Your 2026 Idaho’s Best Checklist

Being named a nominee means your customers have noticed your hard work. Use this checklist to stay on track and prepare for the next stages of the awards program.

✅ Step 1: Claim Your Nomination

Claim your company’s nomination on our website to access your dashboard, receive updates, and confirm your business information.
👉 Claimed nominations may be given preference in the event of a tie.

✅ Step 2: Review Your Business Information

Once logged in, confirm that your business name, category, address, locations, and contact details are accurate.

✅ Step 3: Download Complimentary Graphics

Use the promotional graphics in your dashboard on social media, your website, in-store signage, and email newsletters.

✅ Step 4: Prepare for Voting (Opens February 10)

You may encourage people to vote, but voting must remain fair and cannot be incentivized. Helpful ways to spread the word include:

• Sharing the voting link on social media
• Thanking customers and inviting them to vote
• Posting signage in your business
• Sending a friendly email or text

✅ Step 5: Encourage Google Reviews Year-Round

Google reviews from the past 12 months play a major role in the awards process. Consistent, honest reviews help strengthen your presence year after year.

✅ Step 6: Watch for Finalist Announcements

After voting closes, results are reviewed to determine which nominees move forward as finalists. Watch your email and dashboard for updates.

✅ Step 7: Plan Ahead for the Awards Ceremony

Finalists will be invited to celebrate at the Idaho’s Best Awards Ceremony, taking place April 7–8 in Boise. Once finalists are announced, we’ll share which categories will be recognized on each night.

Tickets will be available soon and are expected to sell out.

You’re On Your Way

By following this checklist, you’ll be fully prepared for the next stages of the 2026 Idaho’s Best Awards. We can’t wait to celebrate with you.