The Chamber is proud to honor local businesses that have differentiated themselves through their exemplary commitment to their customers, employees and the community. The four categories are Large Business, Small Business, Community Impact, and the new Diverse Business of Distinction Award. Be sure to submit your nomination under the appropriate category below. Deadline to submit a nomination is March 15th. Honorees will be announced at the Annual Meeting to be held in May. Online registration will be available soon. (TACC Board Member businesses are exempt from nomination. Must be a Member for at least 1 year to qualify. )
Taunton Federal Credit Union Diverse Business of Distinction Award
The Chamber is proud to introduce this new award to recognize an exceptional diverse-owned business in our community.
The Chamber is proud to introduce this new award to recognize an exceptional diverse-owned business in our community.
Criteria:
- Nominee must be an active non-profit or business with a location in one of the TACC communities (Berkley, Dighton, Raynham, Taunton).
- Nominee must be a member in good standing with the Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce for at least 1 year. Check business directory to confirm or email Lisa if unsure about length of membership.
- A business that has previously received an award cannot be nominated again, in any category, for 5 years.
- Business must be at least 51% diverse-owned, this includes:
- Veteran
- LGBTQIA
- BIPOC
- Woman
- Job Growth/Creation
- Innovative products or services
- May include: Using local and/or diverse vendors for business; providing a product or service that is unique/beneficial to the community
- Exemplary Customer Service
- Encouraging and providing professional development to staff
- Giving back to the local community