10th Annual
Sunrise Pinnacle Awards A Community Celebration 2016 Nomination Application Due on or before Friday, April 8, 2016 Nominee
Nominator
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detailing why the nominee should be selected to win.
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references Please provide two references who are familiar with and can verify the scope and extent of the nominee’s volunteer service activities. These people may not be the nominator, nominee or a relative of the nominee. Please make these individuals aware that they may be contacted.
The award categories
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(for award descriptions, see reverse side)
Please check the category of your choice — check only one box. A nominee may be nominated in only one category. See the reverse side for assistance with choosing a category.
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Advocacy Award Ambassador of the Year Award Arts and Culture Award Board Member of the Year Award* Business of the Year Award Business Woman of the Year Award Community Builder Award Creative Excellence Award
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Customer Service Award Diversity Award Economic Development Award Educator of the Year Award Excellence in Dining Award Healthcare Professional of the Year Award Innovative Corporate Culture Award Leadership Greater Rochester Graduate Award
Nominations must be submitted by Friday, April 8, 2016. Return your completed nomination form and explanation to: Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce • 71 Walnut Ste. 110 • Rochester MI 48307 p: 248.651.6700 • f: 248.651.5270 • e:
[email protected] • www.rrc-mi.com
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Lifetime Achievement Award Nonprofit Achievement Award Outstanding Community Service Award Philanthropy Award Small Business of the Year Award Steady Growth and Profitability Award Young Professional of the Year Award
* contact the chamber for details
The Sunrise Pinnacle Awards will be held October 2016. To make a reservation to attend contact the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Designed by: Trent Creative
10th Annual
Sunrise Pinnacle Awards A Community Celebration award descriptions Advocacy Award Presented to an individual or company for support of, or for facilitating support of, a cause, innovation, policy or proposal that benefits the greater Rochester area.
Customer Service Award Presented to a chamber member or company that demonstrates excellence in customer relations and support of the Chamber. Award is presented to an individual or a company.
Ambassador of the Year Award Presented to a current Chamber Ambassador. Must have demonstrated an active commitment to sustaining and enhancing the mission of the chamber. Award is presented to an individual.
Diversity Award Recognizes a sustained commitment to diverse business practices and the development of minority and/ or women-owned companies. Company must be in business for at least three years.
Arts and Culture Award Those organizations or individuals that contribute to the growth and success of arts and cultural activities in the greater Rochester area. Can include arts programs and historical preservation programs.
Economic Development Award Presented to a company or organization that is substantially contributing or greatly contributes to the economic vitality of the area through creating jobs and opportunities, advancing a new industry or revitalizing a sector of the community. Award is presented to a company or organization.
Board Member of the Year Award Presented to a former board member of the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce in honor of their years of past service. Award is presented to an individual. Business of the Year Award Presented to the company with a major presence in the city (150+) employees, that has shown remarkable profitability, growth and stability, and which exemplifies excellent corporate citizenship in giving back to the communities in which it operates, and in a corporate culture that enhances the lives of its employees. Award is presented to a company. Business Woman of the Year Award Presented to a woman that must have a 51 percent or more ownership in a locally-owned and operated business. Must be a functioning business for at least three years. Award is presented to an individual. Community Builder Award Presented to a bricks-and-mortar project developed in the greater Rochester area that will enhance or is compatible with the Chamber’s key areas of interest. Projects must be substantially complete at the time of the award. Criteria include scope of project, innovation and contribution to building a more attractive community. Award is presented to a company. Creative Excellence Award Presented to an individual or company that has shown creative excellence in the art of marketing. Suggested areas of distinction include: brand identity, social media and direct marketing, collateral, publications, newspaper and electronic or web outreach.
Educator of the Year Award Presented to an educator in the greater Rochester area (K – post graduate) that has developed innovative programming showing measurable results in raising student subject enthusiasm and achievement. Excellence in Dining Award Presented to an individual restaurant (may be part of a chain) that is the “best of the best” in food and customer service. May be a fine dining or family friendly restaurant. Healthcare Professional of the Year Award Presented to an individual healthcare professional that has demonstrated excellence in the field. Innovative Corporate Culture Award Recognizes a company in the greater Rochester community that fosters an engaged and passionate workforce focused on areas such as professional development, leadership and volunteerism. Leadership Greater Rochester Graduate Award Honors a graduate of the RRCC Leadership program. Recipient shall have displayed consistent, active leadership and have a visible community influence. Lifetime Achievement Award Presented to an individual who has been successful in their business ventures, and who epitomizes the hopes and dreams of chamber business members, and who actively supports and encourages many of them. Award is presented to an individual.
Nonprofit Achievement Award Presented to a nonprofit or not-for-profit organization in operation for not less than five (5) years. Must have examples of contributions to the community. Must have programs available to local businesses. Award is presented to a company. Outstanding Community Service Award Presented to an individual or an organization that is dedicated to serving the greater Rochester community. Award is presented to an individual or an organization. Philanthropy Award Presented to a company with a major presence in the greater Rochester area, in recognition of their contributions to building community and enhancing the quality of life in the area. Criteria include innovation and impact, as well as time and resources contributed. Two awards may be made, one to a large business and one to a small or midsize business. Award(s) is presented to a company. Small Business of the Year Award Presented to a small business or emerging growth company (under 150) employees that have demonstrated a capacity for creativity and innovation, has experienced growth and established itself as a leader in its industry. Award is presented to a company. Steady Growth and Profitability Award Recognizes a company that exhibits steady growth and profitability for the last three years. Company can be a privately or publicly held corporation, proprietorship or partnership or small business (not a subsidiary or division.) Company has maintained and/or increased profitability during challenging economic conditions. Young Professional of the Year Award Presented to an individual under 40 years of age that shows an outstanding level of achievement, commitment and presence in the greater Rochester community.
