Get ready for the 45th Annual Small Business Awards—returning May 7, 2026! Building on last year’s Blueprint for Brilliance, the next chapter of our three-part theme is The Fire of Determination — a celebration of the passion, perseverance, and unstoppable drive that keeps Topeka and Shawnee County’s small businesses pushing forward. Show your support for the businesses that inspire you—nominations are closed, but you can still purchase a ticket to cheer your favorite local entrepreneur on and help shine a spotlight on the determination igniting success in our community!