Are you a small business owner making waves in your industry? The U.S. Chamber of Commerce wants to spotlight your success through the CO—100 Awards 2025, a prestigious recognition of the nation’s top 100 small businesses.
🏆 What Is the CO—100?
The CO—100 is an annual initiative that honors the top 100 small businesses across the U.S. These companies represent innovation, growth, resilience, and impact in their communities. Out of these 100 honorees, one outstanding business will be named America’s Top Small Business of 2025, receiving national recognition and a $25,000 cash prize.
This is your chance to gain the spotlight, boost your credibility, and share your story on a national stage.
💰 What You Could Win
- National Recognition: Be featured by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s CO— platform, which reaches millions of business owners.
- $25,000 Grand Prize: One business will be named America’s Top Small Business of 2025 and win $25,000 in unrestricted funding.
- Media Exposure: Gain visibility across national media, social channels, and in your industry.
- Exclusive Networking: Connect with other top entrepreneurs, potential partners, and high-level professionals.
📝 Who Should Apply?
If you’re a U.S.-based, for-profit business with fewer than 250 employees and less than $20 million in annual revenue, you’re eligible. Your business should demonstrate:
- Innovation in your products, services, or operations
- Community impact and leadership
- Growth and financial success
- Resilience in the face of challenges
Whether you’re in tech, retail, manufacturing, wellness, or any other sector — your story matters.
Don’t wait! The process is simple and takes just a few minutes to get started.
👉 Apply Now for the CO—100 2025
📌 What You’ll Need to Submit
- A completed online application form
- A short company bio or story
- Basic business information (size, revenue, founding year, etc.)
- A short essay or video on why your business deserves to be recognized
There is no fee to apply.
🎯 Why You Should Apply
Participating in the CO—100 Awards isn’t just about winning money — it’s about becoming part of a national community of game-changing entrepreneurs. Past winners have gained customers, media coverage, and investor interest just by being named to the CO—100 list.
🔑 Final Tips for a Strong Application
- Tell a compelling story of impact or innovation.
- Highlight how you’ve overcome challenges.
- Show measurable success and community involvement.
- Include a professional photo or video if possible.
💼 Ready to Be Recognized?
If you’ve built a business that’s changing lives, redefining an industry, or growing against the odds — this opportunity is for you.
📍 Click here to apply for the CO—100 2025
Let 2025 be the year the world sees what your small business is truly made of.
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