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2026 Most Admired Companies in Arizona Awards

Nominations are open until June 5, 2026 at 11:59 pm

When:

October 8, 2026 at 5:00 pm

Where:

Chateau Luxe
1175 E. Lone Cactus Dr.
Phoenix, AZ 85024

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Nominations will be open through June 5th, 2026.

Most Admired Companies is the most comprehensive and prestigious award program in Arizona.

Az Business magazine partners with BestCompaniesAZ in identifying the state’s Most Admired Companies — those companies that show strong leadership, a commitment to the communities, and concern for their employees and customers.

The awards program is designed to recognize the contributions and impact that Arizona’s best employers bring to our great state.

Categories include:

Workplace Culture
Leadership Excellence
Social Responsibility
Customer Opinion
Innovation

Recognition and Celebration

MAC Honorees will enjoy widespread recognition and will be showcased in the September/October 2026 issue of Az Business magazine.

Honorees will be celebrated and Spotlight winners announced at a special awards dinner:

5:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Chateau Luxe (1175 E. Lone Cactus Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85024). View Google Maps.

Most Admired Companies of 2026 Nomination Form
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Company Information
In 200 words or less please give an overview of the company which you're nominating (i.e. mission, vision, values, etc.). Briefly describe how this company has made an impact on the economy in the lives of its employees and within the community.
Nominated Company Description*
Name of Nominated Company*
Nominated Company Primary Contact's First Name*
Nominated Company Primary Contact's Last Name*
Nominated Company Primary Contact Email*
Nominated Company Primary Phone Number*
Industry*
# of Employees in Arizona:
Headquarter Location (City, State):
Public or Private Company:
Years Established in Arizona:
Title of Company Leader (CEO, President, etc.)
First Name of Company Leader
Last Name of Company Leader
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If the company is selected for a spotlight award, check the top three categories that best showcase the company's strengths:
Leadership Excellence
Workplace Culture
Corporate and Social Responsibility
Customer Opinion
Innovation
Name, email, phone number for PR contact, if applicable
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Leadership Excellence:
Please tell us about the leadership of the business in Arizona. (100-200 words)*
Workplace Culture:
Please describe the Arizona workplace culture and list awards received in this area, if applicable. (100-200 words)*
Corporate and Social Responsibility:
Please describe how the company supports the Arizona community and environment through its corporate giving and philanthropic programs. (100-200 words)*
Customer Opinion:
Please tell us what customers have to say about the Arizona office. List any internal or external customer service awards won. (100-200 words)*
Innovation:
1. In this section, we are looking for fresh new ideas (something new, original or improved) that create value for the company. Specifically, what innovative idea(s), or new program, product, process, service, policy, etc. makes the company unique. (100-200 words)*
What separates the company from its competition? (100-200 words)*
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Please upload 1-5 photos that best reflect the company.

Multiple photos should be uploaded as a .zip file, clearly marked with the Company Name and MAC Awards 2026.

Preferred formats: .jpg files for the photos (minimum 1500 pixels wide)

2026 Most Admired Companies in Arizona Awards

Most Admired Companies of 2026 Nomination Form

Company Information

Title of Company Leader (CEO, President, etc.)

Nomination Form Must Be Completed In Its Entirety - Continue Below

Leadership Excellence:

Workplace Culture:

Corporate and Social Responsibility:

Customer Opinion:

Innovation:

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