Nomination for the Fremont Business Gala

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Nominator Information
Person submitting the form

Nominee Information
Business/individual/organization being nominated

Award Category
Category for nominee

Fremont Business Awards

Small Business of the Year — Outstanding growth, service, leadership, and community impact. Eligibility: A Fremont-based, independently operated business with ten (10) or fewer employees at time of nomination. This is consistent with how businesses are categorized when they sign up for Chamber membership.

Best New Business — Fremont business established in 2025 or 2026 demonstrating a strong start and positive local impact.

Tech & Biotech Company of the Year — Technology, life sciences, biotech, and related companies of any size.

Manufacturer of the Year — Excellence in manufacturing, growth, innovation, or investment.

Automotive & Mobility Company of the Year — Automotive, EV, transportation, auto repair and related businesses.

Healthcare Organization of the Year — Hospitals, clinics, medical practices, healthcare companies, and related organizations.

Financial Institution of the Year — Banks, credit unions, and other qualifying financial institutions.

Real Estate & Development Company of the Year — Brokerages, developers, commercial real estate firms, and related companies.

Hospitality Business of the Year — Hotels and other qualifying hospitality businesses.

Health, Wellness & Senior Services Business of the Year — Fitness, wellness, senior care, and related service providers.

Nonprofit of the Year — Fremont nonprofit demonstrating meaningful community impact.

Community Choice Award — Open across industries and determined 100% by verified public vote.

Environmental & Sustainability Company of the Year — Waste management, recycling, environmental services, sustainability, and related businesses.


Fremont Chamber Honors

Ambassador of the Year — Exceptional service and engagement within the Fremont Chamber Ambassador program.

Executive Committee Award — Special Chamber recognition selected internally.

Nomination Criteria
Examples, reasons, for nomination

Describe how the business/organization demonstrates success, innovation, high-quality products/services, or positive economic impact in the local area.

Summarize why this nominee should be awarded.