Visit Lake Geneva
IMPACT AWARDS 2026

VISIT Lake Geneva is pleased to announce the opening of nominations for its 2026 Impact Awards. For over 50 years, since 1974, VISIT Lake Geneva has used this annual occasion to honor those who have made positive and significant impacts on the quality of life in the Lake Geneva community.

Members of the community are invited to nominate a person, business, or organization in any of these five esteemed award categories:

OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD

Presented to a person who represents the Lake Geneva region at its very best, consistently making a positive difference.

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD

Presented to a business or organization that exemplifies excellence in business culture and embodies social responsibility by giving back to the local community.

COMMUNITY BETTERMENT AWARD

Presented to a non-profit organization that enhances and improves the quality of life in the Lake Geneva region.

HOSPITALITY AWARD

Presented to a person or business who exemplifies outstanding customer service, care, and hospitality.

RISING STAR AWARD

A person, organization, or business who, in 5 years or less in their respective field, has made a substantial impact in their profession.

Award recipients will be announced and celebrated at VISIT Lake Geneva’s Annual Partnership Dinner in October. Click the image below to submit your nomination. 

_{Please note: The number of nominations submitted for a business, organization, or individual does not increase their likelihood of being selected. What matters most is the quality and thoughtfulness of the nomination itself. A single, well-written and sincere nomination can make a meaningful impact and provide the Visit Lake Geneva Board with all they need to thoughtfully consider each candidate for this year’s Impact Awards.}

Learn about our 2025 Impact Award winners HERE>.

^{Above: Meet the Class of 2025! This is a dedicated group of individuals representing some amazing businesses and organizations that embody the very best of the Lake Geneva region. From left to right are; Nick Vorpagel with Lake Geneva Country Meats | Dave Desimone with Black Point Estate and Gardens | Donald Driver | Daniel Kunes with Kunes Auto Group (on behalf of Gregg Kunes) | Emily Willert with SMILES, Inc. | KoKo Cooper Langan and Jennifer Grunow with Tree House Child and Family Center}