Chamber asking for best business nominations

The Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the annual Business of the Year Awards. Nominations are accepted through the online nomination form at eastdallaschamber.com. A follow up questionnaire will be sent to each nominee for detailed information. Chamber membership is not a requirement. The deadline for nominations is Friday, Oct. 4.

The winners will be announced on October 16 and awards will be presented at a luncheon on November 19 at the Lakewood Country Club. Nominees will be considered for the following categories: BUSINESS OF THE YEAR — This award is given to recognize the outstanding East Dallas business of the year. ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR — This award is presented for Entrepreneurial Achievements and noted individual successes during the past year. CHAIRMAN’S AWARD — This award is presented for outstanding community and Chamber support by a company and/or an individual associated with the company who has made an outstanding contribution to the community and to the Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce. LIVE LOCAL AWARD — This award is given to recognize a small business/small business owner in East Dallas, who is a community leader who supports and gives back to the community. R.S. MUNGER BUSINESS PIONEER AWARD — Criteria for Consideration: Was solely (or at least primarily) responsible for the development of an innovative technology, creative/artistic concept or process, or business method, model or concept; Significant East Dallas connection (lives, works here — currently or for a large part of life). For further information, call 214-649-1773. — Deborah Brown