Industry Appreciation Awards
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10/24/2025
Now in its 33rd year, the Industry Appreciation Awards recognize Lee County’s top businesses and business leaders that drive the local economy, employ the workforce and shape their industries. The awards program is sponsored by the Horizon Foundation, Horizon Council and Lee County Economic Development.
The Industry Appreciation Awards will recognize winners and finalists in the following seven categories:
- Large Manufacturer of the Year
- Small Manufacturer of the Year
- Large Business of the Year
- Small Business of the Year
- Start Up of the Year
- Elevate Award
- Tech Catalyst Award
The Industry Appreciation Awards event will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, at Caloosa Sound Convention Center, 1375 Monroe St. in Fort Myers. Application forms are available at IndustryAppreciationAwards.com. Self-nominations are allowed.