Seventeen local businesses were recognized last Thursday at the 2025 Small Business Awards, held Thursday, July 31, at the Montrose Pavilion. The annual event celebrates excellence in entrepreneurship and the vital role small businesses play in the Montrose community.
The event was hosted by Our Town Matters in partnership with the City of Montrose, the Montrose Development and Revitalization Team (DART), the Montrose Business Times, and Atlasta Solar Center.
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In addition to the business awards, a special Small Business Hall of Fame presentation was made to Jim Elder, founder of ElderAdo Financial. Elder, a longtime business leader in Montrose, announced during the ceremony that he has recently transitioned ownership of the business to his daughter, Jaimee Carnes.
Carnes spoke during the event, thanking the Montrose community for its support and for honoring the business’ legacy.
The awards event featured food, networking, and a celebration of small business resilience, innovation, and impact in the region.
Honorees for this year’s awards included:
Atha Team – Keller Williams
Blackout Graphics
Davis Service Center
Elite Dog Walking
Glass Doctor of Montrose
Great Outdoors Company
Jack The Clipper, By Kelly
Lambert & Associates
Merritt Contracting Solutions
Ouray Silversmiths
Parish Oil
Peak Professionals
Soak Wellness Spa
The Screen Medic
The Stone House
Trek Bicycle Montrose
