Presented by Enji
Live at the 5th Annual #SBOC25 Conference
The Small Business Owners Community is proud to offer entrepreneurs something that is grossly missing: recognition. Each day, you're building your business, taking huge risks, and on the whole it feels like nobody notices. And, so few understand what you do that your friends aren't even there to give you a high five for the effort. Isolation can be demoralizing. When you feel like nobody cares if you go above and beyond it's really tempting to let up. Not on our watch.
The SBOC's tagline is "It's your dream, Don't Grow it Alone®," so let's do something amazing.
At our 5th annual conference in September, we are proud to host the 2nd Annual Awards program to give the recognition so many deserve. The awards program will held on the evening of our second conference night and all of our entrants and nominees will be invited to attend the ceremony at no charge.
The entry deadline EXTENDED to Friday, July 25, 2025 at 11:59pm CT.
Good Luck!
Who Can Enter?
Any small business owner. Anywhere.
This isn’t a clique. You don’t have to be a member.
And yes, you’re encouraged to nominate yourself.
You’ve worked hard. Own that spotlight.
Nominate Yourself
Click below and tell us your story. Every winner last year self nominated...we want to hear from you!
Nominate Someone Else
If you know someone incredible that should be recognized for their work, share their name and email below. It's a fast and easy way to help recognize someone doing great work that deserves recognition.
AWARD CATEGORIES
Nomination Deadline Now July 25, 2025 at 11:59pm CT.
Community Impact Award
Sponsored by genhead
For the business going beyond revenue to uplift people,
solve problems, and be a force for good.
2024 Community Impact of the Year Winner:
Podcast of the Year
Sponsored by EF3 Studios
For creators who educate, inspire, and
build audiences with powerful, consistent content.
2024 Podcast of the Year Winner:
Speaker of the Year
Sponsored by CRASH DESIGN.CO
For voices that change the room. A celebration of
education, impact, and stage presence.
2024 Speaker of the Year Winner:
Innovation of the Year
The Innovation of the Year award celebrates a small business that introduced something new to better serve their clients, improve results, or drive growth. Whether it was a bold decision, a creative solution, or a strategic risk that paid off, this award honors forward-thinking entrepreneurs who changed the game—and we want to hear your story.
NEW CATEGORY IN 2025
Small Business Owner of the Year
Sponsored by Enji
The big one. For leadership, innovation, and relentless pursuit of growth.
2024 Small Business Owner of the Year Winner:
The SBOC Awards are presented by:
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