It's time to vote for the business leaders in Whatcom County! Who left an indelible imprint on the business and economic landscape in Whatcom County during 2024? Who has done that over a lifetime career as a Whatcom business leader?

Continuing a tradition of 38 years, Whatcom Business Alliance and Business Pulse magazine will stage the annual Whatcom Business Awards 'Black & Gold Gala' in March 2025. This is the longest-standing award in northwest Washington, recognizing excellence in business achievement. Criteria for the nominations:

Business Person of the Year—Any leader in Whatcom County from a business or organization, who represents business success and community impact.

Lifetime Achievement Award
—Any person representing long-time contributions to
business success and community prosperity in Whatcom County.

Small Business of the Year
—Any successful business (not a person) with fewer than 100 employees.

Start-Up of the Year
—Any business (not a person). Must have opened for business on or after January 1, 2023.

Jon Strong Employee of the Year—A full-time employee in Whatcom County who shows consistent integrity, commitment, professionalism and teamwork. Someone who goes above and beyond in their job and community. Named after long-time WBA employee, Jon Strong (1947 - 2019).

See a list of PAST WINNERS...Click HERE!

NOMINATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, 2025, 5PM to be considered.

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* 1. Business Person of the Year nominee

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* 2. Lifetime Business Achievement nominee

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* 3. Small Business of the Year nominee

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* 4. Start-Up Business of the Year nominee

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* 5. Employee of the Year nominee

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* 6. Please provide the following information so that we are able to connect with you regarding your nomination selections.

Thank you so much for your time and nominations!

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