Chamber awards

1st Annual

“EARS TO YOU!” CHAMBER AWARDS Tuesday, Oct ober 16, 2012

Nomination Rules: Nominations for “Ears to You!” awards are made by members of the Vulcan & District Chamber of Commerce. Members are encourage to nominate for the categories as many times as they want, but a separate entry form must be completed for each nomination. Members can nominate their own businesses if they so desire. All nominations are considered confidential. The seven (7) categories for nominations are as follows:

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BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Must be 51% Alberta owned and operated with significant operations in the immediate trading area and/or with major business activity within the Province of Alberta.

Must be a member in good standing with the Vulcan & District Chamber of Commerce.

Minimum three (3) years in business.

Displays superior customer service and active involvement in community service.

Demonstrates significant achievement in business (growth, sales, expansion).

EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR Individual in a hired position who performs beyond the “call of duty”.

Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment ot the business in the hired position.

Employed in the business for more than six (6) months.

Employed by a member in good standing of the Vulcan & District Chamber of Commerce.

NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR In existence no longer than thirty-six (36) months under current ownership.

Demonstrates significant achievement in business (growth, new product, sales, expansion).

Reflects the outstanding spirit and success of the municipality’s business community.

Does not have to be a member of the Chamber.

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MARKETER OF THE YEAR Developed and implemented a successful marketing strategy that has had significant impact on the organization.

Embarked on the strategy within the last two years.

Must be 51% Alberta owned and operated.

Must be a member in good standing with the Vulcan & District Chamber of Commerce.

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR An individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the Vulcan County area through volunteer service.

An individual who volunteers time with a local school, government entity, sports or cultural organization, any other non-profit organization or any combination thereof.

Demonstrates exceptional commitment, dedication, service, creativity, cooperation or leadership.

Serves as a role model for others in their community.

Inspires other to engage in volunteer service.

Exemplifies the spirit of community services.

Must not be paid for their activities.

EMPLOYER OF YOUTH AWARD Demonstrates outstanding achievement in hiring youth and providing them with career-oriented opportunities.

Support youth related involvement in the community.

Must be a member in good standing with the Vulcan & District Chamber of Commerce.

MANAGER OF THE YEAR Individual who performs in a management position and acts in a supervisory and guiding capacity to employees.

Demonstrates outstanding customer service and enthusiasm for their business.

Demonstrates outstanding leadership ability.

Active involvement in business or professional associations.

Active involvement in community service operations in the Vulcan County area.

ENTRY FORM Category Entered: _____________________________________________________________ Name of Business and/or Associate Business and/or individual: ____________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Briefly describe the reason for your entry: ________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Entry forms must be received no later than Tuesday, October 9th, 2012. Please include additional information if applicable. Please note: material(s) supplied for nomination will not be returned. Completed forms can be emailed to: main@yourthreadlink.com, faxed to 403-485-6836 or mailed to: Vulcan & District Chamber of Commerce, Box 385, Vulcan, AB T0L 2B0.