The Kelowna Chamber of Commerce is once again seeking nominations for its 2025 Business Excellence Awards, which celebrate the innovation, leadership, and impact of businesses and organizations across our region.
Tourism Kelowna is proud to once again sponsor the Excellence in Tourism award, which recognizes a business that has demonstrated exceptional performance in the tourism or hospitality sector and shows a commitment to excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable tourism practices. Nominees must consistently deliver high-quality products or services which enhance the visitor experience and contribute to the growth and reputation of tourism in the Central Okanagan and beyond.
In addition to the Excellence in Tourism category, nominations can be submitted in the following categories:
- Arts & Entertainment Excellence
- Business Leader of the Year
- Excellence in Agriculture
- Excellence in Business Ethics
- Excellence in Community Impact
- Excellence in Environmental Impact
- Excellence in Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
- Excellence in Tourism
- Indigenous Business of the Year
- Large Business of the Year
- Mid-size Business of the Year
- Not-for-Profit Excellence
- Rising Star Business of the Year
- Small Business of the Year
- Top Sales Professional of the Year (Inaugural)
- Technology Innovator of the Year
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Criteria required for each category can be found on the nomination site. Anyone can submit a nomination, including self-nominations from eligible businesses or individuals. All nominations must be submitted by September 12, 2025.
The awards will be handed out at a gala celebration on Thursday, October 30. Stay tuned to the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce website for more details.