As July approaches, Winner Magazine and BNS News are preparing to launch the 2025 Most Influential Leader Vote, shining a spotlight on business leaders across Canada and the United States who are leaders in client experience in their industries and communities.
This voting opportunity is extended to select honorees featured on the BNS Best in Business list. To nominate a deserving business for recognition and eligibility, click here to submit a nomination.
Building on last year’s inspiring recognition of standout leaders like Gevorg Grigoryan (Southern California), Christina Mattina (Ontario), and Debbie Viano (Florida), this year’s program is set to highlight a new wave of entrepreneurs and professionals making an impact from coast to coast.
Nominees will be announced throughout the month of July, featuring professionals in sectors ranging from energy-efficient home construction in the Canadian Maritimes to roofing innovation in Texas, and holistic aesthetics in Georgia. These finalists have been selected based on public nominations, client feedback, and in-depth interviews that reveal the substance behind their leadership—integrity, service excellence, innovation, and resilience.
A Vote That Reflects Real Impact
The Most Influential Leader Vote gives clients, peers, and community members the opportunity to support leaders who stand out not just in performance, but in character and transparency. Each nominee’s profile includes insights from interviews published in Winner Magazine, offering a deeper look into their leadership philosophies, challenges, and long-term visions.
Through detailed reviews and honest conversations, the program seeks to highlight how business owners are building trust, solving real-world problems, and setting new standards in their fields.
What to Expect
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Final nominees will be announced weekly throughout July 2025
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Public voting opens mid-July across BNS and Winner Magazine platforms
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Winners will be revealed in August 2025, based on a combination of votes and qualitative feedback
We invite readers and clients to follow along, share their feedback, and vote for the leaders who are making a measurable difference—whether it's through community-focused healthcare, innovative construction practices, or the creation of empowering customer experiences.
To stay informed on nominee spotlights and upcoming announcements, subscribe to Winner Magazine or follow BNS News online.
If you know a business owner or professional who deserves to be featured in the BNS Best in Business list—and potentially nominated in future leadership votes—you can submit your nomination here.