The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is seeking businesses that demonstrate leadership and innovation in their respective industries to apply for its 2026 Business Impact Awards.
The awards honor businesses of all kinds – small and large, new and long-standing – that strive to make a positive impact on the Northern Kentucky community.
The Business Impact Awards will be held on Thursday, May 7, and will recognize businesses in nine categories: small, medium and large businesses; for-profit and nonprofit community champions; cool place to work; heritage award; start-up; and innovation. A judges’ choice award will also be presented during the event.
Applications will be accepted online here through Feb. 27.
“Northern Kentucky’s economy is powered by a diverse mix of startups, family businesses, and growing organizations across every industry,” said President and CEO of the NKY Chamber Brent Cooper. “The Business Impact Awards recognize and champion the businesses that set out to make a positive impact today while also helping shape the future of our region. Together, they strengthen Northern Kentucky as a great place to live, work, play, learn, and give back.”
Applications for the Business Impact Awards, along with descriptions of each award, are available here. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Lynn Abeln, Vice President of Membership-Sponsorship Sales, at 859-578-6390 or by emailing labeln@nkychamber.com. Finalists will be announced in March 2026, and the winners will be revealed during the awards celebration on May 7.