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The BBB Awards for Excellence are presented to BBB Accredited Businesses and Charities in recognition of their outstanding commitment to exceptional standards in relationships to their consumers, employees, suppliers, competitors, shareholders, and surrounding communities. Seven awards are presented to East Texas businesses and nonprofits, including one minority-owned business, one business start-up and one business which is owned by a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Do you have a favorite business or charity that you think deserves to be highlighted in the community? Why not nominate them?
All nominations are due November 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Spark Award honors business owner under 35 years old or any business operating less than three years who lead with the "Three C's": Character, Culture, and Community. It celebrates new businesses building a foundation of trust in the marketplace
Winning a BBB Spark Award is a signal to the community that your business meets a higher standard of trust. As the voice of trust in the business community, your story is promoted as a winner of our BBB Spark Award throughout the community, including in-person BBB events, social media, and media advertising. Our intention is to lift up your story as a beacon of inspiration to others to build trustworthy businesses. You are the model.
*BBB Accreditation is NOT required to apply, but applicants need a minimum of a "B" rating with the East Texas Better Business Bureau before applying.
All nominations are due November 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Past Winners
2026 Category Winners
Tyler Racquet Club (Small Business)
C. Woods Company (Mid-Sized Business)
Heaton Eye Associates (Large Business)
Gameday Men's Health Tyler (Minority-Owned)
Quick Strike Media (Veteran-Owned)
New York Pizza Pasta Bistro (BBB Spark Award)
Bethesda Health Clinic (Nonprofit)
Previous Winners
Small Business: Gecko Pest Control
Mid-Sized Business: Realty One Group Rose
Large Business: Delek US-Tyler
Minority-Owned: Enchanted Medical Spa
Veteran-Owned: L&L Asphalt Corporation
BBB Spark Award: Restorative Healthcare
Nonprofit: Champions for Children
Small Business: Pro-Tech Services A/C and Heating
Mid-Sized Business: John Gentry Integra Insurance
Large Business: Meadow Lake Senior Living
Minority-Owned: Mikoto Ramen Bar and Sushi
Veteran-Owned: Air Chandler
BBB Spark Award: River's Handyman Services
Nonprofit: Children's Advocacy Center of Smith County
Small Business: Sidnetworks
Mid-Sized Business: Cut Up Debt, LLC.
Large Business: East Texas Refrigeration County
Minority-Owned: Boba-loompia!
Veteran-Owned: Kelly's Tattoos
BBB Spark Award: Mosquito Hunters of Tyler-Palestine
Nonprofit: East Texas Food Bank
Small Business: Innovative Pest Control
Mid-Sized Business: Moon Fencing
Large Business: Henry & Peters CPA
Veteran-Owned: Tyler Roofing Co.
BBB Spark Award: River's Handyman Services
Nonprofit: People Attempting to Help (P.A.T.H.)
Interested in sponsoring the 2027 Awards?
Sponsorship levels
Limit 1
Price: $10,000
Company representative announces BBB Awards winner in the Large Business Category on televised program which receives an average of 80,000 views.
Two 30-second commercial spots at the first and last break of the program.
Company name announced and logo presented before and after every commercial break.
The 2027 BBB Awards for Excellence...Presented by <your company>”)BBB Awards for Excellence presented by <company name>on all press releases for awards program. (minimum 3)
Company logo and name announced in BBB Awards for Excellence TV and social media promos
Company logo on all BBB Awards nomination and voting platforms.
Company logo on all promotional materials, including radio spots and email sent to approximately 2,500 East Texas businesses.
Company logo placed on billboard advertising (largest placement) which receives over 1.8 million views during BBB Awards promotional period.
Limit 4
Price: $5,000
Company representative announces BBB Awards winner in the Mid-Size Business, Veteran-Owned, Minority-Owned or Nonprofit Category (whichever is available) on televised program which receives an average of 80,000 views.
Company name announced and logo presented before and after every commercial break.
Company listed on all press releases for awards program. (minimum 3)
Company logo and name announced in BBB Awards for Excellence TV and social media promos
Company logo on all BBB Awards nomination and voting platforms.
Company logo on all promotional materials, including email sent to approximately 2,500 East Texas businesses.
Company logo placed on billboard advertising which receives over 1.8 million views during BBB Awards promotional period.
Limit 4
Price: $2,500
Company representative announces BBB Awards winner in the Small or Spark (start-up) Award Category (whichever is available) on televised program which recieves an average of 80,000 views.
Company name announced and logo presented before and after every commercial break.
Company name listed on all press releases for awards program. (minimum 3)
Company logo and name announced in BBB Awards for Excellence TV and social media promos
Company logo on all BBB Awards nomination and voting platforms.
Company logo on all promotional materials, including email sent to approximately 2,500 East Texas businesses.
Company name listed on billboard advertising which receives over 1.8 million views during BBB Awards promotional period.
No Limit
Price: $1,500
Company name announced before and after every commercial break.
Company name listed on all press releases for awards program. (minimum 3)
Company name listed in BBB Awards for Excellence TV and social media promos
Company name listed on all BBB Awards nomination and voting platforms.
Company listing on all promotional materials, including email sent to approximately 2,500 East Texas businesses.