For 39 years, the Sterling Awards have stood as the gold standard for recognizing business excellence in Scottsdale. Produced by the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce, the awards recognize leadership within the local business world and honor organizations that help build a vibrant and prosperous community through business leadership.
The 2025 honorees announced last month at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Resort exemplify exactly why this city continues to set the bar for innovation, community stewardship, and economic vitality.
The rigorous selection process; featuring in-depth applications, on-site facility tours, and formal presentations to 23 volunteer judges, makes the Sterling Awards among the most credible business recognitions in the metro Phoenix area. This year’s winners represent the very best of what makes Scottsdale thrive.
E Squared Marketing took home the Micro Business Award, demonstrating how emerging businesses can achieve success through innovation, creativity, and collaboration. In the Small Business category, Elontec was recognized for their exceptional innovation and professionalism while making meaningful contributions to the community. Windom Security Strategies Today earned the Big Business Award for their significant impact on both their employees and the broader economic fabric of Scottsdale. And Scottsdale Arts captured the Non-Profit Award for their outstanding contributions to the social, cultural, and educational well-being of the community.
The impressive roster of finalists deserves recognition as well, most notably Scottsdale Community Bank: an organization with the kind of committed stakeholders who strengthen Scottsdale’s business ecosystem through their dedication to both excellence and community service.
As Chamber President and CEO Mark Stanton noted, “The Sterling Awards continue to be a tribute to the vision and dedication that define Scottsdale’s business community. Each finalist and honoree represents the very best of what it means to lead with purpose in our community.”
These awards aren’t just about celebrating past achievements; they’re about inspiring the next generation of business leaders to maintain Scottsdale’s reputation as one of the finest cities in the United States. The honorees and finalists prove that success isn’t measured solely by profit margins but by the lasting impact organizations make on their employees, customers, and neighbors.
Scottsdale’s excellence isn’t accidental. It’s built by businesses that choose innovation over complacency, community service over isolation, and long-term stewardship over short-term gains. The Sterling Awards shine a well-deserved spotlight on organizations that embody these values, reminding us all why Scottsdale continues to attract world-class talent and investment.
Congratulations to all the 2025 honorees and finalists; you represent the very best of Scottsdale.