Recognition Awards are presented at the May Annual Dinner to be held this year on Thursday, May 15, 2025 to outstanding Chamber Members. Nominees eligible are businesspeople who are Chamber Members residing in the Greater Binghamton area and who have the following qualifications:
2025 CIVIC LEADER OF THE YEAR
Shows evidence of having had a long-term beneficial impact on the community.
Demonstrates civic engagement of knowledge, skills, values and motivation to make a difference in our communities.
2025 ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
Exemplifies leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
Shows willingness to take risks.
Demonstrates exceptional vision that contributes to business success.
Exhibits personal drive, focus, innovation, and business acumen.
2025 SMALL BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR
Shows evidence of growth in the number of employees (Business must have min. 5 full-time employees) and growth in sales with an emphasis of the past 3-5 years.
Innovation of product or services.
Contributions to the community.
2025 CIVIC LEADER OF THE YEAR
Shows evidence of having had a long-term beneficial impact on the community.
Demonstrates civic engagement of knowledge, skills, values and motivation to make a difference in our communities.
2025 ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
Exemplifies leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
Shows willingness to take risks.
Demonstrates exceptional vision that contributes to business success.
Exhibits personal drive, focus, innovation, and business acumen.
2025 SMALL BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR
Shows evidence of growth in the number of employees (Business must have min. 5 full-time employees) and growth in sales with an emphasis of the past 3-5 years.
Innovation of product or services.
Contributions to the community.
