It’s time to tout a flourishing local community and the best in business and civic leadership by submitting nominations for statewide honors to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce.
Nominations are being accepted through Friday, June 20. The winners will be celebrated at the Indiana Chamber’s 36th Annual Awards Dinner, presented in partnership with Meijer, in Indianapolis on November 5.
“We’re eager to recognize the impressive recipients that make Indiana such a great place –showcasing Indiana’s brightest is always a highlight of our annual awards dinner,” offers Vanessa Green Sinders, Indiana Chamber president and CEO. “There certainly is no lack of worthy individuals and communities around the state so we hope to receive many nominations for our slate of awards.”
The Ogletree Deakins Business Leader of the Year honors a Hoosier business leader who has demonstrated excellence in enhancing both their own organization and the broader business community through industry expertise and leadership.
The Birch Bayh-Richard Lugar Government Leader of the Year spotlights a government leader who has displayed dedication to advancing the business environment in the state of Indiana.
The NextEra Energy Resources Community of the Year spotlights a deserving community in Indiana for significant improvements to its local business climate and overall growth and success.
The Yamaha Dynamic Leader of the Year recognizes an outstanding individual who has demonstrated impact that extends beyond their organization by working in support of the goals outlined in the Indiana Chamber’s vision plan, Indiana Prosperity 2035. Past winners represent innovative leaders, exemplary role models and/or strategic collaborators.
More information can be found and nominations submitted at www.indianachamber.com/annualawards.
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