Hanover Business Recognition Programs

Business Categories

We welcome nominations of businesses in Hanover County that you feel would fit one or more of the following categories:

• Destination Business of the Year
  This award recognizes a Hanover business that provides an entertainment, recreational, cultural, or historical experiences for the tourists and residents. Some examples include farms focusing on agritourism, historic sites, breweries, wineries, B & Bs, farmers markets, hotels, resorts, and amusement parks and theaters.
• Health & Wellness Business of the Year
  This award recognizes a Hanover County business that provides services and/or products in the health and wellness industry. Some examples include hair and nail salons, spas, beauty clinics, massages, gyms, wellness centers, doctors, dentists, etc.
• Manufacturer of the Coolest Thing Made in Hanover County
  This award recognizes a Hanover-based manufacturer of goods and products.
• Nonprofit Organization of the Year
  This award recognizes any nonprofit organization with a 501c tax id residing in Hanover County that delivers programs and/or services to Hanover residents.
• Retail Business of the Year
  This award recognizes a retailer in Hanover County that is locally owned. Some examples include bakeries and coffee shops, clothing boutiques, hardware, thrift, gifts, décor, jewelry, and pet supplies.
• Restaurant of the Year
  This award recognizes a restaurant where a meal is served on or from the premises located in Hanover County or mobile truck with a Hanover business registration.
• Service Business of the Year
  This award recognizes a Hanover business that has a Hanover location that serves the residents of Hanover County. Examples include accounting, banking, financial planning, engineering, law, technology, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, contractors, handyman, cleaning, pet grooming and boarding, roofing, etc.

Business Eligibility Criteria

1. Any business with a physical location in Hanover County is eligible.
2. The Hanover Business must be current on all Hanover taxes.
3. The Hanover Business must be registered with Hanover County.
4. Local franchisee owners are eligible if they meet the above criteria.

Questions

Contact Ann Glave, Existing Business & Project Manager at Hanover County Economic Development
Email:  agglave@hanovervirginia.com
Phone:  804-365-6459