Over the past 20 years, the Business Excellence Awards have honored the outstanding businesses that contribute to the immense growth and innovation happening in Dutchess County. We realize that the more that local companies come together, the better it is for all industries- as it results in a thriving business community.
Nominations for this year’s 20th Anniversary Awards are now open!
We encourage you to nominate the businesses you feel are creating a lasting impact on the Dutchess County economy. Entering the awards is a great way to raise your company’s profile and credibility and often leads to new business opportunity and growth potential. Just ask these past winners.
2017
- More Good- Business of the Year
- Brewmation- Innovator of the Year
- The Poughkeepsie Underwear Factory/Hudson River Housing- Nonprofit of the Year
- Innovation Challenge Winner– Facticiti
- Innovation Challenge Winner– Screamin’ Onionz
2016
- Barton Orchards- Agricultural Business of the Year
- Taylor Manufacturing- Manufacturer of the Year
- Hudson Valley House of Hope- Nonprofit of the Year
- Hudson Cadillac, Buick, GMC- Small Business of the Year
- Indoor Organic Gardens Poughkeepsie, Brud Hodgkins- Entrepreneur of the Year
- Hudson Valley Tech Meetup- Innovator of the Year
2015
- Dennis Murray, Marist College- Special Service Award
- The Bardavon- Non Profit of the Year
- NERAK Systems- Manufacturer of the Year
- Sabellicos Greenhouse- Agricultural Business of the Year
- Gus Serroukas- Entrepreneur of the Year
- Tinkleman Architecture- Small Business of the Year
2014
- Anderson Center for Autism- Business of the Year
- The Baptist Home at Brookmeade- Nonprofit of the Year
- Northside Supplies- Innovator of the Year
- Solid State Cooling- Manufacturer of the Year
- Rockhedge Herb Farm- Agricultural Business of the Year
- The Amendola Group- Entrepreneur of the Year
- DBS Remodel- Small Business of the Year
- Groomingdales Doggy Daycare & Salon- Newcomer of the Year
- Dyson Racing- Special Recognition Award
2013
- Hudson Valley Renegades- Business of the Year
- Rebuilding Together Dutchess County- Nonprofit of the Year
- Echo Cottages Ltd.- Innovator of the Year
- ModCraft- Manufacturer of the Year
- Fishkill Farms- Agricultural Business of the Year
- Lola’s Café & Catering/ Crave Restaurant & Lounge- Entrepreneur of the Year
- Hudson Valley Office Furniture- Small Business of the Year
- Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union- Special Recognition Award
Self-nominations are encouraged! Winners within the last five years are eligible to apply or can be nominated in a different category than their previous award. To enter, select the category that best represents the business. You may submit an application in more than one category as long as the criteria for entry are met. Download, complete and save the fillable pdf for the nomination category and return to Rachel@thinkdutchess.com by July 31, 2018. This year’s awards will be presented in the following categories
