To the Stars: Celebrating Kansas Businesses Nomination Form

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Be a Part of the Celebration!

We are excited to announce that nominations are open for the 2022 “To the Stars: Celebrating Kansas Businesses” Awards to recognize outstanding businesses and individuals doing great things in Kansas!

AgriBusiness (New award for 2022!) – companies that stand out in the agribusiness industry – including agricultural production, products and services and agri-tourism.
Apprenticeship Champions and Partners (New award for 2022!) – companies that excel in providing registered apprenticeship programs in Kansas.
Business Innovation – companies from any sector incorporating innovative technologies in their business.
Cool Things Made in Kansas (New award for 2022!) – companies that make, produce or sell uniquely Kansas items.
Healthcare/Nonprofit – noteworthy services provided by either healthcare facilities or nonprofit organizations.
Manufacturing/Distribution – outstanding achievement for companies large and small involved in manufacturing and distribution.
Non-Traditional Talent Pools (New award for 2022!) – companies that have gone above and beyond to hire veterans, those with prior involvement in the justice system, youth, seniors or individuals with disabilities.
Retail/Service – outstanding achievement by businesses selling goods, products and/or services.
Under 30 Entrepreneurs – young entrepreneurs achieving business success under the age of 30.
Welcome Back – entrepreneurs and businesspeople who once left Kansas but have returned to make their mark in the Sunflower State.

Nominator Information

Your Name(Required)

First Last

Organization

Address

Street Address Address Line 2 City ZIP Code

Nominator Email(Required)

Phone

Nominee Information

Nominee Name

First Last

Name of the Business

Address

Street Address Address Line 2 City ZIP Code

Contact Phone

Contact Email

Award Category and Business Information

Please choose an award category, complete all fields, and submit when done.

Please upload business logo

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 512 MB.

Photos/ Video of Business, Products, and Owners

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Max. file size: 512 MB.

Choose an Award Category(Required)

Business Innovation

Companies from any sector incorporating innovative technologies in their business.

What innovations has the company implemented to make them worthy of this award?

Does the company own any patents?

How have these innovations positively impacted the business and/or community?

Please provide any additional/unique information that makes this nominee worthy of this recognition. IMPORTANT QUESTION

Under 30 Entrepreneurs

Young entrepreneurs achieving business success under the age of 30.

What impressive things has this person done from a business ownership or operations standpoint?

How has this person positively impacted your community?

What area(s) of business has this person been involved in?

Please provide any additional/unique information that makes this nominee worthy of this recognition. IMPORTANT QUESTION

Apprenticeship Champions and Partners

(New award for 2022!) – Companies that excel in providing registered apprenticeship programs in Kansas.

When did the company become involved in an apprenticeship program?

How many employees completing the apprenticeship program have remained with the company?

How has the apprentice positively impacted the company and employees?

Please provide any additional/unique information that makes this nominee worthy of this recognition. IMPORTANT QUESTION

Cool Things Made in Kansas

(New award for 2022!) – Companies that make, produce or sell uniquely Kansas items.

Describe the product/service offered by the company and what makes it unique or "cool."

How has this product/service impacted the marketplace? Is it a new offering that previously didn't exist, or is it a revolutionary product/service that has created or opened up new markets?

Has this cool product/service created a buzz for the local community due to publicity or exposure? If so, in what ways?

Please provide any additional/unique information that makes this nominee worthy of this recognition. IMPORTANT QUESTION

Non-Traditional Talent Pools

(New award for 2022!) – Companies that have gone above and beyond to hire veterans, those with prior involvement in the justice system, youth, seniors or individuals with disabilities.

What non-traditional talent pools is the business utilizing?

How have these new employees positively impacted the business?

Are other businesses in your community pursuing these labor pools as a result?

Please provide any additional/unique information that makes this nominee worthy of this recognition. IMPORTANT QUESTION

AgriBusiness

(New award for 2022!) – Companies that stand out in the agribusiness industry – including agricultural production, products and services and agri-tourism.

Describe the product or service offered by the agribusiness.

Provide some background on the business' history in Kansas.

How has this business positively impacted the agriculture sector in the community/region/state?

Please provide any additional/unique information that makes this nominee worthy of this recognition. IMPORTANT QUESTION

Welcome Back Award

Entrepreneurs and businesspeople who once left Kansas but have returned to make their mark in the Sunflower State.

Is this person a native of Kansas?

Yes

Unsure

When did they return to the state?

How has this person positively impacted your community? And in what capacity (i.e. business ownership, community involvement, etc.)

Please provide any additional/unique information that makes this nominee worthy of this recognition. IMPORTANT QUESTION

Retail/Service

Outstanding achievement by businesses selling goods, products and/or services.

What year was the business established?

How long has the business been in Kansas?

Has the business undergone any expansions in Kansas within the last ten years? If yes, briefly describe the expansion(s), including the year(s)

What makes this business a leader in their industry or community?

How does the business support local activities or give back to the community? (Please list examples)

Please provide any additional/unique information that makes this nominee worthy of this recognition. IMPORTANT QUESTION

Manufacturing/Distribution

Outstanding achievement for companies large and small involved in manufacturing and distribution.

What year was the business established?

How long has the business been in Kansas?

Has the business undergone any expansions in Kansas within the last ten years? If yes, briefly describe the expansion(s), including the year(s)

What makes this business a leader in their industry or community?

How does the business support local activities or give back to the community? (Please list examples)

Please provide any additional/unique information that makes this nominee worthy of this recognition. IMPORTANT QUESTION

Healthcare/Nonprofit

Noteworthy services provided by either healthcare facilities or nonprofit organizations.

What year was the business established?

How long has the business been in Kansas?

Has the business undergone any expansions in Kansas within the last ten years? If yes, briefly describe the expansion(s), including the year(s)

What makes this business a leader in their industry or community?

How does the business support local activities or give back to the community? (Please list examples)

What successful employee retention and recruitment practices does the company have in place? (Examples include training & education programs, flexible schedules, work/life balance programs, mentoring & career advancement opportunities, etc.)

Please provide any additional/unique information that makes this nominee worthy of this recognition. IMPORTANT QUESTION

Nominations now open!

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