About the Award
In an effort to continue the promotion of economic growth and prosperity for all, The Business Council of New York State launched the Minority and Women's Business Award in 2022. We believe the opportunity for economic growth must be given to all employers, regardless of race or creed. The Minority and Women's Business Award was designed to honor minority, women, and LGBTQ businesses by recognizing their history and success. Businesses are nominated for the award by their state legislators.
A handful of finalists are announced each September and the award is presented at The Business Council's Annual Meeting at The Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing.
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2026 Minority and Women's Business Award Finalists |
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FINALISTHedonist Artisan Chocolates and Ice Cream | RochesterOwner: Jennifer PoseyNominated by: Assembly Member Harry Bronson |
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FINALISTImmanuel Restaurant INC | BrooklynOwner: Yonayka Bryant GreenNominated by: Assembly Member Nikki Lucas |
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FINALISTPanash Catering & Events | RosedaleOwner: Annette RuncieNominated by: Senator James Sanders |
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FINALISTPopli Design Group | PenfieldOwner: Om PopliNominated by: Assembly Member Jennifer Lunsford |
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FINALISTUrubamba Restaurant | Jackson HeightsOwners: Carlos and Estela AstorgaNominated by: Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas
2026 Nominees
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