2025 "Rising Star Business"

Rising Star Business award nominees demonstrate innovation in product, service, presentation and/or delivery.  The principal owner or management demonstrates participation in ongoing professional development, leadership, and participation in activities or events representing his or her profession on a local, regional or national level.  Displays honorable and ethical operations.  Demonstrates pride in service, operation and facility.  Has made an impact on the local business community.

The general public is invited to nominate a Putnam County business that has been operating for 5 years or less and was a member of the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce at the end of 12/31/2025 and is currently in operation.  Rising Star award recipient will be honored at the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Membership Appreciation Dinner in May 2026.

Award nominations due March 15, 2026.