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The Northwest ISBDC (Indiana Small Business Development Center) team says it has launched the 2023 E-Day nomination process to honor entrepreneurs and advocates who are leaving an impactful imprint on the Region. For more than 30 years, the Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards have spotlighted the individuals and businesses that are behind Northwest Indiana’s vibrant entrepreneurial community, the news release said. You can hear more about the awards from NW-ISBDC Regional Director Lorri Feldt at Region Newsmakers at News Audio on Demand here at our website.
“Every year, our E-Day committee is amazed at the strong showing of nominations that represent a range of industries,” said Feldt. “We are truly fortunate to have an extensive array of unique businesses – along with their inspiring stories – that reflect our communities here in Northwest Indiana.” Nomination packets are being accepted through Wednesday, August 30, 2023, and are available by visiting www.edayleaders.com or by calling the Northwest ISBDC office at (219) 644-3513.
Award categories include: small business person of the year, entrepreneurial success, small business exporter, young entrepreneur, minority-owned small business person, family-owned business, emerging small business, small business advocate and advocate for youth entrepreneurship.
Entrepreneurs with a three-year track record and great growth potential in the seven-county Northwest Indiana Small Business Development Center area of Lake, Porter, LaPorte, Jasper, Starke, Pulaski and Newton counties are eligible. The nomination process is open to the public.
Awards are ready to be handed out during the 2022 Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards luncheon. (Photo provided by Northwest ISBDC)
Winners will be recognized on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at the Avalon Manor in Merrillville. E-Day tickets are available at www.edayleaders.com/event . Sponsorship opportunities are also available at www.edayleaders.com/sponsorships . “We are continually proud to be the host of an event that not only uplifts our entrepreneurs, but also serves as an avenue to highlight our thriving business community,” Feldt said.
Serving seven counties in the region, the Northwest ISBDC offers no-cost assistance for entrepreneurs starting or expanding their businesses. Through one-on-one consulting, the NW-ISBDC helps guide small businesses toward their goals by offering referrals, workshops, training opportunities and other essential business tools. It is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Small Business Administration, the State of Indiana and other local partners. For more information, visit www.isbdc.org .
