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To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards Headed to Pittsburg – Nominate A Business Today
The 2025 To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards will be held Thursday, October 16, at the Robert W. Plaster Center in Pittsburg. Nominations for the awards will close Monday, July 7. The awards are a testament to Kansas’ commitment to supporting and uplifting businesses at every stage of their story. The event will include the announcement of the Governor’s Award of Excellence, Governor”s Exporter of the Year and the two newest inductees to the Kansas Business Hall of Fame.
The Kansas Department of Commerce still is accepting nominations for the popular annual award program, which recognizes companies and individuals around the state for the positive impact they make on their communities and the Kansas economy. Nominations for the awards will close Monday, July 7.
“The To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards ceremony is more than a banquet — it’s a way to acknowledge and celebrate the business achievements and entrepreneurial spirit that is found in every region of our state,” Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “It’s because of our trailblazing businesses and dedicated individuals that we can keep growing our economy and bringing more opportunities to our communities.”
This year’s banquet and award ceremony will bring together leaders, innovators and supporters from across the state to celebrate business excellence. These awards are a testament to Kansas’ commitment to supporting and uplifting businesses at every stage of their story.
Companies, organizations and individuals from an array of industries will be recognized — ranging from agriculture, apprenticeships, healthcare and nonprofit, main street organizations, manufacturing, small businesses, exporters, young entrepreneurs, retail and more.
This year’s event will include the announcement of the Governor’s Award of Excellence, Governor’s Exporter of the Year and the two newest inductees to the Kansas Business Hall of Fame.
Individuals are encouraged to nominate — or self-nominate — their favorite Kansas businesses for a chance to be recognized at this year’s celebration. Whether the nominee is a business owner, advisor or community partner, Commerce wants to recognize successful accomplishments that are happening across the state.
“We are working hard to highlight the hundreds of thousands of businesses located across Kansas that keep our state vibrant and strong,” Deputy Secretary of Business Development Joshua Jefferson said. “Our businesses show up for their communities, customers and all of Kansas — and now it’s time that we show up for them and celebrate all that we have achieved together.”
Award nominations will be accepted until midnight Monday, July 7. To learn more about the event and categories, view past winners or to submit nominations, click here.
Commerce Opens Nominations for 2025 To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards
The Kansas Department of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2025 To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards. The awards recognize companies and individuals around the state for the positive impact they make on the Kansas economy and their communities. This year’s awards ceremony will be held this fall, bringing together leaders, innovators and supporters from across the state. The day and location of the event will be announced soon. Award nominations will be accepted until July 7. To learn more, view past winners, and to submit nominations, click here. For more information about the awards, visit http://www.kansas.com/business/to-the-stars-awards-25th-annual-award-ceremonial-held-this-fall-for-business-leaders-and-innovators.
During the event, Commerce also will announce the prestigious Governor’s Award of Excellence, the 2025 Governor’s Exporter of the Year, and the two newest inductees of the Kansas Business Hall of Fame.
This year’s To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards ceremony will be held this fall, bringing together leaders, innovators and supporters from across the state to celebrate business excellence. The awards also underscore Kansas’ commitment to celebrating and supporting businesses at every stage of growth. The day and location of the event will be announced soon.
“Each year, our To The Stars honorees exemplify the vision, passion and drive needed to excel in business and have a lasting impact,” Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “They go the extra mile for their customers and communities — and it’s an honor to recognize all they do for the Kansas economy. I encourage everyone to nominate their local stars for these distinguished awards.”
Companies, organizations and individuals can be nominated in the following award categories:
AgriBusiness – Companies that stand out in the agribusiness industry – including agricultural production, products and services, and agri-tourism
– Companies that stand out in the agribusiness industry – including agricultural production, products and services, and agri-tourism Apprenticeship Champion – Companies and other entities that excel providing registered apprenticeship programs in Kansas
– Companies and other entities that excel providing registered apprenticeship programs in Kansas Business Innovation – Companies from any sector incorporating innovative technologies in their business
– Companies from any sector incorporating innovative technologies in their business Healthcare/Nonprofit – Noteworthy services provided by either healthcare facilities or nonprofit organizations
– Noteworthy services provided by either healthcare facilities or nonprofit organizations Main Street Momentum – Businesses revitalizing main streets or neighborhood commercial districts through growth or engagement
– Businesses revitalizing main streets or neighborhood commercial districts through growth or engagement Manufacturing/Distribution – Outstanding achievement for companies of all sizes involved in manufacturing and distribution
– Outstanding achievement for companies of all sizes involved in manufacturing and distribution Non-Traditional Talent Pools – Companies that have gone above and beyond to hire those with prior involvement in the justice system, youth, seniors or individuals with disabilities
– Companies that have gone above and beyond to hire those with prior involvement in the justice system, youth, seniors or individuals with disabilities Retail/Service – Exceptional performance by businesses selling goods, products and/or services
– Exceptional performance by businesses selling goods, products and/or services Small Business Champion – Corporate Partner Award (state-level only) – Honors a corporation that has demonstrated exceptional commitment to small business growth in Kansas through investment and partnerships
(state-level only) – Honors a corporation that has demonstrated exceptional commitment to small business growth in Kansas through investment and partnerships Under 30 Entrepreneur – Young entrepreneurs under the age of 30 who are achieving business success
– Young entrepreneurs under the age of 30 who are achieving business success Welcome Back – Entrepreneurs and businesspeople who once left Kansas but have returned to make their mark in the Sunflower State
“During the past year, the surge of economic development successes driving the Kansas economy continued unabated,” Deputy Secretary of Business Development Joshua Jefferson said. “Kansas businesses both small and large are giving outsized contributions to their communities and the entire state. We look forward to highlighting the efforts these honorees make.”
Award nominations will be accepted until July 7. To learn more, view past winners, and to submit nominations, click here.