Sterling Awards

CONGRATULATIONS FINALISTS!

MICRO BUSINESS AWARD FINALISTS

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E Squared Marketing is a boutique marketing agency specializing in creating innovative and customized marketing strategies for businesses of all sizes. With a focus on driving measurable results, E Squared Marketing offers a suite of services including social media management, website design, SEO, content creation, and digital advertising. Their team of experienced professionals is dedicated to helping clients enhance their brand presence, engage their audience, and achieve their marketing goals.

Matt Young Photography offers professional photography services specializing in portrait, family, and event photography. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for capturing authentic moments, Matt Young ensures each session is tailored to meet the unique needs of his clients. His portfolio showcases a range of creative and high-quality images that reflect his commitment to excellence and client satisfaction.

PuriFi Labs is dedicated to enhancing indoor air quality with advanced purification technologies. Their innovative solutions effectively reduce airborne pathogens, allergens, and pollutants, creating safer and healthier environments for homes and businesses. PuriFi Labs offers a range of products designed to integrate seamlessly into existing HVAC systems, ensuring optimal air purification.

SMALL BUSINESS AWARD FINALISTS

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Aker Ink PR & Marketing is a full-service public relations and marketing agency specializing in strategic communication and brand development. The agency offers a wide range of services, including media relations, content marketing, social media management, and digital marketing, aimed at elevating clients' brand visibility and reputation. With a team of experienced professionals, Aker Ink focuses on creating tailored marketing strategies that drive business growth and engagement.

Blue Signal is an executive search and recruitment firm specializing in finding top talent for companies in telecommunications, technology, healthcare, finance, and more. Focused on delivering personalized strategic recruitment solutions, Blue Signal aims to match businesses with highly skilled professionals to drive growth and innovation. Their comprehensive approach includes talent acquisition, market analysis, and career coaching, ensuring successful placements and long-term client satisfaction.

Oliver Smith Jeweler offers a wide range of exquisite jewelry pieces and timepieces, and is celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship, unique designs, and personalized customer service. The collection features everything from engagement rings and wedding bands to custom-made pieces and designer watches. With a commitment to quality and elegance, Oliver Smith Jeweler has established itself as a trusted name in fine jewelry, catering to discerning clients seeking timeless and sophisticated accessories.

BIG BUSINESS AWARD FINALISTS

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ASM develops innovative solutions for the production of semiconductor devices. With a focus on atomic layer deposition (ALD), epitaxy, and other advanced process technologies, ASM enables the miniaturization and performance enhancement of semiconductor devices critical to consumer electronics, automotive, and telecommunications. ASM’s commitment to excellence and sustainability puts them at the forefront of the semiconductor industry, driving global progress and innovation.

FirstBank offers a variety of consumer deposit accounts, loans, and a full range of commercial banking services, including business financing, commercial real estate loans, treasury management, and more. As a leading banking institution, First Bank provides personal banking, business banking, and wealth management solutions. Their commitment to exceptional customer service and community involvement has helped them build lasting relationships with clients, both personal and business.

Scottsdale Unified School District #48 (SUSD) serves the educational needs of students in Scottsdale with a commitment to academic excellence and a focus on student success through a diverse range of programs and resources from preschool through high school. The district prides itself on its high standards, innovative teaching methods, and a dedicated staff. SUSD is also known for its strong community involvement and partnerships, aiming to enhance the educational experience and prepare students for future success.

NON-PROFIT BUSINESS AWARD FINALISTS

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St. Mary's Food Bank aims to alleviate hunger in Arizona through food distribution, children's feeding programs, and job training. Partnering with over 600 organizations, it provides nourishment and support to those in need. The food bank offers various ways for individuals and corporations to contribute, including donations and volunteering opportunities. Their programs not only provide immediate relief but also work towards long-term solutions for food insecurity.

Scottsdale Community Partners supports local youth, families, and seniors facing personal crises. With a focus on providing emergency assistance, they collaborate with the City of Scottsdale to offer food, transportation vouchers, prescription co-pay assistance, and aid for housing utilities. They also organize community initiatives like the Covering the Bases: Back to School Event, and the Holiday Adopt-a-Family and Adopt-a-Senior programs, which enhance the well-being and stability of Scottsdale residents in need.

Vitalant is an organization providing life-saving blood and plasma donations to patients in need across the United States. With over 115 donation centers, Vitalant supports approximately 900 hospitals nationwide. The organization offers a range of services, including blood donation, hosting blood drives, and providing specialized clinical services. Vitalant also engages the community through various volunteering opportunities and encourages financial contributions to support their mission.

OUTSTANDING BUSINESSES WORTH CELEBRATING!

For 38 years the Sterling Awards has embodied the spirit of our organization by celebrating the people and organizations that demonstrate excellence, innovation, and community stewardship, making Scottsdale one of the finest cities in the United States.

Over the years we have honored our city’s best corporate neighbors and brightest rising stars. The Sterling Awards recognize winners in four categories - Micro Business, Small Business, Big Business & Non-Profit. A brief overview of each award category follows.

The Sterling Award for Micro Business (Sponsored By TraVek Remodeling & Roofing) recognizes an entrepreneurship or emerging business exhibiting success through innovation, creativity, and collaboration. (1-10 Employees)
The Sterling Award for Small Business recognizes a company demonstrating success through innovation and professionalism, while contributing to the community. (11-75 employees)
The Sterling Award for Big Business (Sponsored By Arizona Public Service) recognizes significant contributions to quality of life and the economic fabric of the community. (76 + Employees)
The Sterling Award for Non-Profits (Sponsored By Prestige Cleaners) recognizes the social, cultural, educational, and economic impact of an organization on its constituents and/or the broader community.

Award Criteria

The Sterling Award recognizes significant contributions to quality of life and the economic fabric of the community. Eligible applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Established for a minimum of three years
• Licensed as a legitimate business or hold a 501 nonprofit tax status in the state of Arizona
• Current member in good standing (for a minimum of 6 months prior to application) of the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce
• 5 years since being awarded as an honoree in this category

Judging and Selection Process

The Sterling Award selection process is among the most credible of all business award competitions in the metro Phoenix area. Following submission, your application will be reviewed by a panel of six (6) judges who will individually score your responses to each question. Judges will use a 10 point grading system for each question, resulting in a cumulative score for each applicant. The three (3) applicants with the highest scores will advance as finalists. Current applicants are not eligible to be a judge. The second phase of the judging process will include an on-site interview during which the judges will visit the finalists’ place of business. Each finalist will have an opportunity to make a formal presentation, conduct a facility tour and respond to additional questions from the judges. This process will result in a second and final set of scores which will determine the Honoree in the category. Honorees will remain confidential until announced on stage at the Sterling Awards Ceremony. All finalists will be recognized at the ceremony along with all video presentations.

Friday, November 15, 2024

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