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