Business Excellence Awards
Friday, March 6, 2026 | Flatirons Church
Join us for Longmont’s premier celebration of business excellence. The Longmont Chamber’s business awards honor the outstanding achievements of local businesses and non-profits whose innovation, leadership, and community impact make Longmont thrive.
About the Event
Award Categories
Sponsorships
Award Categories
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Reserve your seats today!
Tickets are now on sale for the Business Excellence Awards, coming up on March 6. VIP tickets include plated dinner before the award show. Click the button below to learn more, see the agenda, and get your tickets today!
About the Awards
The Longmont Chamber Business Excellence Awards represent the pinnacle of recognition for excellence in Longmont’s business community. This annual celebration shines a spotlight on the innovators, leaders, and visionaries driving growth and connection across the region.
The 2026 ceremony, held at Flatirons Church, will bring together the city’s most influential leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals for an evening of celebration, connection, and inspiration.
Be a Part of Longmont’s Premier Business Celebration
Sponsoring the Business Excellence Awards positions your business as a vital supporter of Longmont’s thriving business community. This highly anticipated annual event brings together hundreds of local leaders and professionals to celebrate excellence, foster connections, and inspire progress.
By joining as a sponsor, you’ll enjoy opportunities to:
- Maximize Visibility: Showcase your brand to a live audience of 250+ business leaders and through extensive promotional campaigns reaching thousands in the Longmont community.
- Strengthen Connections: Engage directly with key decision-makers and community stakeholders.
- Amplify Your Impact: Align your business with the Chamber’s mission to advance, connect, and advocate for a healthy business climate.
This year’s Business Excellence Awards promises to elevate your brand, deepen community ties, and create lasting impressions.
Join us in making this celebration unforgettable!
Business Excellence Award Sponsors
Award Categories
Business of the Year
A business that has been in operation for at least 5 years and has demonstrated profitability, growth, sustainability, and a strong commitment to the Longmont community.
2024 Business of the Year: WestPro Home Exteriors
Non-Profit of the Year
A registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has significantly contributed to the betterment of our community through impactful programs, partnerships, or services.
2024 Non-Profit of the Year: Voices for Children, CASA of Boulder County
Emerging Business of the Year
A business that has been in operation for fewer than 5 years and demonstrates exceptional potential, innovation, and engagement in the Longmont community.
2024 Emerging Business of the Year: Urban Field Pizza & Market
Employee of the Year
Celebrates an outstanding individual who demonstrates passion, ambition, and exceptional dedication in their role. These employees drive the growth and success of Chamber member businesses or nonprofits and positively impact the Longmont community.
2024 Employee of the Year: Riley Fuhrmann, FASTSIGNS Longmont
Ambassador of the Year
Recognizes a Chamber Ambassador whose volunteerism, enthusiasm, and community leadership make them an exceptional representative of the Chamber’s mission.
2024 Ambassador of the Year: Alex Gerwig, Vectra Bank
Legacy Member Award
Celebrates a longstanding Chamber member whose sustained engagement, mentorship, and commitment have strengthened the business community over time.
2024 Legacy Member Award: Longmont Humane Society
Safety Champion Award
Recognizes an outstanding participant of the Pinnacol Safety Group Program who demonstrates exceptional commitment to workplace safety and employee well-being. This award honors proactive leadership in creating safer, healthier work environments across the Longmont business community.
2024 Safety Champion Award: Community Food Share
People’s Choice Award
Recognizes a business, nonprofit, or individual that exemplifies community spirit and is celebrated by peers, customers, and neighbors alike. This award honors those who go above and beyond to make Longmont a better place—through exceptional service, innovation, or contributions that inspire widespread appreciation and support.
The recipient of this award is determined by community vote, reflecting the voices of those who experience their impact firsthand.
2024 People’s Choice Award: JMarie Skin Studio
Building Bridges Award
Honors a business, organization, or individual who exemplifies the spirit of partnership—strengthening connections between education, business, and community. This award celebrates those who create meaningful collaborations that prepare future generations, expand learning opportunities, and build pathways for shared success.
Since its introduction in 2016, the Building Bridges Award has recognized leaders who bring together schools, students, employers, and community partners in creative and impactful ways. From supporting workforce readiness and mentorship programs to designing innovative educational partnerships, recipients of this award embody the Chamber’s mission to advance, connect, and advocate for a thriving Longmont.
2024 Building Bridges Award: Annette Taylor
Making a Difference Award
Honors a business, organization, or individual whose compassion, leadership, and commitment have created lasting positive change in the Longmont community. This award recognizes those who go above and beyond to uplift others—through service, advocacy, and initiatives that strengthen the fabric of our city.
Introduced to celebrate community stewardship in action, the Making a Difference Award highlights those who see challenges as opportunities to make an impact. Whether through volunteerism, innovative partnerships, or programs that improve quality of life, these honorees embody the Chamber’s mission to advance, connect, and advocate for a thriving and inclusive Longmont.
2024 Making a Difference Award: Jennifer Peterson, JSY Properties LLC