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The Business of the Year award honours an outstanding business in our community that exemplifies leadership, creativity, innovation, performance, and benevolence. The winner of this award is someone who represents all that is good and forward-thinking about our local business community. The finalists in this category have been operating a business in Carleton Place and District for at least five years, have demonstrated excellence in business operations in a number of areas such as production, marketing, sales, quality control, customer service, human resources, and financial management. They are clearly viewed by peers as leaders in business excellence and have demonstrated the best aspects of an entrepreneurial spirit.

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This award honours a local business that has been a leader in finding ways of doing business while also doing good for our community. They see community investment as a core part of their values and demonstrates community-mindedness. The finalists in this category are collaborative, inclusive and find creative ways to become involved in community events, activities and projects.

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Honours an individual or company that has demonstrated extraordinary and significant entrepreneurial success in growing a business. These entrepreneurs have created a company that has grown, and in turn, created jobs that boost the economy and inspire others with their vision, leadership, and achievement. The finalists in the category have been operating within the community for at least one year but less than five years. They are profitable and have demonstrated growth, innovation, and leadership in their industry sector.

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Honours an individual business owner who is a community leader and who has been successful in their own business, has helped other companies succeed, and has taken a very active part in contributing to the Carleton Place & District community. The finalists in this category are solo operators that is seen as a leader in the community, a leader in their field and a leader in business and operate with no staff.

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This award recognizes an individual or team nominated by their peers who clearly demonstrates loyalty, exceptional performance and overall contribution to their organization. The individual or team has provided a significant impact to their company through high-quality work, outstanding performance and is a well-respected role model to others.

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