Jones County Chamber of Commerce
2026 Membership Awards
Help us recognize the businesses, organizations, and leaders whose work makes Jones County stronger.
Nomination Period
Open: Thursday, September 3, 2026
Deadline: Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Who can be nominated?
Nominees must be a current Chamber member, affiliate, or employed by a current Chamber member or affiliate. Recognition should reflect accomplishments and impact during the past year. Each award category must receive at least two eligible nominees to move forward.
Award Categories
Community Champion Award
An individual or organization showing exceptional philanthropy, volunteerism, and community engagement that creates a positive, lasting impact in Jones County.
Service of Excellence Award
Any eligible business—regardless of size or industry—that consistently provides exceptional customer service and demonstrates professionalism, innovation, and care for customers and the community.
Woman of Influence Award
A woman whose leadership, vision, integrity, mentorship, and workplace or community impact inspire others.
Small Business of the Year Award
An eligible business with 50 or fewer employees that demonstrates growth, customer care, resilience, excellence, and meaningful community involvement.
Leadership Award
A business or individual demonstrating vision, innovation, integrity, inspiration, organizational impact, and community leadership.
Celebrating our community
Meet Our 2025 Membership Awards Winners
Last year’s honorees represented the service, leadership, and community spirit that make Jones County exceptional. Who will we celebrate next?
How to nominate
- Choose the one award category that best fits the nominee.
- Share specific examples of the nominee’s impact during the past year.
- Upload up to three optional supporting photos or documents (10 MB per file).
Winners will be announced at the Chamber EDA Annual Meeting.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Lauren Rogers Museum of Art