he Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce is is accepting nominations for extraordinary professionals and organizations in the local business community for the annual Business Awards NOW! Please nominate individuals and companies that are having a big impact in the community by Thursday, August 31.

The 2016 Business Expo and Awards Banquet will be held on Thursday, June 16 at the Savannah Hilton Desoto.

To nominate, fill out a form below and submit to Small Business & Events Manager Stephanie Painter via fax at 912.644.6498 or via email at [email protected].

See below for a list of awards:

• Entrepreneur of the Year Award

• Environmental Excellence Award

• Gulfstream Community Involvement Award

• Helen V. Head Business Advocate Award

• Hospitality Award

• Manufacturer’s Safety Award

• Small Business of the Year Award

Deadline for nominations is Thursday, August 31 by 5 p.m.