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2026 LGBTBE of the Year - Business Pride Awards Nominations

Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce welcomes you to the nomination process for the 2026 Business Pride Awards! These Awards were established to recognize the contributions to the LGBTQ+ community made by small businesses, corporate partners, and other key stakeholders in building a more diverse and inclusive business community.

RULES:
Only one nomination form in each category will be accepted per email address.
If a business is self-nominating, please coordinate the nomination and only submit one form.
To submit a nomination, you must be a member of the Chamber.
Last year's award winner of this category is ineligible to receive this award this year.

UPCOMING DATES:
MARCH 26, MIDNIGHT: Nominations close

APRIL 8: Finalists will be announced. Social media voting rounds will begin.

APRIL 17: Social media voting closes.

Awards Committee will meet to determine the award recipients. Find out who wins at the Business Pride Awards Gala!

MAY 12, 2026: BUSINESS PRIDE AWARDS!
1.Provide Your Information to Submit Your Nomination
2.The LGBTBE® CERTIFIED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD highlights a certified LGBTBE that has demonstrated excellence in leadership, innovation, community impact, and engagement with the Mid-America LGBT Chamber. Please write-in your nomination:
3.What is the business’s mission, and how does it reflect the values as an LGBTQ-owned enterprise?
4.How has the business engaged with the Mid-America LGBT Chamber and supported its mission (e.g., events, sponsorships, advocacy, mentorship, leadership roles, etc.)?
5.How does the business foster an inclusive and affirming workplace for employees, particularly those from diverse backgrounds?
6.Why do you believe the business deserves to be recognized as the LGBTBE® Business of the Year?