How it Works
The 2012 Small Business Influencer Awards have 3 phases: (1) Nominating; (2) Community Voting; (3) Judging and Awards Ceremony.
1 Nominating
May 1, 2012 - July 15, 2012
How do I nominate?
Click the yellow NOMINATE button on the navigation bar. Fill out the form. Be sure to click submit at the end. PLEASE NOTE: The nominations form will not be activated until May 1, 2012. Please mark your calendar and check back then!
Who is eligible to be nominated?
A person, company or organization in North America that has accomplished or produced something that positively impacts a group of small businesses. More in the Rules…
Why didn't my nomination show up right away?
All nominations are subject to review for eligibility. Nominations also may be adjusted for proper categories, typos, and other editorial reasons. We will strive to review all nominations as quickly as possible, within 48 hours.
2 Community Voting
July 16, 2012 - August 5, 2012
How will voting be conducted?
When the voting period comes up, voting buttons will appear on the site. You can vote once per nominee per IP address per day. Vote for as many nominees as you wish.
What's the purpose of voting?
The purpose of voting is to show your support. The small business market doesn't always get the same recognition as other markets. Voting gives the community a chance to give a big thumbs up to the people and entities that support them.
3 Judging and Awards
Small Business Influencers 100 Champions announced in mid-August
Awards Gala: Fall 2012 in New York City - exact date TBD
What do winners get?
The winners get much-deserved recognition for their contributions to the small business market. Recognition will be online and also at a Gala Awards event in New York City, where champions will receive a commemorative Glass Award and press opportunities.
Who are the Judges?
The judges are people who live, breathe, eat and sleep things small-business, with a variety of backgrounds. More about Judges…
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