2026 Salute to Small Business Awards

🎉 2026 Salute to Small Business Awards & Bruncheon 🎉

Celebrating the businesses, entrepreneurs, and community champions who make Van Wert County thrive!

For more than 20 years, the Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce has proudly recognized the hardworking businesses, dedicated leaders, and entrepreneurial spirits that strengthen our local economy and make our community a wonderful place to live, work, and grow.

Join us for the 2026 Salute to Small Business Awards & Bruncheon as we come together to celebrate the passion, perseverance, innovation, and community commitment that define Van Wert County's business community.

🏆 Help Us Recognize Excellence!

From emerging entrepreneurs and established businesses to outstanding nonprofits and community champions, these awards honor those who go above and beyond to make a lasting difference.

2026 Award Categories Include:

• Small Business of the Year

• Emerging Business of the Year

• Women in Business

• Charitable Non-Profit

• Downtown Champion

• Palate Pleaser

• The Woo Award

• Community Youth Champion

• Community Collaborator

📅 Friday, November 20, 2026

✨ Your voice matters! Help us celebrate the businesses and organizations making an impact by voting for your favorites!

👏 Special thanks to our Premier Event Sponsors:
Shultz Huber & Associates, Panthera Grid Partners, Citizens National Bank, and QTS.

We look forward to celebrating the people and businesses that make Van Wert County extraordinary!

Small businesses are the heart of our community. Let's celebrate them! ❤️