Madison County Chamber of Commerce
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Madison County Chamber of Commerce announces the 2025 Best of Madison Awards Banquet & Made in Madison Auction. You’re invited to nominate, vote and celebrate our outstanding local businesses and leaders.
The Madison County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce its annual celebration of excellence: The 2025 Best of Madison Awards Banquet and Made in Madison Auction, taking place Saturday, October 25, at 701 BC Venue & Brewery, located at 701 SW Range Ave., in Madison, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
This signature event honors the individuals, businesses and organizations that exemplify the spirit of Madison County through integrity, innovation and commitment to the community.
Each year, Chamber members and local leaders are recognized for their excellence in business practices, customer service and civic impact. Awards are presented in the following categories:
• Small Business of the Year
• Large Business of the Year
• Young Professional of the Year
• Best Business in Customer Service
• Best Individual in Customer Service
• New Business of the Year
• Citizen of the Year
• Non-Profit of the Year
These awards are unique because nominees and winners are selected by you, the Madison County community. Nominate your favorites and help us recognize the outstanding individuals and organizations that make Madison such a special place to live, work and thrive.
• Nominations Open: Friday, August 1, submit your nominations online at https://madisonfl.org/best-of-madison-awards/.
• Nomination Deadline: Friday, August 22.
• Qualifying Nominees Announced: Tuesday, September 2.
• Preliminary Voting to Determine Top 10: Open until Tuesday, September 23, at 5:00 p.m.
• Top 10 Finalists Announced: Friday, September 26
• Final Voting to Select Winners: Friday, September 26, through Friday, Oct. 10. (Deadline 5:00 p.m.)
Winners will be revealed at the Awards Ceremony on Saturday, October 25.
Award Criteria Overview
Small Business of the Year
• Chamber Member (for more than a year)
• 25 or fewer employees
• Exemplary customer service, community impact, job creation and growth
Large Business of the Year
• Chamber Member (for more than a year)
• 26 and more employees
• Strong community engagement, customer service and regional economic support
Young Professional of the Year
• Under 35 and employed by or owner of Chamber Member business
• Demonstrates leadership, civic involvement and professional achievement
Best Business in Customer Service
• Chamber Member (for more than a year)
• Demonstrates excellence in customer care and consistent service
Best Individual in Customer Service
• Chamber Member employee/owner (for more than a year)
• Outstanding personal dedication to client and community service
New Business of the Year
• Chamber Member
• Recently established with notable community and customer impact
Citizen of the Year
• Madison County resident
• Recognized for volunteerism, leadership and public service (No Chamber membership required)
Non-Profit of the Year
• Chamber Member (for more than a year) and certified 501(c)3
• Actively improves community well-being through faith-based or service initiatives
Join us in honoring those who make Madison County exceptional. Help us celebrate excellence. Nominate, vote, then come and enjoy a night out for the 2025 Best of Madison Awards Banquet.
For more information, visit www.madisonfl.org or call the Madison County Chamber of Commerce office at (850) 973-2788.