Building a business from the ground up takes grit, vision, and relentless commitment to doing things the right way. The Spark Awards for Entrepreneurship recognize young businesses and entrepreneurs who prove that trust and integrity aren’t just for the established players—they’re the foundation for growth from day one.

If you’ve been in business for three years or less—or you’re an entrepreneur age 35 or younger—this is your chance to stand out as a leader who puts character at the core of your work.

Being named a Spark Awards finalist or winner doesn’t just celebrate where you’ve been—it shows your customers, your team, and your community that you’re building something worth believing in.

When you earn this recognition, you:

• Strengthen your reputation as a business people can trust

• Differentiate yourself from competitors in a crowded marketplace

• Attract customers, partners, and employees who value integrity

• Inspire confidence in investors and community supporters

• Share your story as a role model for the next generation of entrepreneurs

If you’re leading your business with purpose and transparency, we’d love to hear your story.

A past Spark Awards winner said: 

"Winning the Spark Award isn't just about recognition, it's a testament to the sleepless nights, the tireless drive to differentiate, and the relentless struggle to stay relevant. When I think about the significance of BBB Spark Awards, it's not just a trophy on the shelf, it represents the culmination of reflecting and rethinking our approach, one-off or completely weak strategic ideas, thoughts of defeat and giving up, and the hunger for change and constant improvement that truly matter and make a difference. It is an honor to have this award because it was not a popularity vote like other awards; it was an award that was given to me by people who share similar struggles and the hunger to thrive and give our community the best we have to offer."

— Josue Montenegro, Montenegro Painting & Construction