MOTY Award Process

Step 1. The nomination period opens on Monday, June 1, 2026. Please complete all required fields and contact information on the Nomination Form by Friday, July 3, 2026, and ensure all information submitted is accurate. Once the form is complete, click submit.

After you submit the nomination form, it will be automatically routed to the MOTY Committee for review. Once approved, the designated company contact will receive an email from info@alabamamoty.org with a link to the official MOTY application and submission instructions. If you don’t see the email, please check your junk or spam folder.

Step 2: Review a sample MOTY application by clicking here. Companies must submit a completed application addressing all listed criteria to be considered.

Application Deadline:
Completed applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, July 24, 2026.

Judging Timeline:
Applications will be evaluated from Monday, July 27, through Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Finalists will be notified by Friday, August 28, following the conclusion of judging.

Awards Announcement and Ceremony:
Winners will be announced at the Manufacturer of the Year Awards Ceremony on Thursday, October 1, at the Montgomery Country Club from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Confidentiality:
All application materials will be held in strict confidence and used solely for judging purposes. Judges agree not to communicate, copy, or distribute any application information beyond the award administrator. An independent panel will evaluate each submission based solely on its content and quality. All questions must be fully completed for proper consideration.

Questions: Please get in touch with info@alabamamoty.org.

CRITERIA OUTLINE

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Why Nominate?

The Alabama Manufacturer of the Year Award winners exemplify the elite of manufacturing innovation, commitment to excellence, dedication to employees, and community development.

Apply for this prestigious award to:

Showcase Your Company's Story – Highlight the innovation, leadership, and accomplishments that set your organization apart within Alabama's manufacturing community.

Honor Your Workforce – Recognize the dedication, talent, and commitment of the employees who drive your success every day.

Celebrate Innovation and Achievement – Share groundbreaking initiatives, operational excellence, and significant milestones that have shaped your company's growth.

Join an Elite Group of Manufacturers – Earn recognition alongside some of Alabama's most respected and accomplished manufacturing organizations.

Gain Valuable Public Recognition – Receive statewide visibility and media attention for your company's achievements and contributions.

Elevate Alabama Manufacturing – Help showcase the strength, impact, and importance of manufacturing to Alabama's economy and future prosperity.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants must be manufacturing companies with operations in Alabama. Self-nominations are strongly encouraged. Previous Alabama Manufacturer of the Year Award winners may reapply after three (3) consecutive years of non-participation following the year in which they received the award.

MOTY Awards

Small Manufacturers (1 to 99 employees)

Medium Manufacturers (100 to 399 employees)

Large Manufacturers (400 or more employees)

Emerging Manufacturer of the Year Award (Maybe presented to one company per year that has been in operation for ten or fewer years and has demonstrated superior performance. The one winner could be from either the small, medium, or large categories.)