Business Recognition & Awards

The Chamber’s Business and Economic Development Committee sponsors the annual Business Start-Up Competition, selects and recognizes Business of the Month recipients, and the Business of the Year and Entrepreneur of the Year.

Business of the Year and Entrepreneur of the Year

The Haywood Chamber of Commerce recognizes the accomplishments, hard work, and leadership from our local businesses.

Ambassador of the Year

The Chamber recognizes the hard work of our Ambassadors. Haywood County Chamber Ambassadors serve as a group of professional volunteers who represent their business and act as a liaison between the Chamber and its members.

Business of the Month

The Haywood Chamber of Commerce recognizes the accomplishments, hard work, and leadership from our local businesses.

Faces of Haywood

Each month, the Haywood Chamber of Commerce selects an individual in the community to be recognized as the Face of Haywood. This individual or business embodies leadership in the community and is chosen by Chamber Ambassadors. Below, is the criteria for nominations. Each month, these individuals will be featured in Smoky Mountain News or the Mountaineer (depending on availability), the chamber’s weekly newsletter, and posted on the chamber’s social media!