AWARDING EXCELLENCE IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP |
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Business leaders from across Clearwater joined AMPLIFY Clearwater as they hosted “Stars Among Us – Awarding Excellence in Entrepreneurship” at Ruth Eckerd Hall on Friday, November 4, 2022. This event was designed to celebrate the positive contributions by individuals and businesses across the community. “We have so many shining stars here in Clearwater. These individuals and businesses work tirelessly to create a better place to live, work and play and we were grateful to gather and celebrate them” states President & CEO of AMPLIFY, Amanda Payne.
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BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD |
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For the Business Excellence Award, we recognize three companies that are stand-out organizations. Specifically, these businesses have a reputation for integrity and a high level of customer service in the community. The business, its owners, and/or its employee(s) participate and/or support community and industry-related activities.
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BUSINESS RESILIENCY AWARD |
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Nominees in the Business Resiliency Award category are businesses that have responded to the pandemic with positivity and an exceptional level of leadership. They have found innovative ways to sustain and grow their business during the pandemic, and have supported their staff throughout the shutdown. These organizations have also demonstrated a positive social conscience by utilizing their resources to improve their community.
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CHAMPION OF BUSINESS AWARD |
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Sponsored by Morton Plant Hospital, the Champion of Bussiness award was created to honor an individual or organization who has shown great dedication to our community, to our businesses and to AMPLIFY Clearwater.
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This recognition pays tribute to an individual or organization that makes a big difference in the lives of others. They are committed to corporate social responsibility and dedicated to making the Tampa Bay Region a better place to live, work, and play.
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Creating a positive company culture is a universal necessity in all sizes of business. The recipient for this award is intentional in the development and wellbeing of its employees.
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Sponsored by Bob Heilman's Beachcomber, the Environmental Steward Award recognizes organizations that have demonstrated exceptional contributions, commitment, and actions to make a positive impact on the local environmental landscape. They are a role model for business in environmental sustainability best practices, and have helped to build environmental awareness and promote environmental stewardship within the Tri-Cities.
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The Founder Award recognizes someone who started small but thought big. This top-tier recognition pays tribute to an entrepreneur who has reached the pinnacle of prosperity.
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This award was created to recognize a new generation of leaders who are providing innovative solutions to social and business challenges, and improving the quality of life in our community. This award symbolizes the aspiration to transcendent leadership to be pursued by each new generation and to build a better world by creating tangible and practical solutions to some of the most significant challenges faced by our communities.
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This prestigious award is given to an industry leader whose exceptional commitment has significantly enhanced and perpetuated the tourism industry in Clearwater.
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The Launch Award will honor a business that began no more than two years ago. Its innovative approach ensures that it’s well on its way.
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MINORITY-OWNED BUSINESS AWARD |
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This award recognizes a minority-owned business and/or woman-owned organization that exhibits excellence, best business practices and has had a significant impact on our community. This year, Duke Energy sponsored memberships in AMPLIFY Clearwater to 10 small, diverse businesses based in the Tampa Bay region providing them with unique access to community resources, networking and business events, educational assets, and other valuable tools. This membership opportunity aligns with the Chamber’s vision for promoting diversity through leadership programs with an intentional focus on diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our small business ecosystem. We appreciate Duke Energy’s partnership in our vision.
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NONPROFIT EXCELLENCE AWARD |
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The recipient for the Nonprofit Excellence Award has demonstrated excellence in non-profit business management practices and resource development and achieved growth in the number of programs, networks, partnerships, collaborations and services that demonstrate community impact and experienced steady growth in clients served.
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THE CAROL HAGUE ACHIEVEHERS
WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD
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Sponsored by Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties, The Carol Hague Woman of the Year Award recognizes an individual who was distinguished herself in our organization, her profession, and her company. The recipient epitomizes the values for which AchieveHERs and AMPLIFY Clearwater stands and represents the best of who we are as women and as leaders.
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THE DON EWING EMERGING ENTREPRENEUR AWARD |
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Sponsored by MacFarlane, Ferguson & McMullen, The Don Ewing Emerging Entrepreneur Award selects a young professional who is shaking up the small business space. This award was named in the honor of Don Ewing who dedicated his life to being a servant leader in our community.
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TASTE FEST PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD |
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In September, AMPLIFY Clearwater held their Annual Taste Fest event at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, showcasing the delectable cuisine of Clearwater. This event hosted nearly 30 restaurants participate and attracted almost 350 attendees. Guests were encouraged to vote for their favorite based on their food, décor and overall presentation.
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THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS |
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