CoVaBIZ has announced the opening of the BOB Awards nominations, aiming to recognize the businesses, services, venues, events, development programs, and influential individuals that contribute to the economic and social dynamism of Coastal Virginia. With a diverse range of categories, the awards celebrate the companies and people shaping the region’s future business landscape. The results will be published in the November 2021 issue of CoVaBIZ Magazine. Notably, the nominations and voting processes have been updated, and potential nominators are urged to review the changes on the CoVaBIZ website. Nominations will be accepted through May 25 and voting will run from May 26 to June 27, 2021.

Introduction

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What makes a company successful? Its people? Its profits? Its impact? CoVaBIZ considers it a combination of these factors, and we’re fortunate to have many successful businesses here in Coastal Virginia that put our region on the map economically, make our communities more dynamic and set the precedent of what the future of business will look like for our region. Today CoVaBIZ opened nominations for their BOB awards.

Awards Categories

With these awards, CoVaBIZ highlights the services that companies use and trust to perform their day-to-day operations, the businesses that are excelling in their industries, the venues and events that make meetings and networking effective, the top professional development programs for taking careers to the next level and the individuals exuding professionalism, innovation, and influence throughout their companies and communities.

Results and Important Information

Results will be published in the November 2021 issue of CoVaBIZ Magazine.
***Important Note*** Nominations and voting practices have changed. Please read the information on their web page before nominating a business.

Get Involved

Here’s the link to nominate
Thank you to everyone that voted for StartWheel last year. StartWheel was the Gold winner for the best startup activity and incubator program.

Important Dates

Nominations run through May 25, 2021
Voting begins on May 26, 2021 and runs through June 27, 2021

Question & Answer

What are the BOB Awards?

The BOB Awards aim to recognize businesses, services, venues, events, development programs, and influential individuals contributing to the economic and social dynamism of Coastal Virginia.

When will the results of the BOB Awards be published?

The results of the BOB Awards will be published in the November 2021 issue of CoVaBIZ Magazine.

What is the deadline for nominations?

Nominations for the BOB Awards will be accepted through May 25, 2021.

When does the voting period for the BOB Awards begin and end?

Voting for the BOB Awards will begin on May 26, 2021, and run through June 27, 2021.