NAPLES, FL – February 27, 2024 – The largest online referral network for small businesses, Alignable.com announced the results of its national search for leaders who’ve gone above and beyond guiding peers and supporting entire communities as they strive to support small businesses across the country.
Again this year, Alignable’s network has chosen Sandra Simmons of Money Management Solutions, Inc. as Naples, Florida’s 2024 Business Person Of The Year! Sandra is well-known for helping her fellow business owners, new startup companies, and the many Veteran-centric organizations in Collier County.
The 2024 contest is the most popular competition Alignable has ever hosted, marking a major increase in participation over last year. Alignable actually had 5,171 First Place winners across 4,820 towns and cities in the U.S. and Canada. The winners were elected by their peers to be their Local Business People Of The Year.
Overall, this year’s contest was the most active with the highest number of tight races we have ever seen. Fortunately, most competitors remained supportive and friendly. That’s the name of the game in this contests, which showcases all kinds of upbeat, and helpful small business owners.
The contest continues to be more popular every year and it’s often cited as the best and most fast-paced networking event most local business owners ever experience.
It’s a celebration of the most giving small business owners, while also serving as an uplifting networking frenzy, where new business relationships are born. In 2024, more than 309,000 votes were cast from January 8th to February 23rd. That’s 83,000 more votes than in 2023!
Giving Is The Glue That Holds Us Together
“Helping others is what I love most about being a business cash flow coach. I am grateful for the support of so many great entrepreneurs who voted for me and made this award possible.
Simmons received a special badge on her Alignable profile, recognizing this big win. In past years, the awareness generated through similar contests has spurred expanded connections, as well as new business for many winners.
