Congratulations to the Final Nominees!
The Black Brilliance Awards at the 5th Annual Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce Gala celebrate the excellence, resilience, and innovation of Black-owned businesses across Virginia. This prestigious event honors entrepreneurs and leaders who are driving sustainability, fostering economic growth, and making a lasting impact in their communities.

Join us for an unforgettable black-tie evening as we recognize outstanding small business owners for their brilliance, creativity, and dedication to success.

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Voting Ends November 14, 2025. The Winners will be announced at our 5th Annual Gala on December 13, 2025 - Richmond, VA

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* 1. Customer Service Excellence Award. Honoring the business owner(s) that strives to ensure customer satisfaction through exemplary service practices while delivering top-notch products or services on time and on budget. *4-5 star reviews on Google.

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* 2. Emerging Business Award. This award recognizes businesses that have achieved success through quick growth, thriving marketing strategies and steadfast determination, three (3) years or less in business.

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* 3. Community Connector and Supporter Award. For the Business Owner who demonstrates greater levels of commitment towards connecting members of their local community and providing referrals by sharing knowledge, expertise, and resources for mutual benefit throughout the year (and beyond).

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* 4. Social Impact Champion Award: Honoring a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that has shown exceptional dedication, innovation, and impact in addressing social issues, improving lives, and strengthening the community.

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* 5. Cultural Catalyst Award - Recognizing a creative entrepreneur whose work shifts narratives, amplifies underrepresented voices, or redefines cultural identity through art, design, or storytelling. Ideal for filmmakers, fashion designers, content creators, visual artists, artists, musicians or brand storytellers whose impact transcends aesthetics and creates cultural resonance.

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* 6. Tech Company of the Year Award: This award recognizes a technology company that has significantly advanced the industry through innovation, growth, and technological breakthroughs. The awardee will be celebrated for their commitment to driving progress and economic growth.

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* 7. Next Gen Icon Award or Future Legend Award: Honoring an extrordinary entreprenuer under 30 years of age and who is redefining success breaking barriers, and proving that age is no limit to impact.

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* 8. Innovator of the Year Award: Recognizing a business that's disrupting their industry with creativity, fresh ideas, or technology.

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* 9. Pillar of Excellence: The award honors individuals who exemplify continuous impact through their dedication, leadership, and vision. This award recognizes those who not only build a meaningful legacy but also keep it moving forward, inspiring others through purposeful action and unwavering commitment to excellence.

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* 10. The Blackprint Award: Celebrating a business that defines the culture, elevates the narrative, and sets the pace for what’s possible through social media. This award honors a company that doesn’t just market—they mobilize. Through culturally-rooted strategy, unapologetic creativity, and community-first messaging, they craft campaigns that resonate deeply and last beyond the moment. From powerful brand storytelling to viral social media influence, they amplify Black brilliance with purpose and precision.

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