Nominations

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• Marketing Award of Distinction Recognizes a business/organization that developed and implemented a successful marketing initiative that has a demonstrable impact on business outcomes.

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• Mentorship Award of Distinction Recognizes a business/organization that exemplifies professionalism, and dedication to learning, and endorses a distinct strategy or program that promotes mentorship.

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• Global Growth Award of Distinction Recognizes a business/organization that demonstrates outstanding achievement in exporting products or services outside of Canada's borders.

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• Small Business Award of Distinction Recognizes the contributions that small business owners provide to Alberta's economy. Because the SME industry plays such a crucial role in Alberta's economy, we want to recognize the entrepreneurs who work hard in making their small businesses a success.

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• Young Entrepreneur Award of Distinction Recognizes young entrepreneurs who exemplify the qualities of effective leadership, innovatively applied know-how, and excellent potential for growth. Young Entrepreneurs find new and inventive ways to fix problems and show a great deal of social savviness. They are opportunity grabbers, passionate about innovation and progress.

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• Business Innovation Award of Distinction Recognizes a business/organization that has achieved outstanding results through original innovative strategies.

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• Female Entrepreneur Award of Distinction Recognizes a female entrepreneur for outstanding business achievements and meaningful contributions to the Alberta economy.

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• Health and Wellness Award of Distinction Recognizes a business/organization that demonstrates best practices when it comes to initiatives, programs, and benefits that enhance the physical and mental health and well-being of its employees and their families, both in and outside the workplace.

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• Indigenous Business Award of Distinction Recognizes a business/organization that is a major economic driver for First Nations, Metis or Inuit communities, by investing in, owning and/or managing subsidiary businesses to advance community interests.

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• Community Attraction Award of Distinction Recognizes a business/organization that has had a positive impact/influence on a community by making that community more attractive.

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• Newcomer Entrepreneur Award of Distinction Recognizes a newcomer who has overcome unique challenges to build a successful business/organization in Alberta and make meaningful contributions to the Alberta economy. This award honours the entrepreneurial successes and efforts of individuals who were born outside of Canada and now call Alberta home.

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• Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Award of Distinction Recognizes a business or organization with outstanding achievement in practice, events, applied research, policy, programs, or other activities that foster equitable, sustainable and measurable change, especially for those who traditionally have been under-represented (women, visible/racialized minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2S+). This award encourages businesses to embrace cultural differences and build relationships with diverse communities. By demonstrating these qualities, businesses can create a more inclusive workplace for all employees.

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