HomeMy Public PortalAboutTOL NR 2020-03-03 Business Awards Call for Nominations
Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
March 3, 2020
Media Contact:
Leah Kosin, Assistant Public Information Officer
lkosin@leesburgva.gov 703-771-2781
Nominations Being Accepted for the 19th Annual Leesburg
Business Awards
Seven categories are being considered for nominations. Submission deadline is
Wednesday, April 1, 2020.
Leesburg, VA (March 3, 2020) – The Town of Leesburg is now accepting applications for the 19th
annual Leesburg Business Awards to be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. Nominations are
now being accepted to showcase the best of the best in seven award categories:
Community Ambassador Award - Celebrates a business or organization that promotes a
positive image of Leesburg as a business location or tourist destination.
Heritage Award - Celebrates a thriving business or organization that has made a long-term
commitment to preserving the integrity and character of Leesburg.
Innovations Award - Celebrates a business or organization that executes an innovative
business venture, unique product development, or other cutting edge business practice.
New Business Award - Celebrates a new business started between January 1, 2018 through
December 31, 2019 that promotes the unique culture of Leesburg while acting as a pioneer
in enriching the Town’s future.
Arts and Culture Award - Celebrates a business, organization, or individual that contributes
to or actively supports the arts within the Town of Leesburg.
Veterans Affairs Award - Celebrates an individual, business, or organization that supports
veterans of all conflicts through the practice of exceptional citizenship and leadership.
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