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Lifetime Achievement, Business of the Year, and Person of the Year Awards

The Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for our Lifetime Achievement, Business of the Year, and Person of the Year Awards. These awards will be presented at our Annual Chamber Membership Appreciation Banquet:

Date: January 19, 2026
Location: 1481 Roadhouse Grille
Time: 5:30–8:30 PM

These awards recognize individuals and businesses who have made a meaningful impact on Arlington and the surrounding area through service, leadership, community involvement, and/or business excellence.

Jump to Nominations

Eligibility Criteria

Who can be nominated

  1. Nominee Type: Nominee may be an individual (for Lifetime Achievement or Person of the Year) or a business (for Business of the Year).
  2. Community Connection: Nominees should have a strong connection to the Arlington area (live, work, own/operate a business, volunteer, or otherwise serve the area community).
  3. Impact: Nominees should demonstrate positive community impact through leadership, service, involvement, integrity, and/or contributions that benefit our region.
  4. Chamber Membership: Chamber membership is encouraged but not required

Application Deadline

All nominations must be submitted by end of day Monday, January 12, 2026.

How to Apply

🖨️ Print Application (PDF)

Click here to download and print nomination form(s). Fill out the appropriate section(s), attach additional pages if needed, and submit your completed nomination by dropping it off at either:

  • CorTrust Bank (Arlington)
  • Citizens State Bank (Arlington)


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Online Application

Prefer to submit digitally? Simply scroll down to the Online Nominations section below and complete the form for the category you’d like to nominate.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD NOMINATION
BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD NOMINATION
PERSON OF THE YEAR AWARD NOMINATION

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