Manatee county hosts awards event

Florida's Manatee County will host its Small Business of the Year Awards this October. The event serves to highlight the accomplishments of small businesses all throughout the Manatee County area.

Businesses can be nominated for progress areas such as business growth, customer service, and community service. A business can be nominated for any number of positive attributes it demonstrates to a high level. Finalists and winners will be treated to a small cocktail party after the ceremony to celebrate.

Tickets for purchase are available on the Manatee County Chamber of Commerce website. Reservation is required. There is also opportunity for those who would like to advertise in the event program to do so, although they will need to be a member to do this.

There are also sponsorship opportunities available to both members and non-members. For events such as these, attendees often use cooperate gifts for added engagement with other participants.

The event will be held at the Manatee Performing Arts Center. Those attending should RSVP, as reservation is required. Those who wish to cancel a reservation should do so before 4:00 pm on September 28. There is a charge to cancel after this date.

The event is scheduled for Tuesday, October 5, beginning at 4:00 pm. The Performing Arts Center is located at 502 3rd Avenue West, Bradenton, Florida. 34205.