Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm CDT, Monday, September 18, 2017. Entries received after that time will not be entered in the competition.

Overview

The competition is about celebrating and showcasing enterprising chambers. It is designed to encourage innovation by recognizing programs, events, and ideas that challenge the status quo. This year’s Grand Prize is $1500 and is not dependent on Chamber size. There will be an additional 3 - $500 prizes awarded to the winner of each of the following categories: Small Chamber (400 members or less), Medium Chamber (401 - 999 members), Large Chamber (1,000 or more members).

Process

Chambers should enter the competition by submitting their most innovative programs, events, or ideas which will be judged on Creativity, Community Impact, Value to Chamber, Value to Members, and Replicability by September 18, 2017. Winners will be announced on October 2, 2017.

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