BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR
Purpose: Recognizes an individual who demonstrates outstanding leadership, business success, and community involvement.
Criteria:
Community Engagement (27 Points)
- Personally involved in community initiatives, boards, or service
- Demonstrates commitment to improving McKenzie
Impact (27 Points)
- Demonstrates measurable business success
- Contributes to local economic growth (jobs, expansion, investment)
Leadership (13 Points)
- Provides clear vision and direction
- Inspires employees and community
Workforce Development (13 Points)
- Supports employee growth, retention, and workplace culture
- Invests in people
Innovation (10 Points)
- Implements new ideas, strategies, or improvements
- Adapts to challenges and drives progress
Chamber Membership Bonus (10 Points)
- Nominee is a current McKenzie Chamber member
SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR (1–49 EMPLOYES)
Purpose:
Recognizes a small business that demonstrates excellence in growth, community involvement, and workforce support.
Criteria:
Community Engagement (27 Points)
- Active participation in community initiatives
- Supports local events, partnerships, or causes
Impact (27 Points)
- Demonstrates business growth and local economic contribution
- Creates jobs or expands services/products
Leadership (13 Points)
- Strong ownership/management leadership
- Clear direction and business strategy
Workforce Development (13 Points)
- Invests in employee training, retention, and culture
Innovation (10 Points)
- Adapts creatively to challenges
- Introduces new ideas, services, or efficiencies
Chamber Membership Bonus (10 Points)
- Business is a current Chamber member
LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR (50+ EMPLOYEES)
Purpose:
Recognizes a large employer that demonstrates leadership in economic impact, workforce development, and community engagement.
Criteria:
Community Engagement (27 Points)
- Significant involvement in community initiatives
- Corporate giving, volunteerism, or partnerships
Impact (27 Points)
- Major contributor to local/regional economy
- Demonstrates job creation, capital investment, or expansion
Leadership (13 Points)
- Strong executive leadership and long-term vision
- Organizational stability and growth
Workforce Development (13 Points)
- Robust workforce programs (training, education partnerships, career pathways)
Innovation (10 Points)
- Implements new technologies, systems, or operational improvements
Chamber Membership Bonus (10 Points)
- Business is a current Chamber member
NONPROFIT OF THE YEAR
Purpose:
Recognizes a nonprofit organization for outstanding service, leadership, and measurable impact on the community.
Criteria:
Community Engagement (27 Points)
- Actively serves and engages the McKenzie community
- Demonstrates strong outreach and involvement
Impact (27 Points)
- Provides measurable outcomes and results
- Demonstrates meaningful change in the community
Leadership (18 Points)
- Strong leadership from the board and staff
- Clear mission, vision, and strategic direction
Innovation (18 Points)
- Develops creative programs or solutions
- Adapts to meet evolving community needs
Chamber Membership Bonus (10 Points)
- Organization is a current Chamber member