2025 Business Award Nominations Open!

Help us recognize outstanding members who make a difference in our community! Nomination forms are now available for Northbrook Business of the Year, Corporate Citizen of the Year, Emerging Business of the Year, Franchise of the Year, and Chamber Volunteer of the Year. Winners will be announced in February 2025 and honored at the Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration in March.

Last year, the Chamber received a record number of nominations reflecting the remarkable depth of talent, innovation, and community commitment in our membership. Your input helps us identify deserving businesses and individuals from a variety of industries.

All honorees must be members in good standing of the Northbrook Chamber. Awards are presented based on the following criteria for each category:

Northbrook Business of the Year - A company located in Northbrook that has created a competitive edge to fuel their success, experienced considerable growth, and demonstrated exceptional customer service. In operation for more than 3 years.

Previous Winners: Noggin Builders (2024), Newmedical Technology, Inc. (2023), Grill House (2022), FGK Services, Inc. (2021), Unique Upholstery, Carpet & Rug Cleaning Inc. (2020), Reds Garden Center (2019), la de da! (2018), Bell Flavors & Fragrances (2017), AmpliVox Sound Systems (2016), Countryside Montessori School (2015), Lewis Floor & Home (2014), North Suburban YMCA (2013), Marcello’s (2012), Duxler Complete Auto Care (2011), Korman/Lederer & Associates (2010), Cal-Sun Construction (2009), Bernhard Woodwork (2008), Elegance in Meats (2007)

Corporate Citizen of the Year -A company that promotes a spirit of giving and community involvement, with management and employees involved with local charities and service organizations.

Previous Winners: Two Men and a Truck (2024), Shellé Jewelers (2023), Saf-T-Gard International (2022), Glenbrook Hospital/NorthShore University HealthSystems (2021), AA Service Company (2020), Waterway Carwash (2019), Hilton Chicago/Northbrook (2018), A.W. Zengeler Cleaners (2017), First Bank of Highland Park (2016), Northbrook Court (2015), UPS (2014), Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel (2013), Highland Baking (2012), Potash Corp. (2011), Allstate (2010), Underwriters Laboratories (2009), Northbrook Bank & Trust (2008), Sunset Foods (2007)

Emerging Business of the Year - An entrepreneurial enterprise that has built a successful record of growth in five years or less of existence.

Previous Winners: Parkway Presents (2024), Engage Wealth Group (2023)

Franchise of the Year - A franchisee whose local business demonstrates excellence in growth, customer service, and community commitment.

Previous Winners: Culver’s of Northbrook (2024), Nothing Bundt Cakes (2023)

Chamber Volunteer of the Year - An individual who has shown support for the organization by assisting with Chamber events and programs, recruiting new members, and/or supporting new members. Must be a Chamber member for at least two years.

Previous Winners: Steve Amberg (2024), Howard Wallach (2023), Gail Eisenberg (2022), PJ Weiland (2021), Matt Settler (2020), Robyn Kole (2019), Brad Baskin (2018), Paul Kaufmann (2017), Sal Manso (2016), Bob Caldwell (2015), Lise Schleicher (2014), Trudy Welker (2013), Dan Gelfond (2012), Jill Narens (2011), Andy Vass (2010), Jeanine Buck (2009), Sheldon Lev (2008), Steven Elisco (2007)

Nomination forms will be accepted until November 20 and will be reviewed by an awards committee appointed by the Board of Directors.  For more information, contact  Kathi Quinn, Executive Director, at kathi@northbrookchamber.org.