Congratulations to the Final Nominees!
 
The Great Blacksby Gala and 2023 VABBD Small Business Awards are a celebration of Black-owned businesses that strive to create sustainability, foster economic growth, and make a positive impact in their communities. This event recognizes outstanding small business owners for their innovation, creativity, hard work, and perseverance.
 
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* 1. Customer Service Excellence Award. Honoring tho business owner that strives to ensure customer satisfaction through exemplary service practices while delivering top-notch products or services on time and on budget.

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* 2. 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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* 3. Emerging Business Leader Award. This award is designed to recognize a business leader who has made noteworthy contributions to the development and implementation of their business strategy throughout the year.

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* 4. Entrepreneurial Excellence Award. An award that honors entrepreneurs for creating successful businesses and making an impact in their respective industries, from start up to established company; successfully owns three (3) or more businesses.

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* 5. Innovator of the Year Award. Recognizing those who have pushed the boundaries in their industry, this award is presented to a business that has made groundbreaking advancements or embraced innovative solutions; five (5) Years or more in business.

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* 6. Small Business Phenomenon Award. This award recognizes businesses that have achieved success through quick growth, thriving marketing strategies and steadfast determination, one (1) year or less in business.

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* 7. Social Impact Champion Award. Recognizing a business that has made significant contributions towards solving social issues in its local community or beyond through its work or initiatives taken over the course of the year (or more).

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* 8. Rising Star Youth Entrepreneur Award. Honoring inspiring startups that show promise for future success by displaying ambition and implementing effective strategies in entrepreneurship; celebrating these young persons (ages 13-21) as they make strides into successful entrepreneurship.

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