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Celebrating North Iowa's entrepreneurs

Entrepreneur Gala

The 2024 Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala

The Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala celebrates the entrepreneurs who make our communities a great place to work and live.

The 2024 Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala will take place on October 3, 2024 at North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City. Entrepreneurs and businesses across North Iowa are invited to apply for four awards categories: Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year, the Innovation Award, and Business of the Year.

 

The 2024 Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala Awards

Entrepreneur of the Year Award – The Entrepreneur of the Year Award recognizes the success, dedication, and contributions to the community by a North Iowa entrepreneur.

Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award– The Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award recognizes the accomplishments of a North Iowa entrepreneur under the age of 40.

Student Entrepreneur Award - This award recognizes a student entrepreneur who exemplifies the entrepreneurial spirit through the achievement of business ownership. Must be a North Iowa student enrolled in High School or College taking college credit classes to be eligible.

Business of the Year Award The Business of the Year Award recognizes a North Iowa company for overall achievement in innovation, vision, growth, and skill.

Innovation Award– The Innovation Award honors North Iowa businesses who are industry leaders in developing and implementing emergent technology.