Award Winners

The Jefferson Local Development Corporation (JLDC) recognizes outstanding businesses in Jefferson County through two annual awards:

Business of the Year

This award honors a business that exemplifies commitment to excellence, demonstrating:

  • Sustained operations and growth.
  • Expansion in workforce.
  • Active community involvement.

Recent recipients include:

  • 2024: Pickup USA, Mine Motel, M&M Vintage.
  • 2022: Settings Boutique.
  • 2021: Hardware Hank.
  • 2020: Marks Lumber.
  • 2019: The Legal Tender Pub & Bistro, Clancy, MT.

Innovative Business of the Year

This award celebrates businesses that have introduced innovative practices or products, contributing significantly to the local economy.

Recent honorees include:

  • 2022: Arctic Heat, Nature Story Montessori.
  • 2021: Flippin’ Family Fun.
  • 2020: KidZone Learning Center.
  • 2019: Montana Highland Lamb, Whitehall, MT; The Sweet Spot, Boulder, MT.

These awards underscore JLDC's dedication to fostering business excellence and innovation within Jefferson County.