Nominate a deserving woman- or minority-owned business for the Top 100 MBE Awards program. Self nominations are encouraged. The nomination deadline is August 12.

The Top 100 MBE awards were created to recognize those enterprising women and minority entrepreneurs that fuel this nation’s economy through their innovation, sacrifices, and dedication. These business owners are living their dreams and making significant contributions to their clients, professions, industries and communities.

Criteria

To be eligible for the Region’s Top 100 Minority Business Enterprises Award, nominees must meet the following criteria:

• Be minority or women business owners.
• Must have been in operation for at least three years.
• Be in good standing with state and federal government.
• Must be located in Maryland, District of Columbia or Virginia and have conducted business in Maryland.
• 2008 Top 100 MBE winners can not apply this year.

Nominees will be judged based on business success and contributions; professional affiliations, achievements and awards; community service; and customer relationships. To nominate an entrepreneur, click here and complete the form no later than Wednesday, August 12.

If you have any questions, please call (410) 489-7098 or click here.

The Awards Ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, November 15, 2009 at UMUC’s Marriott Inn and Conference Center.