Requirements
Awarded to an individual who, in the past year:
• Ran their own business, independently, and had no paid employees*
• Had full and exclusive control over their business decisions and direction, relying on their own skills, expertise, and resources to succeed.
• Embodied an entrepreneurial spirit, and demonstrated vision, innovation, resilience, and leadership.
• Achieved measurable success as a business.
• Practiced good corporate citizenship, established a culture of inclusivity, and/or promoted community betterment.
*Refers to permanent employees. Hiring outside contractors or freelancers to outsource specific tasks or projects doesn't count as paid employees.