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For the past 19 years, the HWCC Annual Business Awards has been more than just an event—it’s been a living tribute to that journey. Each year, over 500 participants, including business owners, professionals, and community leaders, gather to celebrate the remarkable achievements that reflect the heart and soul of Wisconsin's Hmong and AAPI communities.

In 2024, we acknowledge not only where we’ve been, but also where we’re going. The HWCC Annual Business Awards continues to be a powerful reminder that “Together, We Build Our Future.” This event offers and continues to provide a chance to honor the achievements that inspire us, and look ahead to the opportunities that lie before us.

As we look toward 2025, we prepare to mark a historic milestone—50 years since the end of the Vietnam War and the beginning of the Hmong and Southeast Asian communities’ arrival in the United States. This anniversary will be a time of deep reflection and powerful recognition, as we honor the courage, resilience, and contributions of the Hmong and Southeast Asians who began a new chapter in America and helped shape the vibrant communities we know today. We will commemorate this legacy and continue building a future defined by strength, unity, and hope.

Five key recognition’s will be awarded: Business of the Year, Emerging Small Business of the Year, New Startup Business of the Year, Professional of the Year, and Young Professional of the Year. These serve not only as a celebration of excellence but also as a tribute to the generations who laid the foundation for the vibrant communities we see today.