January 13, 2010 We all know or do business with people who deserve recognition for the exceptional work they do in the business community. You can pay tribute to these corporate leaders by nominating their company for the Small Business Council’s Excellence in Business Award. The Excellence in Business Award recognizes businesses that have demonstrated outstanding performance, growth, staying power, innovation and have proven leadership in the community. For a business to be considered, the business must be for-profit and non-publicly traded. Please take the time to help us identify that outstanding business in the region by completing and returning the enclosed nomination form. The form contains the criteria and instructions. There is no limit on the number of nominations you may submit. NOMINATION FORMS MUST BE RETURNED BY TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2010. Judges will evaluate all nominees based on business achievements. Winners will receive their awards at the Excellence in Business Awards Luncheon. The luncheon will be held at the Sheraton Suites Akron/Cuyahoga Falls on Friday, June 11, 2010, beginning at 11:15 a.m. Mark your calendar and plan to help us honor the winners! Sincerely, Daniel C. Colantone, CCE David J. Gaino Mark Allio President & CEO Chairman Chairman & CEO Greater Akron Chamber Apple Growth Partners CF Bank Encl: Nomination form The mission of the Greater Akron Chamber is to drive economic development and prosperity for the people of the Greater Akron Region. 1 Cascade Plaza, 17th Floor • Akron, Ohio 44308-1192 • 330.376.5550 • fax: 330.379.3164 • 800.621.8001 • www.greaterakronchamber.org Serving Medina, Portage & Summit Counties Sponsors