Please use the form below to submit nominations. Preference will be given to nominees that are members of the CHQ Chamber. Please check our online Business Directory for a searchable list of members.
Emerging Business of the Year: A newer or growing business that has demonstrated vision and/or filled a need in Chautauqua County
Business Sector Awards: One organization will be selected from nominees in each of the four categories. These awards will recognize outstanding service, production, growth or community involvement
Hospitality Business of the Year (restaurants, attractions, lodging)
Service Business of the Year (retail or service such as financial, insurance, legal, etc.)
Producer of the Year (manufacturing, agriculture, or construction)
Not-for-Profit of the Year (an outstanding nonprofit organization)
Milestone Recognition: Multiple businesses may be recognized for milestone service years that end in a 5 or 0.
Business Champion Award: This award is presented to an organization that has contributed most to the economic development, quality of life and stability of Chautauqua County.
Business of the Year: This award will be presented to a business that has demonstrated outstanding leadership in employee growth, product development or exemplary service.
All nominations will be reviewed by a “supercommittee” of CHQ Chamber volunteers from across the county, and final selections will be approved by the CHQ Chamber Board of Directors. Award recipients will be notified by the end of August. Awards will be presented at the CHQ Chamber Award Banquet, which will be held October 2 in the Williams Center at SUNY Fredonia.
