2026 Small Business Awards Gala

The 2026 Washington State Small Business Awards Gala, held during National Small Business Week, is the largest annual state-wide event that recognizes outstanding entrepreneurs and small businesses in our state.

The Gala is hosted by the Greater Seattle Chapter of SCORE, an all-volunteer nonprofit organization, dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through free mentorship and education.

Award winners in a variety of categories will be recognized by the SCORE Washington District, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), the Women’s Business Centers (WBCs), the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) and the Seattle District of the Small Business Administration (SBA).

Complimentary wine, beer, and mixed drinks

Tray passed appetizers will be served

• Brie Tartlet caramelized onion sweet cherry jam & toasted almond
• Chicken Saltimbocca Bites, fresh sage & imported prosciutto
• Shrimp Tempura sweet chili dipping sauce
• Almond Stuffed Fresh Medjool Dates

Dine under the planes in the Great Gallery. The following items are included in the ticket price:

Classic Caesar Salad - basil oil focaccia crisps, shaved parmesan, slow roasted tomatoes, Caesar dressing

Basket of Rolls and Butter

Choice of Entree

• Grilled Herb Crusted Salmon Filet - with citrus butter, gruyere cheese dauphine potatoes, spring vegetables
• Braised Beef Short Ribs - bourbon-shallot demi, smoked gouda whipped potatoes, spring vegetables
• Roasted Red Bell Pepper - kale, garbanzo beans, pomegranate seeds, pearl pasta, tzatziki sauce (vegan option without tzatziki is available as well)

• Flourless Decadence Torte - rasperry crème anglaise chantilly cream

• Willamette Apple Frangipane Tart - vanilla crème anglaise

Drinks

• Complemintary premium red and white wine
• Coffee, decaffeinated coffee, hot tea

For those who would like to attend the event, but are not interested in becoming a sponsor, they can purchase one or more tickets:

Individual Ticket $ 200

Many have asked about the dress code for the Gala. There is no strict dress code, but generally speaking, it is "Dressy Casual".

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Host or Publisher SCORE Greater Seattle Chapter