2014
Celebrating the Excellence of America’s Small Business
The SCORE Awards is an annual event that celebrates the outstanding achievements of America’s small businesses. Equal parts ceremony, celebration and entertainment, the SCORE Awards is the preeminent distinction in honoring and supporting small business in the U.S. At this event, we recognize the people and companies that have demonstrated unique vision, innovation and achievement in support of
America’s economy and small business community. The awards ceremony will take place in August 2014. Net revenues from the event support The SCORE Foundation and its programs, a 501(c) 3 non-profit.
About SCORE and SCORE Foundation
SCORE “Mentors to America’s Small Business” – is a non-profit association dedicated to the formation, growth and success of small business nationwide. The SCORE Awards are hosted by the SCORE
Foundation, a 501 (c) 3 organization that helps to advance and accelerate the mission of SCORE. SCORE is headquartered in Herndon, VA and has 350+ chapters throughout the United State and its territories, with over 12,500 volunteers nationwide. Both working and retired executives and business owners donate time and expertise as business mentors to help aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners achieve their goals. SCORE is America’s premier source of free and confidential small business advice for entrepreneurs.
Nominate a Worthy Small Business!
We invite your nomination of individuals and small businesses that exemplify dedication to the highest standards for the 2014 SCORE Awards. Please complete this form to submit your nominations. Once completed you can print and fax it to us, submit it as an email attachment or simply click and send your nomination electronically.
Please note: All nominees must be available to attend the awards
Nominee Contact Information
Submitter Information
Nominee name: Title
Company
Street address Suite
City State Zip
Email Phone Fax
Company website
(You will be the primary contact during the entry and notification process) Your name:
Are you a SCORE volunteer? o Yes o No If yes, chapter name:
Your email Primary phone Company website
How long have you been working with the nominee?
SCORE Award Categories
Tell Us About Your Nominee
Please indicate the category(s) for which you are submitting your nominee: o Outstanding Minority-Owned Small Business
o Outstanding Small Business Launched by an Individual aged 50+ o Outstanding Veteran-Owned Small Business
o Outstanding Woman-Owned Small Business o Outstanding Non-Profit Organization o Outstanding Green Small Business o Outstanding Franchise Small Business o Outstanding Young Entrepreneur o Outstanding Innovative Small Business o Small Business with Outstanding Citizenship
Business Information
Annual Sales for 2012 Annual Sales for 2013
Number of full-time employees in 2012 Number of full-time employees in 2013
This information is requested to verify that the applicant qualifies as a small business; all information will remain confidential.
Describe the nominee’s overall business mission and provide a brief description of the core elements of the business:
Business Information
(continued)
What are some of the greatest challenges faced by the nominee, and how (if applicable) did the SCORE mentor(s) guidance or ideas help overcome the challenges?
What makes this business a national SCORE small business success story?
Supporting Documents/Media Uploads
Submit Your Nomination!
Please email [email protected] with any additional documents, awards, links or other items that support your nominee. Be sure your email includes your name and contact information, as well as the name of the nominee.
There are 3 easy ways to submit your nomination: Before submitting, we recommend you save this document to your computer in case it needs to be reprinted or re-submitted.
Electronically:
Simply click the “SUBMIT” button at the bottom of this page. You will receive a confirmation email within a few minutes.
Via Fax:
Print and fax pages 2-5 to 703-227-7145.
A cover page is strongly recommended to help make sure we have your contact information in the event there are problems with the fax.
Email:
Save this application PDF and attach it to an email sent to [email protected].
SCORE Awards Frequently Asked Questions
How can I nominate someone for a SCORE Award?
Simply fill out and submit this nomination form by January 31, 2014. You may fax, email or submit the form electronically.
Who is eligible to submit an application?
Nominations for the 2014 SCORE Awards may be submitted by any small business owner who has used SCORE services, any volunteer member of SCORE or any supporter of The SCORE Foundation. Self-nomination is encouraged.
Businesses must be operational for greater than 12 months to qualify for an award category and all businesses nominated must be currently operational for consideration.
What are the obligations of the nominee?
All nominees must be available to attend the awards ceremony in August 2014 in Washington, DC. SCORE will provide all winners and their SCORE mentor with two (2) Gala Tickets and one (1) night Hotel Accommodations. All remaining travel expenses are the responsibility of the individual.
Is there a cost to submit an entry?
There is no cost associated with submitting an entry.
What is the submission deadline?
All nominations must be submitted by January 31, 2014.
Can I submit an entry in multiple award categories?
Yes, please select the category (s) for entry.
What are the award categories for the 2014 SCORE Awards?
Outstanding Minority-Owned Small Business
Outstanding Small Business Launched by an Individual aged 50+ Outstanding Veteran-Owned Small Business
Outstanding Woman-Owned Small Business Outstanding Non-Profit Organization Outstanding Green Small Business Outstanding Franchise Small Business Outstanding Young Entrepreneur
Small Business with Outstanding Citizenship
The SCORE AWARDS Selection Process:
• The SCORE Foundation’s esteemed panel of judges will consider nominations received for each of the listed
categories and has the discretion to consider nominations of their own recommendation.
• Selections are made based upon the comparison of data submitted against the description of each award. • If, in the ruling of the review panel
judges, no candidates or nominees meet the eligibility requirements or standards for a select award, an award may not be given.
• Only one award per year will be awarded in each category.
• Nominations of candidates not selected for the current year may resubmit in a subsequent year for consideration. • Each final nominee selected in
