Welcome to the Michigan Celebrates

Small Business Application System

Welcome to the application system for Michigan Celebrates Small Business (MCSB).

The 2025 Michigan Celebrates Small Business conference and awards will be held on April 21 & 22, 2025 in Lansing and East Lansing. Small business owners and supporters come from across Michigan to collaborate and celebrate the state’s vibrant small business community.

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Annually, Michigan Celebrates Small Business recognizes small businesses in a variety of industries and regions whose growth is supporting Michigan's economy. Every small business is unique. MCSB awards honor the many different ways that small businesses demonstrate excellence across the state. The following awards are offered annually:

• Michigan 50 Companies to Watch
• Michigan 50 Companies to Watch Alumni Awards
  • Great Place to Work
  • Strategically Focused
• Michigan SBDC Best Small Business Awardees (Nominations submitted by the Michigan SBDC and not open to the public)
• Veteran-Owned Small Business Awards
• Minority-Owned Small Business Awards
• Women-Owned Small Business Awards
• Disability-Owned Small Business Awards (NEW for 2025)
• Micro Business Awards (NEW for 2025)

Nominated veteran-owned, minority-owned, women-owned, and disability-owned businesses will be considered for the Michigan 50 Companies to Watch award if they meet the qualifications.

For more information about Michigan Celebrates Small Business, qualifications for each award, and 2025 Conference and Awards Gala details, visit our website.

Note: If you are viewing this via mobile please click the menu button to nominate a company for a MCSB Award. If you are a nominee, you can begin filling out your application by doing the same.