DCEDC Seeks Nominations for New Lifetime Achievement Award

The Door County Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC) Board of Directors announces a new Lifetime Achievement Award to salute members of the Door County community who have made a significant impact economically, via business development and operation, civic engagement and community development. This new award is in addition to the annual Door County Industry of the Year and Door County Entrepreneur of the Year awards. These awards celebrate businesses that create a thriving business climate in Door County. The award winners will be announced at the Annual Meeting of the Door County Economic Development Corporation this spring; the date will soon be announced.

Nominations are now being accepted for these three awards; deadline to submit nominations is Feb. 26. The Entrepreneur of the Year Award celebrates those individuals who have taken the initiative to start and grow a successful small business in Door County. The Industry of the Year award recognizes a construction, service or manufacturing business that has made a substantial impact on the community, and has enjoyed significant accomplishments during the past year. The Door County Lifetime Achievement Award is for individuals who have spent more than 20 years of their career or life building, operating and/or owning business(es) in Door County that have had a uniquely positive and lasting impact on the Door County economy and business landscape, and who actively participate in civic and community development.

Any Door County resident or business can nominate a business, entrepreneur or lifetime achiever by filling out a nomination form or by contacting DCEDC. Self-nominations are encouraged. For a nomination form, email [email protected].