7th Annual Turner Center for Entrepreneurship Small Business Awards
Thursday, August 28 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Please join Bradley University Provost Dr. Dan Moon, Foster College Dean Dr. Kris Maillacheruvu, and Peoria Mayor Dr. Rita Ali as we recognize and celebrate the success of entrepreneurs, start-ups, rural businesses, innovators and those who support them. This in-person event will be held on the Bradley University campus (Hayden-Clark Alumni Center, 816 N Tobias Ln).
This event will showcase the success of our clients and the strong relationships with our community partners. Our winners are dedicated to their businesses and are making a positive impact on the community.
There is no cost to attend. Registration is required by August 21.
Awards categories include:
2025
Small Business Advocate of the Year
Kathie Brown
Small Business of the Year
The Floratory
Food Entreprenuer of the Year
Stoltz’s Smoke Shack
Women in Business Leadership
Amanda McCormick
Rural Business of the Year
Ben Hendricks Trucking, Inc.
Government Contractor of the Year
Solid Rock Logistics
Startup of the Year
SKB Cyber
Innovation of the Year
Wilder Side
Exporter of the Year
Enercon
Community Partner of the Year
OLLI