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The Business Awards & Hall of Fame, presented by Abdo, is a premier celebration of the people, businesses, and organizations making a difference across Greater Mankato.This annual event brings together the business and community leaders who are shaping our region. From established businesses and longtime community leaders to emerging talent, innovative projects, and exciting new ideas, the evening recognizes outstanding achievements and celebrates the people moving Greater Mankato forward.
2026 Award Winners & Finalists
GREATER MANKATO GROWTH
Hall of Fame: First National Bank Minnesota
Business Legacy: MRCI
The Coolest Thing Made in Greater Mankato – Finalists:
Crown Beverage: Beverage Packing Ends
Door Engineering: FF30 Four-Fold Door
Capstone: Brain Candy Books
Development Project of the Year – Finalists:
Rolls-Royce Logistics Operations Center
VINE Faith in Action
Volk Distribution Center & Home Office
Talent Innovation Award: Rolls-Royce Solutions America, Inc.
VISIT MANKATO
Bring it Home: Makatoh Reconciliation and Healing Horse-Ride
Hospitality Award: The Dam Store Café
DOWNTOWN PARTNERSHIP OF MANKATO/NORTH MANKATO
Creative Placemaking: Old Town Mankato Day of the Dead
CityDesign: Beans Coffee House Roasterie
GREENSEAM
Seamed in Success: Wingert Land Services
Growing in the GreenSeam: Seven Sundays
THE ELEMENT OF SURPRISE
A couple of awards will keep you guessing until the big night! While finalists for Talent Innovation, Development Project of the Year, and The Coolest Thing Made in Greater Mankato have been announced, the winners will be revealed during the event.
For The Coolest Thing Made in Greater Mankato, finalists will also showcase their products at the event, giving attendees an up-close look at the contenders and an opportunity to cast their votes for the winner.
Be part of an evening celebrating the accomplishments, innovation, and people making Greater Mankato a great place to live, work, and do business.
Register Today: https://greatermankato.com/bahof/
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Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza,Mankato, Minnesota, United States
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