ABOUT THE AWARD
Local business growth is the foundation of the local economy. The Lawrence Business Magazine and Cadre Lawrence think it is important to celebrate those businesses – our Businesses of the Year. The Foundation Award was established to recognize growth in for-profit businesses, that are locally owned or locally franchised in Douglas County, and have been in business a minimum of three years prior.

EVALUATION
Companies will be honored with the the Foundation Award that have shown growth in employment by 20% or 20 people from January 1, 2014 to December 31, 2014.

NOMINATIONS
Nominations can be submitted for consideration by any Douglas County Company, open a minimum of 3 years, that is locally owned or franchised and has shown growth by increasing its employment by 20% or 20 people in the time frame noted above. To submit a nomination (please note that self nominations are accepted.) simply fill out the form below, providing as much information as possible.

Nominations must be completed and submitted by January 31, 2015. Submit below or print and email to info@cadrelawrence.com.

QUESTIONS
For any questions or further clarification, please contact: info@cadrelawrence.com

FOUNDATION AWARD EVENT
February 26, 2015 – 5:00 to 7:00 pm
The W Banquet Hall at 704 Connecticut Street
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Lynne Murray, 29th President, Baker University
Award Presentation:
TBD
$20 advance purchase admission
Appetizers Served/Drinks available

IN RECOGNITION, HONOREES RECEIVE
• Foundation Award Brick at February 26 Ceremony
• 4 complimentary tickets to the ceremony
• Recognition in Lawrence Business Magazine
• Radio Time on Cadre Lawrence Show
• Presentation at Cadre Lawrence meeting
• Press notification of all recipients

Intrust Bank
KERN Marketing Group
Cadre Lawrence