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2026 Outstanding Growth Awards

Nominations for the 2026 Outstanding Growth Awards are now open!

The 2026 Outstanding Growth Awards will celebrate outstanding deals from the 2025 calendar year and recognize the individuals and organizations driving growth and leadership across West Michigan.

All nominations are due by Sunday, February 15, 2026.

If you’re unsure whether the company or individual you’d like to nominate meets the above criteria, please still complete the nomination form — eligibility will be confirmed during the review process.

For questions, please contact Denise Drost at ddrost@acg.org.

Deal of the Year

These deals are standout M&A transactions by deal size. Winning deals will be characterized not only by their value but also by their complexity, the perseverance shown by the parties involved, and the potential for growth. All deals must have been completed by December 31, 2025.

Deal size categories:

• Deal of the Year Under $10MM
• Deal of the Year Between $10–$20MM
• Deal of the Year Over $20MM

Note: The ACG Western Michigan Programming Committee is planning a May Signature Program highlighting select deals submitted. If you or others involved in this deal would be interested in participating, please select the box at the bottom of the form.

ACGWM Member of the Year

This award recognizes an ACGWM member who has made significant contributions to the association and our community throughout the year. The recipient will demonstrate exceptional leadership, commitment, and a substantial positive impact on the growth and prosperity of ACGWM.

NextGen Leader of the Year

This award recognizes a dynamic and promising leader under the age of 40 within the ACGWM community. It honors an individual who demonstrates remarkable leadership skills, innovative thinking, and a strong contribution to the growth and prosperity of ACGWM and West Michigan.

Outstanding Community Impact Award

This award honors an ACGWM member, past or present, who has profoundly impacted the chapter and the broader West Michigan community. This individual demonstrates exceptional leadership, initiative, and dedication that propels ACGWM forward and contributes meaningfully to the region’s business growth and vitality.