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Honoring Ethics in Northern Indiana

The BBB Torch Awards for Ethics recognize businesses that demonstrate outstanding ethical practices in the marketplace, honoring companies that build trust with their community through integrity, transparency, and strong ethical leadership.

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 2026 Torch Award Celebration

Registration is now open!

Celebrate the 2026 Torch Awards with dinner, networking, and recognition of trust.

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Judging Criteria

Winners are chosen by a group of local business and community leaders who volunteer as judges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about the Torch Awards.

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Past Torch Award Recipients

Congratulations to the recipients of the BBB Torch Awards for Ethics!

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2026 Torch Awards Timeline

  • Nominations open:
    Online nominations begin on April 25, 2026.
  • Deadline to nominate:
    All nominations must be submitted by July 12, 2026.
  • Nominee notification and application:
    Nominees will be contacted with more details by July 17, 2026.
  • Deadline to submit applications:
    Applications must be submitted by August 12, 2026.
  • Judging:
    Nominations will be reviewed by a panel of judges, made up of local community members who are not employed by BBB Serving Northern Indiana. 
  • Finalists will be notified by September 13, 2026.
  • Finalists will schedule a time to record a promotional video with BBB Serving Northern Indiana before October 13, 2026.
  • Award Celebration:
    Finalists will be honored and winners will be announced during a special evening at Northern Indiana’s Annual Torch Awards for Ethics Celebration on October 22, 2026, at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum.