Photo of the winning group courtesy of the organization

The 2021 Manatee Small Business of the Year Awards was held on Tuesday, November 16 at the Bradenton Area Convention Center. This program recognizes small businesses and non-profit organizations for "quality and excellence" as exemplified by growth, productivity, customer service, job creation and overall contribution to the community. The Awards were hosted by the Manatee Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Presenting Sponsor Financial Access Federal Credit Union.

This year there were 230 nominations, and the 7 winners were chosen from among the 90 finalists. The Manatee Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 7 winners for 2021: Small Business – Category I to Vet Care Express Animal Ambulance; Small Business - Category II to Crystal Clean Green Cleaning; Small Business - Category III to Ellenton Discount Pharmacy; Small Business - Category IV to Florida Suncoast Real Estate, Inc.; Small Business – Category V to Shake Station Restaurant; Non-Profit – Category I to Take Stock in Children of Manatee County; and Non-Profit – Category II to Hope Family Services

To learn more about the Manatee Chamber of Commerce, visit manateechamber.com

Photo of the winning group courtesy of the organization