2026 Business Awards Gala

Celebrating Manistee County Businesses and Business Professionals.

It's time to honor and celebrate the businesses and professionals of Manistee County! Come together for a sophisticated evening filled with a networking cocktail hour, a delicious dinner, decadent desserts and an exciting award ceremony. Join us as we toast to the achievements of 2025! Presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Care Network of Michigan

The Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Business Awards, presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Care Network of Michigan, celebrate the outstanding contributions of individuals, businesses, and organizations that strengthen the Chamber, uplift the local business community, and enrich the quality of life in Manistee County. Join us on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the Awards Gala at Little River Casino Resort, where this year's winners will be announced.

If you are interested in lodging, please call the Little River Casino Resort at (231) 723-1535 to reserve your room.

Business of the Year

Emerging Business Award

Business Professional of the Year

Impact Award

Business of the Year

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

This award recognizes a business that has demonstrated success and innovation over the years. They provide a quality product or service and conduct their business with professionalism and integrity. Must be in business 3 + years.

Emerging Business Award

EMERGING BUSINESS

This award recognizes a new business or a business that branched to Manistee County that has opened within the last 3 years. They have shown entrepreneurial spirit, provide a quality product or service, and conduct their business with professionalism and integrity.

Sponsored By: Boyer Agency

Business Professional of the Year

BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

This award recognizes an outstanding business professional whose leadership, dedication, and commitment to excellence have made a meaningful and lasting impact within their organization and throughout the Manistee County community.

Impact Award

IMPACT AWARD

The Impact Award honors an individual, business, or nonprofit that has made a meaningful and lasting difference in Manistee County. This award celebrates those who demonstrate commitment to our community through leadership, service, and action. The recipient has created positive change - whether by addressing community needs, inspiring others to get involved, or contributing to the overall vitality and spirit of Manistee County.

Nominations from the community are being collectected for consideration of this award. CLICK HERE TO MAKE A NOMINATION. The deadline to submit all nominations is Monday, November 10th, at 5:00 PM.

Sponsored By: Filer Credit Union