Each year, St. Croix Economic Development Corporation recognizes outstanding businesses and organizations in our community.

Awards are given in these categories: 

NOMINATIONS FOR NEXT YEAR’S BANQUET WILL OPEN IN FALL

Criteria:

Points will be awarded in five main categories: Innovation & Growth, Financial Performance, Community Impact, County Impact and Overall Excellence. Points will be awarded for recent noteworthy accomplishments, which may include milestone anniversaries, physical plant expansions, the introduction of new product lines, increases in employment, sales growth, the implementation of new training programs, export sales, or any other significant achievements. Additionally, points will be given for contributions to enhance the community, such as participation in community projects, services provided to area youth, educational programs, and other initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life in the county. 

All operations must have a location in St. Croix County or in the City of River Falls (all within the incorporated area of the City of River Falls are eligible). Nominations are accepted each fall and winners are announced in January. They are celebrated at our annual banquet each February!

Guidelines: 

• Nominations were accepted from Monday, September 28, 2026, and close on Tuesday, December 1, 2026. 

• The honorees will be announced in January and recognized in February at the SCEDC Banquet located at Ready Randy’s. 

• Companies may, and are encouraged to nominate themselves. Multiple submissions do not increase the odds of a company being selected. 

 See the past winners: