"Keep Key West Beautiful" Key West Chamber of Commerce & City of Key West Partnership
Effective January 2026, a partnership was formed with The City of Key West “Keep Key West Beautiful” program and The Key West Chamber of Commerce. The purpose is to recognize businesses south of White Street that are proud of their appearance and staff that are proud of the place where they live and work. The goal is to focus on the positive and encourage those who have lost the drive to excel to get reenergized and show pride.
BUSINESS PRIDE
Effective January 2026, a partnership was formed with The City of Key “Keep Key West Beautiful” program and The Key West Chamber of Commerce. The purpose is to recognize businesses south of White Street that are proud of their appearance and how they show it.
Throughout 2026, a minimum of one business will be recognized by The City and Chamber. Nominated businesses do not have to be a member of the Chamber and only need to be nominated once annually.
Do you or a neighboring business take extra care with the appearance of your business?
The award winning business will receive significant marketing for their business without having to do anything except filling out a form. The marketing will include press releases with guaranteed placement in print publications, inclusion in social media posts by The City and The Chamber and placement on the Chamber’s web site. The marketing will include pictures.
Throughout 2026, a minimum of one business will be recognized by The City and Chamber. Nominated businesses do not have to be a member of the Chamber and only need to be nominated once annually.
Do you or a neighboring business take extra care with the appearance of your business?
- Sweep the entrance/ sidewalks daily?
- Clean the mats daily?
- Clean the windows and doors daily?
- Create a welcoming entrance?
- Is keep clutter, signs and racks kept to a minimum and are neat and professional looking?
- Is trash is in proper receptacles in correct area?
- Does the business smell fresh and clean?
- Does the staff welcome guests when they enter the establishment?
The award winning business will receive significant marketing for their business without having to do anything except filling out a form. The marketing will include press releases with guaranteed placement in print publications, inclusion in social media posts by The City and The Chamber and placement on the Chamber’s web site. The marketing will include pictures.
PEOPLE PROUD
- Throughout 2026, a minimum of one person will be recognized by The City and Chamber. Nominated businesses do not have to be a member of the Chamber and persons only need to be nominated once annually.
- Do you know someone that exudes positive energy and enthusiasm ALL THE TIME?
- Do they greet each and every person entering the place of business?
- Do they answer questions with correct information and with enthusiasm?
- Do they “love Key West” in their interactions?
The award winning employee will receive significant marketing for the business they work for without having to do anything except filling out a form. The marketing will include press releases with guaranteed placement in print publications, inclusion in social media posts by The City and The Chamber and placement on the Chamber’s web site. The employee will be asked to complete a questionnaire so the marketing can share their story. Pictures will be included.
