Nominations are open for the 2025 Small Business Person of the Year! The deadline to nominate someone is March 7 and the deadline to submit an application is March 14.

Since 1990, the Small Business Person of the Year Award has recognized the outstanding contributions of small business people to the economy and overall progress of the New Braunfels trade area. To be eligible for nomination, the business person must meet the following criteria:

• Must own their business for a minimum of five years;
• Must be a member of the Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce for a minimum of five years;
• Must have been in the same business for a minimum of five years;
• Must exhibit community involvement for a minimum of five years; and
• Must have employed fewer than 50 employees during the past five years.

Selection for the award is based on evidence of an individual’s successful operation of a company and evidence of significant contribution to the community.

2025 Small Business Week sponsors

Past recipients