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Celebrating Local Excellence, One City at a Time
Best of the City Awards is a national recognition platform that shines a spotlight on exceptional local businesses. We connect communities through authentic storytelling, fair recognition, and meaningful visibility. From nominations and community voting to media features and ongoing growth programs, our mission is to celebrate the businesses that define excellence in every city.
Our mission: To celebrate integrity, inspire connection, and build a culture of recognition in every city across America.
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Businesses we have featured:
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Our company snapshot
Founded in 2023, Best of the City Awards is a national recognition platform dedicated to celebrating exceptional local businesses. We help brands earn credibility, connect with their communities, and build lasting visibility through recognition and media storytelling.
Community Reach
Our programs connect with hundreds of thousands of local consumers, business owners, and community members who actively participate in recognizing excellence each year.
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Featured and Expanding Nationwide
Best of the City Awards continues to grow each year, now celebrating top-performing businesses in more than 50 cities across the U.S. Our expansion reflects the pride and trust local communities place in our recognition programs.
Recognized Businesses
From local restaurants to boutique studios and professional service firms, over 2,000 businesses have been honored through our awards. Each recognition helps amplify local voices and strengthens community connections.
Our team
Meet the Team Behind Our Success
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Samantha leads Best of the City Awards with a vision to celebrate excellence and integrity in every community. With a background in media and brand storytelling, she’s passionate about helping local businesses gain recognition that drives real growth.
Sam brings creativity and strategy together to tell each winner’s story in an authentic, elevated way. From digital campaigns to video features, he ensures every piece of content reflects the spirit of local excellence and the high standards that define Best of the City Awards.
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Anthony oversees the systems that make the awards process seamless from start to finish. With a focus on fairness, efficiency, and exceptional service, he ensures that every nomination, vote, and partnership runs smoothly and upholds the integrity of the Best of the City brand.
Values behind our work
Community Connection
At the heart of Best of the City is a commitment to local pride. We celebrate the businesses that bring people together and strengthen the communities they serve.
Integrity and Fairness
We believe recognition should be earned, not bought. Every stage of our process—from nominations to voting—is built on transparency and fairness to ensure each award reflects genuine community support.
Excellence in Storytelling
Every business has a story worth telling. Through professional media, interviews, and digital features, we help winners share their success in a way that inspires others.
Innovation and Growth
We use modern technology and creative marketing strategies to help small businesses gain the visibility they deserve. Our platform evolves with new tools and insights to keep recognition relevant and impactful.
Partnership and Collaboration
We partner with Chambers of Commerce, local organizations, and community leaders to expand opportunity and ensure every city’s awards reflect real local voices.
Credibility and Trust
Our brand is built on integrity, professionalism, and authenticity. We maintain strict standards in our voting, media, and communications to ensure every feature and award holds lasting value.
Let’s celebrate excellence together
Ready to highlight the best businesses in your city or partner with us to bring recognition to your community? Whether you’re a business owner, chamber of commerce, or local organization, we’d love to connect and explore how we can make an impact together.
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