Business of the Month

The Perry Area Chamber of Commerce would like to recognize the accomplishments, hard work, and leadership of our local businesses. The Business of the Month is designated to a member business that demonstrates the following attributes:

1. Business Image: The business must project a positive image from the standpoint of its physical appearance and work ethic.
2. Advocacy: The person should act as an advocate of his/her trade by participating in professional organizations associated with that type of business.
3. Ambassador: The individual should be willing to serve as a representative of local small business owners during the year in which their award is received.
4. Staying Power: The business must have been established and operated continuously for at least 2 years and must have been a member of the Perry Area Chamber of Commerce for at least 1 year.
5. Innovation of Product or Services Offered: Evidence of creativity and imagination in providing management of business.
6. Nominee’s Contribution to the Community: Nominee must have donated resources such as time, talent, and/or money to the community via project, clubs, and volunteering for the Chamber.
7. Personal Characteristics: Nominee should reflect favorably as a “model” representation of the small business community; present a good appearance; be able to communicate business and Chamber ideals to groups of people; possess integrity, etc.

Winners are recognized monthly with a business visit and award presentation, in the E-weekly newsletter, chamber social media, and Houston Home Journal. The monthly award winners are then in the running for Business of the Year Award that is presented at the Annual Meeting and Ollie Awards.

Nomination Process

• Self Nominations are encouraged
• Chamber staff will check eligibility for each recipient
• Eligible nominees will be presented to the chamber’s Diplomat Committee for a vote to determine the monthly winners