Nominate a Central Ohio Family Business for a 2021 Family Business Award
Do you know a family business that deserves to be recognized?
The Conway Center for Family Business Awards Program annually recognizes Central Ohio family businesses and individuals in several categories. Read more about the award categories below the form or on our Family Business Awards & Expo page.
Nominate a family business, including your own, by filling out the submission form below.
Community Engagement
For family businesses that have made a significant contribution to the Central Ohio community. This year, we are particularly interested in family businesses that are working on COVID-19 and social justice issues.
Family Business of the Year
Recognizes a family business that has made a significant contribution to their industry or the Central Ohio business community. Winner in this category will be asked to give short remarks.
Legacy
Recognizes a family business, whose owners support other family businesses by including the Conway Center for Family Business in their estate plan.
Lifetime Achievement
Recognizes a family business leader who has made a significant contribution to their industry or the Central Ohio business community. Winner in this category will be asked to give short remarks.
Milestone Achievement
Recognizes family businesses that have reached a significant milestone during the award year (longevity, business or other significant achievement).
Re-invention
Recognizes family businesses that have successfully adjusted their business strategy or focus to address a changing business climate or societal demands. This year, we are particularly interested in how your family business pivoted during the COVID-19 crisis. Winner in this category will be asked to give short remarks.
Rising Star
Recognizes emerging leaders/next generation leaders who are making an impact in their business and in the Central Ohio business community.
Succession Planning
Recognizes family businesses that have developed or completed a succession plan or a transfer of leadership.
Support of Family Business
Recognizes organizations or individuals that have shown support or demonstrated a commitment to the strength, success or longevity of a family firm.