It always feels great to be recognized for a job well done.

But in the business world — and most especially among enterprises that value innovation — applying for professional recognitions is about “dollars and sense.”

Professional awards “provide a stamp of approval that resonates with customers, partners and competitors alike,” Alan Waters, director of marketing and communications for the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce wrote in a recent article that outlines all of the good that can come from winning.

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Elana Ashanti Jefferson

Elana Ashanti Jefferson serves as ALM's PropertyCasualty360 Group Chief Editor. She is a veteran journalist and communications professional. Reach her by sending an e-mail to [email protected].

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