of the nominated business must be available to attend the Chamber Business Excellence Awards Banquet
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| That demonstrates continual business excellence through positive business growth | 12.5% |
| Demonstrates a commitment to the community | 12.5% |
| Exemplifies superior customer service; and Embraces an outstanding commitment to quality | 12.5% |
| Social Media Presence | 12.5% |
| Supports the local economy | 12.5% |
| is a positive influence in the community | 12.5% |
| strong Store Front presence | 12.5% |
| is involved in the community | 12.5% |
Medium Business of the Year
Requirements
□ Business must have between 4 - 15 employees
□ The nominated business must have operated in Strathmore or Wheatland County for a minimum of 1 full year (unless otherwise specified in the criteria for a particular category)
□ The nominated business must employ Albertans to produce goods and/or provide services
□ The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of presentation of the award
□ Directors of the Strathmore and Wheatland Chamber of commerce are asked to refrain from submitting self nominations
□ Family members of the nominees are not accepted as “client reference” for any categories
□ A representative of the nominated business must be available to attend the Chamber Business Excellence Awards Banquet
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| demonstrates continual business excellence through positive business growth; | 10.0% |
| Demonstrates a commitment to the community; | 10.0% |
| Exemplifies superior customer service; and Embraces an outstanding commitment to quality | 10.0% |
| Social Media Presence | 10.0% |
| Supports the local economy | 10.0% |
| is a positive influence in the community | 10.0% |
| Promotes business and fosters positive relationships in the community | 10.0% |
| Is an advocate for member businesses by: doing business with member businesses | 10.0% |
| personally and corporately; personally and professionally connects with businesses | 10.0% |
| involved in the community | 10.0% |
Non profit Business Of the Year
Requirements
□ The nominated business must have operated in Strathmore or Wheatland County for a minimum of 1 full year (unless otherwise specified in the criteria for a particular category)
□ The nominated business must employ Albertans to produce goods and/or provide services
□ The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of presentation of the award
□ Directors of the Strathmore and Wheatland Chamber of commerce are asked to refrain from submitting self nominations
□ Family members of the nominees are not accepted as “client reference” for any categories
□ A representative of the nominated business must be available to attend the Chamber Business Excellence Awards Banquet
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| honours their position as a non profit business by being a good community citizen and is involved in the community a non-profit | 16.7% |
| is a good community citizen | 16.7% |
| Provides outstanding contributions to the community; | 16.7% |
| Demonstrates how their service provides benefits to others and how they differentiate themselves -demonstrates good customer service | 16.7% |
| promotes their services on social media | 16.7% |
| is successful in the eyes of others | 16.7% |
Small Business of the Year
Requirements
□ Business must have 3 employees or less
□ The nominated business must have operated in Strathmore or Wheatland County for a minimum of 1 full year (unless otherwise specified in the criteria for a particular category)
□ The nominated business must employ Albertans to produce goods and/or provide services
□ The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of presentation of the award
□ Directors of the Strathmore and Wheatland Chamber of commerce are asked to refrain from submitting self nominations
□ Family members of the nominees are not accepted as “client reference” for any categories
□ A representative of the nominated business must be available to attend the Chamber Business Excellence Awards Banquet
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| demonstrates continual business excellence through positive business growth | 10.0% |
| Demonstrates a commitment to the community; | 10.0% |
| Exemplifies superior customer service; and Embraces an outstanding commitment to quality. | 10.0% |
| Social Media Presence | 10.0% |
| Supports the local economy | 10.0% |
| positive influence in the community | 10.0% |
| Promotes The Chamber and fosters positive relationships between The Chamber and the community; | 10.0% |
| personally and corporately connecting with businesses | 10.0% |
| gets involved in the community | 10.0% |
| Is an advocate for small businesses by: doing business with small businesses | 10.0% |
Wheatland County Business Of the Year
Requirements
□ The nominated business must have operated Wheatland County for a minimum of 1 full year
□ The nominated business must employ Albertans to produce goods and/or provide services
□ The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of presentation of the award
□ Directors of the Strathmore and Wheatland Chamber of commerce are asked to refrain from submitting self nominations
□ Family members of the nominees are not accepted as “client reference” for any categories
□ A representative of the nominated business must be available to attend the Chamber Business Excellence Awards Banquet
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| That demonstrates continual business excellence through positive business growth | 12.5% |
| Demonstrates a commitment to the community | 12.5% |
| Exemplifies superior customer service; and Embraces an outstanding commitment to quality | 12.5% |
| Social Media Presence | 12.5% |
| Supports the local economy | 12.5% |
| is a positive influence in the community | 12.5% |
| strong Store Front presence | 12.5% |
| is involved in the community | 12.5% |
Youth Entrepreneur Of the Year
Requirements
□ The nominated business must have operated in Strathmore or Wheatland County for a minimum of 1 full year (unless otherwise specified in the criteria for a particular category)
□ The nominated business must employ Albertans to produce goods and/or provide services
□ The nominated business must be operating at the time of nomination and at the time of presentation of the award
□ Directors of the Strathmore and Wheatland Chamber of commerce are asked to refrain from submitting self nominations
□ Family members of the nominees are not accepted as “client reference” for any categories
□ A representative of the nominated business must be available to attend the Chamber Business Excellence Awards Banquet
Criteria
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Provides leadership and inspiration | 14.3% |
| Makes a positive contribution to their business sector; | 14.3% |
| Serves as a positive role model for other businesses; and Demonstrates a commitment to the community. | 14.3% |
| their business is marketed and present on social media | 14.3% |
| is successfully innovative | 14.3% |
| Demonstrates the ability to take risks | 14.3% |
| Demonstrates vision in the development of new technologies, products and/or services | 14.3% |
