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20 YEARS OF SPIRIT...

In 2022 We Celebrated the 20th Anniversary Legacy of The Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards!

AND THE AWARD GOES TO...

View the highlights of the 2022 Spirit Awards and Discover the Top Entrepreneurs that Inspired Us Through it All!

Nominations Are Open!

Nominate a TOP Inland Empire Innovator by AUGUST 14th!

Here Comes 2023!

SAVE-THE-DATE Nov 15th as We Gear Up for More Celebration of Innovation in the IE

Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The 21st Annual Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards
This year marks 21 years of celebrating The Spirit of the Entrepreneur! Join us this November for a memorable evening filled with inspiration and innovation at this black-tie gala as we recognize and hallmark the top business innovators of Inland Southern California.
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NOW ACCEPTING 2023 NOMINATIONS FOR INLAND EMPIRE ENTREPRENEURS!

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08.14.2023

NOMINATIONS CLOSE

Nomination season is here! We invite you to nominate an Inland Empire entrepreneur who deserves to be recognized for their successful venture. Self nominations are encouraged!

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09.2023

JUDGING RECEPTION

The Judging reception allows our judges to conduct direct one-on-one speed round sessions with the semi-finalists. Using background data along with this individual interaction, the judges determine the finalists who will be featured at the awards gala event.

10.06.2023

TICKETING OPENS

Tickets will go quickly so sign-up to receive Spirit Updates in order to be notified the moment ticketing opens to secure your seats to the premier event of the season. VIP Experience & Premier seating options will be available.

11.08.2023

FAST PITCH FINALS

A popular feature of each Spirit Awards event is the Garner Holt Student Fast Pitch Competition. Join us a week prior to the gala at none other than Garner Holt Productions to see which competing students will earn their spot to present to you on stage at the Spirit Awards!

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