About the Wisconsin BBB Spark Awards

Recognizing the hard work of Wisconsin's new business owners.

At the heart of a trustworthy marketplace are entrepreneurs creating businesses that will transform and enhance the communities they serve. The BBB Spark Award is an international award that honors eligible social entrepreneurs, startup founders and new business owners that embody and cultivate the Three C's of Trust: Character, Culture and Community. These individuals are the future of a trusted marketplace.

Funding for the Wisconsin BBB Spark Awards for Entrepreneurship is provided by the generous support of donors to Better Business Bureau Serving Wisconsin.

Apply & Nominate Online

The deadline for application is February 28, 2025 at 4:00pm.

Who is Eligible?

A business is eligible to apply if it has at least one business owner under the age of 35 before 2/28/2025, OR the business is less than three years in operation before 2/28/2025 under the operation of a business owner of any age.

Questions?