Celebrate Bismarck-Mandan
2026 Nominations Open Until July 15
We’re proud to recognize the outstanding businesses and organizations that are truly moving business forward in Bismarck-Mandan. Each nominee should represent the innovation, dedication, and community spirit that make our region thrive. Award recipients will be recognized at the 2026 Celebrate Bismarck-Mandan event on Thursday, September 24 at the Bismarck Event Center.
Golden Eagle Award
Qualifications:
- The Golden Eagle will be awarded to a Chamber EDC Member who has an active record of military support in the Bismarck-Mandan area.
- The purpose of the award is to recognize those in support of the military through involvement and business interaction.
- Cannot have won in the last 10 years.
- Please tell us how this business demonstrates support for the military.
Golden Eagle Award Nomination Form
2025 Recipient: Kraus-Anderson Construction Company
Small Business of the Year Award
Qualifications:
- Chamber EDC member
- Under 50 full-time employees (32 hours a week) in Bismarck-Mandan region
- Must be someone who has never won before.
- Please tell us how this company demonstrates
- Social responsibility/community service/civic engagement
- Growth in employees and opportunities
- Increase in sales and /or unit volume
Small Business of the Year Nomination Form
2025 Recipient: Copper Dog Cafe
Large Business of the Year Award
Qualifications:
- Chamber EDC Member
- 51 or more full-time employees (32 hours a week) in Bismarck-Mandan region
- Must be someone who has never won before
- Please tell us how this company demonstrates
- Social responsibility/community service/civic engagement
- Growth in employees and opportunities
- Increase in sales and /or unit volume
Large Business of the Year Award Nomination Form
2025 Recipient: Moore Engineering, Inc.
Women Owned Business of the Year Award
Qualifications:
- Chamber EDC Member
- Any individual who serves as a majority owner (51% or more)
- Must be someone who has never won before.
- Please tell us how this company demonstrates
- Social responsibility/community service/civic engagement
- Growth in employees and opportunities
- Increase in sales and /or unit volume
Women Owned Business of the Year Award Nomination Form
2025 Recipient: Lonna Brooks, Terrys Health Products
Unsung Hero Award
Qualifications:
- Business in which the employee works at must be a Chamber EDC member.
- This award is designed to give acknowledgement to an individual who often doesn’t receive external recognition for their dedication in providing excellent customer service. Example positions include: Retail Sales Associate, Server/Wait Staff, Cashier, Shelf Stocker, Barista, etc.
- Nominee must hold a non-owner or non-executive position in the business for which they are nominated
- Qualified individuals consistently show warmth of welcome, go above and beyond to help colleagues or customers, and exemplifies high customer service within their industry.
Unsung Hero Award Nomination Form
2025 Recipient: Jessie Hilfer, Weigel & Buehler-Larson Funeral Homes
Granite Award
Qualifications:
- Must be a Chamber EDC member for the last 5 years or the last 5 years in business life.
- 50 years in business in Bismarck-Mandan (business may have changed ownership or name).
- Must be someone who has never won before.
- Must be involved in community activities
2025 Recipient: Missouri Slope
Community Bridge Award
Qualifications:
- Must be a Chamber EDC Member with non-profit status
- Must have been operating in the Bismarck-Mandan area for at least 2 years
- Must be someone who has never won this award before
- Organizations of all sizes may apply
- Please tell us how this nonprofit demonstrates
- Mission impact and effectiveness in serving as a bridge to meet critical needs in the Bismarck-Mandan community
- Innovation in bridging gaps when addressing community needs or challenge
- Building bridges through volunteer engagement and fostering community involvement
- Creating sustainable pathways through responsible funding strategies and financial stewardship
- Connecting across sectors through collaboration with other organizations or businesses in the community
Community Bridge Award Nomination Form
2025 Recipient: Dream Center Bismarck