The annual awards ceremony is a hallmark tradition of the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber. It is our opportunity to honor those members of the Gaithersburg & Germantown business communities, both organizations and individuals, that have demonstrated an exemplary level of leadership and community engagement to positively impact the quality of life & economic development.
SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD
The Chamber’s Small Business of the Year Award recognizes small businesses, which are a vital part of our economy and community. The award is presented to the small business that demonstrates success, community involvement, and excellent customer relations.
DOWNLOAD THE SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR APPLICATION (link opens Sept)
| Previous Award Winners: | |
| 2022: Supporting Strategies | 2014: Pinky & Pepe’s Grape Escape |
| 2021: Upcounty Community Resources | 2013: Soldierfit |
| 2020: Infinite Bridge | 2012: Authxperts, LLC |
| 2019: Bella Ballet, LLC | 2011: Cartridge on Wheels |
| 2018: Auxilium Technology | 2010: Signs of Progress |
| 2017: Crown Trophy | 2009: Strive Business Solutions |
| 2016: Metropolitan Ballet Theatre & Academy | 2008: Germantown Copy Center |
| 2015: ELaunchers.com | 2007: Follow Your Heart Yoga |
YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR AWARD
The Chamber’s Young Professional of the Year Award recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of a highly motivated, emerging leader of our Young Professional’s group.
DOWNLOAD THE YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR APPLICATION (link opens Sept)
| Previous Award Winners: | |
| 2022: Heiromy “Romy” Nuñez, Foresight Insurance LLC | 2017: Brett Rough, Aerotek |
| 2021: Heather Madison, Peterson Companies | 2016: Brooke Bruch, Contemporaries, Inc |
| 2020: Eric Ashmont, Edward Jones | 2015: PJ Horan, Mass Mutual Greater Washington |
| 2019: Stephanie Evans, Evans Legacy Group, RE/MAX Realty Group | 2014: Brittany Hilton, Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union |
| 2018: David McCormick-Goodhart, Savant Capital Management | 2013: Brett Friedman, DeLeon & Stang, CPAs & Advisors |
SELECTION PROCESS
Deadline for entries is in November and are accepted either via mail or email. The winner in each Award category will be chosen by Selection Committees comprised of members of the Gaithersburg-Germantown County Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors and its events committee Chamber members. The award is presented at the Chamber’s Celebration Dinner & Awards Ceremony held in December. The winner is invited to attend as our guest of honor.