Excellence in Business Award
Presented by Kaiser Permanente
Awarded to a San Francisco-based company, or company with a major presence in the city, that has shown remarkable profitability and stability, and which exemplifies excellent corporate citizenship in giving back to the communities in which it operates and in a corporate culture that enhances the lives of its employees.

Innovation through Technology Award
Presented by Microsoft
Awarded to a business that is technology-led and/or that looks to IT to solve problems and increase efficiency. Criteria include the industry the business operates in, what new technology has been implemented and the issue or goal it has addressed and the impact that the technology has had on all aspects of the business and the communities the business serves.

Emerging Growth Award
Presented by Williams-Sonoma Inc.
Awarded to a San Francisco small business or emerging-growth company that has demonstrated a capacity for creativity and innovation, experienced growth and established itself as a leader in its industry.

Build SF Award
Presented by Wells Fargo
Awarded to a bricks-and-mortar project developed in San Francisco that will enhance or is compatible with the Chamber's interest in economic development, housing, transportation and quality of life.

Small Business Award
Presented by Pacific Gas & Electric Co.
Awarded to a small, San Francisco business that exemplifies the diversity of products and services that give San Francisco's neighborhoods their special flair and/or is an example of the entrepreneurial spirit, and that demonstrates an investment in the city's future.

Economic Development Award
Presented by Virgin America
Awarded to a company or organization that is substantially contributing, or will greatly contribute, to the economic vitality of San Francisco through creating new jobs and opportunities, advancing a new industry or revitalizing a sector or neighborhood of the city.