MONROE — Green County Development Corporation (GCDC) is now accepting nominations for special awards to honor those who have made an outstanding contribution to our business community. Nominations are due Tuesday, Sept. 6.

Any individual, group or business may nominate a business or leader, and businesses and individuals may nominate themselves. Businesses and individuals from throughout Green County are eligible. To nominate a business or individual, visit greencountyedc.com and look for this information on nominations. It includes a link for a fillable form under the News tab. A link to a PDF version is also available to print, fill out and mail. A list of past winners is also included. 

More information and assistance are available by emailing gcdc@tds.net or calling 608.328.9452. 

The awards will be announced and presented during GCDC’s Annual Dinner, planned for October. Details on this event will be released in the near future.

GCDC, a multi-jurisdictional economic development corporation, was formed to bring professional economic development expertise to its member communities to create a competitive advantage to spur job creation and new investments. The organization is building the economic future of Green County communities and businesses through public-private partnerships. For more information, visit GCDC at www.greencountyedc.com.

The awards are:

●  The Outstanding Business of the Year, which honors a business that has demonstrated an exemplary commitment to Green County’s economic growth. This business will have made a significant improvement to strengthen its market position or have overcome an obstacle affecting the company’s ability to grow.

●  The Entrepreneurial Spirit Award, which honors an entrepreneur with a hunger for opportunity, a growth mindset, a willingness to learn, a willingness to find solutions to challenges and problems, and a strong work ethic.

●  The Richard B. Schmied Leadership Award, which honors an individual who exemplifies the character of a true leader.