Greater Rochester Chamber IGNITE Award

Celebrating Greater Rochester's best and brightest young leaders.

The Greater Rochester Chamber IGNITE Award honors young professionals who strive toward the highest levels of personal and professional accomplishment, who excel in their chosen field, devote time and energy to their community in a meaningful way, and forge paths of leadership for others to follow. Save the date for our 2023 Ceremony on Thursday, August 3, 2023.

Announcing the 2022 IGNITE Award Recipient

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2023 Greater Rochester Chamber IGNITE Award

Applications for the 2023 Greater Rochester Chamber IGNITE Award are now open until Monday, June 5, 2023. Tickets are also on sale for the award ceremony on Thursday, August 3 at Lincoln Hill Farms.

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Put your brand in front of the newest up-and-coming leaders in the Greater Rochester/Finger Lakes region by sponsoring the Greater Rochester Chamber IGNITE Award that recognizes young professionals in the region.

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Selection Criteria

The Greater Rochester Chamber IGNITE Award applicant between the age of 21 – 40 years must meet each of the following three criteria to apply for this award:

Professional Leadership

Demonstrates excellence and leadership in their business or profession

Community Service

Gives back to the larger community by their contribution and/or support

Personal & Professional Recognition

Awards/Honors received for their work and contribution to the greater Rochester business community

Selection Process

The Greater Rochester Chamber IGNITE Award Selection Committee pre-screens nominations to ensure all required information is included. A group of finalists is determined based on the award criteria and supporting documentation provided in the application package. Final selection of the Greater Rochester Chamber IGNITE Award winner is made by a Selection Committee consisting of a diverse group of leaders from the Greater Rochester business community.

For more information, please contact Cassidy Franklin or read over our frequently asked questions.