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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. �� The George C. Marshall Award - Celebrates an individual who has demonstrated an exemplary commitment to the community above and beyond business contributions. Eligible nominees must have the primary physical location of the company, organization or business entity within the corporate limits of the Town of Leesburg. Businesses must possess a valid Town of Leesburg business license, must be in compliance with all Town ordinances and with the exception of the  New Business Award must have been in operation for at least one year. Persons nominated for the George C. Marshall Award do not need to reside within the Town but must be connected to a Leesburg business or organization. The nomination form, including award criteria and helpful hints on submitting competitive nominations, can be found on the Town website at www.leesburgva.gov/businessawards. Submission deadline is Wednesday, April 1, 2020. The nominees and award recipients will be announced and recognized at the 19th Annual Business Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, May 6, 2020, from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information, please contact Melanie Scoggins at 703-737-7019 or mscoggins@leesburgva.gov. # # #