2026 Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards

Over 200 amazing entrepreneurs have been honored by the E-Day Entrepreneurial Excellence awards program. E-Day is a Northwest Indiana regional tradition that began in 1991. The highlight of the event is the video profiles of our award recipients and their small businesses, telling their stories.

Thursday, November 12th, the E-Day Entrepreneurial Excellence awards will continue to honor the distinguished entrepreneurs who help propel the Northwest Indiana economy and those who support them on their journeys. It's a celebration of these small business owners and leaders who have contributed so much to our region.

The Class of 2026 will have recipients in these categories:

• Small Business Person of the Year
• Woman Owned Small Business
• Young Entrepreneur
• Veteran Owned Small Business
• Family-Owned Business
• Small Business Advocate
• Entrepreneurial Success
• Advocate for Youth Entrepreneurship
• Lifetime Achievement

The E-Day 2026 program will be provided in-person with a viewable video recording later on www.edayleaders.com

Pre-registration is required for this event. The event will be held at the Avalon Manor in Merrillville where lunch will be served.

If you would like to become a sponsor for this event or learn more , visit edayleaders.com or email northwest@isbdc.org to inquire.