Category 1
Griswold Fire Protection,
BBB Pacific Southwest
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Four businesses are recognized for their outstanding commitment to leadership, character and organizational ethics. Winners will be honored at the BBB Trust Summit in Denver, Co on September 16, 2026.
Entrants compete within their business size category.
Category 1: 1 to 10 employees
ONE NINE Architecture is a design-driven architecture and interior design firm creating thoughtful and distinctive spaces rooted in collaboration, creativity, and purpose. The firm believes in the power of design to strengthen communities and demonstrates that commitment by dedicating between 10 and 30 percent of its professional services pro bono to individuals, communities, and nonprofit organizations that may not otherwise have access to thoughtful design.
Category 2: 11 to 99 employees
Roxi & Co. is a locally owned pet retailer and pet services company based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The company specializes in high-quality pet food and supplies, as well as professional dog waste cleanup services.
Roxi & Co. is committed to building lasting relationships with its customers, investing in its team, supporting local animal rescues and community organizations, and finding meaningful ways to give back. At the heart of the company is a simple belief: doing what is right for people, pets, and the community is always good business.
Category 3: 100 to 499 employees
Core Bank is a locally owned financial institution built around the belief that strong businesses create strong communities. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with locations throughout the Omaha and Kansas City metropolitan areas, Core Bank combines relationship-driven guidance and local expertise with responsive, forward-thinking financial solutions that help businesses grow, invest confidently, and build long-term stability.
Its commitment to Building Better extends beyond banking. By helping businesses thrive, Core Bank supports job creation, strengthens local economies, and contributes to more vibrant communities. The organization also invests its time and resources in the places it calls home, supporting local organizations and creating meaningful opportunities for employees to give back.
Category 4: 500 or more employees
Hy-Vee is an employee-owned corporation operating more than 540 business units across nine Midwestern states, with annual sales exceeding $14 billion. The supermarket chain is known for its commitment to quality, variety, convenience, healthy lifestyles, culinary expertise, and superior customer service.
Hy-Vee's more than 70,000 employees bring its promise of “A Helpful Smile in Every Aisle” to customers every day. The company's commitment to its employees, customers, and communities has earned national recognition, including being named among the top grocery stores in America by USA TODAY and to PEOPLE magazine's list of 100 Companies That Care.
Category 1
Griswold Fire Protection,
BBB Pacific Southwest
Category 2
Keep Smart Books, BBB Northern Colorado and Wyoming
Category 3
Macs Adventure, BBB Great West Pacific
Category 4
No finalists named
The finalists and award-winning companies were selected by an independent panel of business and ethics experts.
Entries are reviewed by an independent, voluntary panel of judges against four criteria.
Character
Of the organization's leadership.
Culture
If and how an authentic culture is fostered.
Customers
Transparent relationships with customers.
Community
Impact in the local community.
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