Greater Fort Myers Chamber Awards – New Board & Winners

2026 Chamber Awards Nomination Application

Name of Award You are Applying for:

APEX Award

Community Impact Award

Entrepreneur of the Year Award

Large Business of the Year Award (50+ employees)

Nonprofit Excellence Award

Small Business of the Year Award (1-50 employees)

Volunteer of the Year Award

Young Professional of the Year Award (awarded to an individual ages 21-40 at the time of the awards event in July 2026)

Individual's Name (if applicable)

First Name

Last Name

Individual's Email

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Company Name

Number of Employees

Brief Description of the Business or Individual

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What are the Chamber Awards?

Small Business of the Year (1-50 employees): Recognizes a for-profit company with less than 50 employees for community leadership, exemplary business practices, innovation and creativity in business, and commitment to employee support and development. The company must be established locally for the last three years.
Large Business of the Year (50+ employees): Recognizes a for-profit company with more than 50 employees for community leadership, exemplary business practices, innovation and creativity in business, and commitment to employee support and development. The company must be established locally for the last three years.
Community Impact Award: Recognizes an individual who has made a significant impact within the community and profession throughout their career, either through leadership of their organization’s charitable efforts or through personal efforts.
Entrepreneur of the Year: Recognizes an individual who has made a mark in their field and led the way for other industry players to follow through demonstrated leadership within the profession and business community, significant business achievements and innovative products or services.
Nonprofit Excellence Award: Recognizes a 501(c)3 or 501(c)6 nonprofit organization that makes a positive impact within the community through unique, impactful programs and services that create change within the communities it serves.
Young Professional of the Year: Recognizes a young professional age 21-40 as of July 30, 2026 who has emerged as a business leader and demonstrates excellence, creativity and initiative in their career and community.
Volunteer of the Year: Honors an individual for their outstanding volunteer contributions.
APEX Award: Presented to a woman for exemplary achievements in business and community service. Organized by the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce’s Women In Business Committee, the APEX Awards recognize local women with outstanding reputations for professionalism, philanthropy, and leadership.

2026 Chamber Awards Date and Location Announcement Coming Soon

2025 Chamber Awards & Board Installation

July 17, 2025

Caloosa Sound Convention Center

July 17, 2025

Caloosa Sound Convention Center

The Chamber Awards & Board Installation is an annual event recognizing corporate and individual members for their outstanding contributions to the Chamber and the greater community. The evening’s program includes board installation, an awards ceremony, and more!

Attend the Chamber Awards

The 2025 Chamber Awards & Board Installation on Thursday, July 17 was a memorable evening, held at Caloosa Sound Convention Center in Downtown Fort Myers. This event brought together distinguished business leaders, and professionals across many industries, as well as city and county leadership, in a fun, unforgettable tribute to excellence!

2025 Chamber Board Installation · Awards Ceremony · Cash Bar Cocktail Hour · Gourmet Dinner · Cocktail Attire