May 30, 2024, — The Urbandale Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the 2024 Citizen of the Year, Young Professional of the Year, Business of the Year, and the Greg Thompson Small Business of the Year awards. Best In Class voting is open as well.
The highly anticipated award recipients will be revealed at the Chamber’s annual event, Sample Urbandale: A Celebration of Business, on Thursday, September 12, 2024. Both individuals and businesses are encouraged to nominate deserving candidates, including themselves. A dedicated nomination committee will select the winners. Submit your nominations by completing an application today! The nomination period closes on Thursday, August 1st, at 5 p.m.
2024 Citizen of the Year
Each year, the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce honors a current or former Urbandale resident with the Citizen of the Year award. This prestigious accolade celebrates individuals who have significantly impacted the community.
Award Requirements:
The nominee must be or have been a resident of Urbandale.
2024 Young Professional of the Year
Introduced in 2022, the Young Professional of the Year award recognizes an outstanding young professional who has made a notable positive impact on our community.
Award Requirements:
The nominee must be an active 2024 genYP member.
2024 Greg Thompson Small Business of the Year
Also introduced in 2022, the Small Business of the Year award honors a small business that has made a significant contribution to the community.
Award Requirements:
The nominee must have 1-10 employees.
The nominee must be physically or remotely located in Urbandale, IA.
2024 Business of the Year
This highly coveted award is presented at the Sample Urbandale event. Nominate a business who strives to make a positive impact on the community. Businesses are welcome to nominate themselves for this recognition.
Award Requirements:
The business must have a physical presence in Urbandale, IA, which could be a satellite office or division.
Urbandale Chamber of Commerce membership is not required.
2024 Best in Class Presented by Midland Credit Union
We want your input! Vote for the members you believe deserve the Best in Class distinction.
Award Requirements:
Businesses must be members of the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce but can be located in any community.
All nomination forms can be submitted online by visiting the Resource Page at www.uniquelyurbandale.com. Ensure your nominations are received by 5 p.m. on Thursday, August 1, 2024.
Don’t wait! Submit your nominations today and mark your calendar for Sample Urbandale: A Celebration of Business on Thursday, September 12, 2024!
About the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce:
The Urbandale Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based business organization that serves, protects and promotes its members and the community. With more than 850 members, the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce is the second largest in the metro, serving both the Urbandale and Windsor Heights communities.