Since 2016, the Alabama Small Business Awards is presented annually by The Partnership of Alabama Chambers and the Business Council of Alabama, recognizing the very best in Alabama small business.

Nominations for the Alabama Small Business Awards open May 6, 2024 and will close September 15, 2024.

This year's finalists will be selected from nominations made by local Alabama chambers of commerce. Alabama Chambers will have the opportunity to nominate one member small business for each award category. Previous finalist are eligible to be renominated. However, previous winners are not eligible for nomination. Awards will be presented in the following categories:

• Emerging Business (In operation less than 5 years)
• 1-10 Employees
• 11-50 Employees
• 51-100 Employees

Nominations are based on the following:

• Leadership and community support
• Chamber Involvement
• Business Success
• Overall deservedness

Winners will be announced at the BCA/CCAA Partnership Annual Meeting on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at The Club in Birmingham.