Manatee Chamber Announces Honorees for 46th Annual Small Business & Non-Profit of the Year Awards

The Manatee Chamber has announced the honorees for its 46th Annual Small Business & Non-Profit of the Year Awards, recognizing more than 75 outstanding businesses and organizations whose leadership, innovation, and commitment to service are helping shape a stronger Manatee County.

Now in its 46th year, the Small Business & Non-Profit of the Year Awards is one of Manatee County’s longest running and most respected business recognition programs. The awards celebrate organizations that exemplify excellence in customer service, business success, workplace culture, leadership, innovation, and community involvement.

This year’s honorees represent a diverse cross-section of industries and missions from construction, healthcare, hospitality, agriculture, retail, and professional services to organizations serving children, families, education, conservation, and individuals in need. Together, they demonstrate the entrepreneurial spirit, resilience, and community commitment that continue to strengthen the local economy and enhance the quality of life throughout Manatee County.

“Every successful business and non-profit has a story of perseverance, innovation, and service behind it,” said Kim Dalglish, Vice President of Membership for the Manatee Chamber. “These organizations aren’t just successful, they’re creating jobs, serving neighbors, solving community challenges, and making Manatee County an exceptional place to live and work. We are honored to recognize their accomplishments and celebrate the positive impact they have on our community.”

Being named a Small Business & Non-Profit of the Year honoree is an achievement in itself. Following nominations submitted by members of the community, organizations complete a comprehensive application highlighting their operations, leadership, customer service, employee engagement, financial stewardship, and community involvement. Independent volunteer judges then evaluate each application to determine finalists and award recipients.

Honorees will be recognized during the 46th Annual Small Business & Non-Profit of the Year Awards Luncheon on Friday, August 28, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM at the Bradenton Area Convention Center. During the luncheon, honorees, finalists, and award winners will be recognized across multiple business and non-profit categories.

The complete list of this year’s honorees is included below.

2026 Small Business Honorees

Aginto – A Digital Agency
Ananda Farms
Artisan Pool and Design
Bella’s Booth
Belt Salon
Blue Collar Roofing
Bringman Roofing
Centrus Financial Strategies
Chicken Salad Chick
Clark Financial Partners
Coastal Hearing Care
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville
Custom ComTek
Diane’s Allstar Insurance Agency of Florida
Discover Bradenton
Fiorelli Winery & Vineyard
Game On Nation
Gotcha Covered of Bradenton
Gulf Coast Music Therapy
Hardball Law
Hensley Law Offices
JLS Remodeling Services
Lanai Lifestyles
Langdon Hall Assisted Living Facility
Longboat Key Roofing
Luhrsen Goldberg
The Made Clean Company
Manatee Digital Marketing
McNary Law
Mighty Dog Roofing
The Milestone Financial Group at Morgan Stanley
Oasis Home Collective
O’Bricks Irish Pub & Martini Bar
Orange Blossom Coffee
Owens Electric
Parkwood Dental
Party Popping Events
Results 1st
SaraMana Business Solutions
SERVPRO of Bradenton
Southernly Simon Apparel
Supermarket Acapulco Tropical
SWAT Networking – Successful Women Aligning Together
Town Square at University Parkway
Veith Engineering & Business Solutions
Wade’s Interiors
Your Money Fast Tax Preparation Services
ZNS Engineering, LC

2026 Non-Profit Honorees

Anchor House
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast
Braden River Soccer Club/FL Premier SWFL
Bring on the Ministry
Cat Depot
CES Academy
Feeding Empty Little Tummies
Freedom House – Bailes Consulting Services
Harbor58
Help to Home
Keep Manatee Beautiful
The Kind Mouse Productions
Lighthouse Vision Loss Center
Live Tampa Bay
Loving Hands Ministries
Manasota ASALH
Manatee Children’s Services
Manatee Education Foundation
Manatee River Fair Association
Myakka Elephant Ranch
Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy
North River Prevention Partners
One More Child
Palma Sola Botanical Park
Parenting Matters
The Salvation Army
Selah Freedom
Solve Maternity Homes
Stillpoint Mission
United Way Suncoast
Visible Men Academy
We Care Manatee

The Manatee Chamber invites the community to join in celebrating these remarkable organizations and the contributions they make every day to our local economy and quality of life. Event tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and program advertising are available at ManateeChamber.com/SmallBiz.

Thank you to Our Sponsors:

Center Stage Sponsor: Seacoast Bank
Award Sponsors: Goodwill Manasota, Manatee Community Foundation, and Oysters Rock Hospitality
Selfie Station Sponsor: Blue Collar Roofing
Bubbly Bliss Sponsor: Harbor Chiropractic
Sweet Treat Sponsor: Coastal Hearing Care
Entertainment Sponsor: Clark Financial Partners
Supporting Sponsors: Bradenton Area Convention & Visitor’s Bureau, David K. Reali, CPA, Flower Fanatic, and Party Pro DJs
Print Sponsor: Minuteman Press of Bradenton
Greenery Sponsor: Juniper of Bradenton