Nominations for Winsupply Award for Entrepreneurial Excellence Open through Friday, September 26, 2025

(DAYTON, OH) – The Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the Winsupply Award for Entrepreneurial Excellence. Launched in 2021, the Winsupply Award for Entrepreneurial Excellence recognizes emerging business leaders in the Dayton region who exemplify the American entrepreneurial spirit.

The American entrepreneurial spirit is a guiding belief in the power of individual problem solvers that have identified a market need, developed a product or service to address the need, and started and currently operate a business to deliver the product or service while assuming the majority of the risks and rewards of the business.

This award seeks to spotlight emerging entrepreneurs that are:

Individuals that have embraced risk, overcome significant challenges, and demonstrated unwavering perseverance in the creation and operation of a new business—often without widespread recognition.
Individuals whose efforts, driven by creativity, grit, and determination, have generated positive economic activity and employment growth in the Dayton region.
Individuals, who, through their innovation, resilience, and accomplishments, are making a meaningful impact on the local business community and helping to shape the region’s future.
Or, who are earlier in their entrepreneurial journey, yet already showing strong potential and meaningful impact.

Recipients will be recognized at the chamber’s November 14 Breakfast Briefing at NCR Country Club, receive special media exposure, and be featured in a professional video spotlight.

Nominations are open until Friday, September 26. Submit yours today at https://daytonchamber.org/services/business-resources/business-awards/winsupply-award-for-entrepreneurial-excellence/

The award is powered by Winsupply Inc., a leading supplier of plumbing supplies, HVAC equipment, pipe, tubing, water heaters, and more located in Dayton, OH. Since 1956, Winsupply has been eliminating obstacles and providing support to help courageous, capable, hardworking entrepreneurs succeed.

Previous Recipients:

2024
Sarah Jordan, Skuld LLC
Justin Simmons, Tony & Pete’s

2023
Danielle Edwards, Sweet P’s Ice Pops
Dr. Ken Edge, Infinity Labs

2022
Jeremy Turner, Apply Pressure Washing & Restoration
Betsy Westhafer, The Congruity Group

2021
Errin Siske, Spark Space Creative
Andrew Banks II, Performance Wraps

About Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce

The Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce brings together more than 2,200 businesses and organizations in a 14-county area surrounding Dayton, Ohio. The chamber strives to improve the region’s business climate and overall standard of living through public policy advocacy, economic development initiatives and providing networking and training opportunities for its members. Nationally awarded with “5-Star Accreditation” from the United States Chamber of Commerce, the Dayton Area Chamber is widely recognized for its innovative programs and outstanding contribution to positive change in the region. Information about the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce is available at daytonchamber.org or 937-226-1444.