Northwest Indiana Business Magazine is proud to recognize and reward business excellence with our annual Best of Business Awards. Our program is an opportunity for our readers to come together and celebrate the very best of the best in Northwest Indiana and Michiana. Through innovation, customer service, community engagement, and more, we believe every business has something unique to offer.
Honorees are chosen by readers of Northwest Indiana Business Magazine. Visit our voting process page to learn more about how the winners are chosen.
2025 Results
Banking and Financial
Recognizing excellence in banking and finance, this category includes banks, credit unions, investment firms and financial advisers. These businesses provide services like banking, lending, investment management and financial planning.
Best Bank for Business
What is the best bank for business?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Centier Bank
Winner: Michiana
1st Source Bank
Best Bank for Customer Service
What is the best bank for customer service?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Centier Bank
Winner: Michiana
1st Source Bank
Best Institution for Obtaining a Business Loan
What is the best institution for obtaining a business loan?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Centier Bank
Winner: Michiana
1st Source Bank
Best Credit Union
What is the best credit union?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Tech Credit Union
Winner: Michiana
Notre Dame Federal Credit Union
Best Accounting Firm
What is the best accounting firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
McMahon & Associates CPAs P.C.
Winner: Michiana
Kruggel Lawton CPAs
Best Wealth Management Advisory Firm
What is the best wealth management advisory firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Centier Bank
Winner: Michiana
1st Source Bank
Best Business Investment Firm
What is the best business investment firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Centier Bank
Winner: Michiana
1st Source Bank
Business Services
Highlighting businesses that support other enterprises, this category includes consulting firms, marketing agencies, accounting services and technology solutions providers. These companies offer expertise and resources to foster growth and success for their clients.
Best Place to Purchase Office Furniture
What is the best place to purchase office furniture?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
HDW, an Office Interiors Company
Winner: Michiana
Office Interiors
Best Place to Purchase Office Equipment and Supplies
What is the best place to purchase office equipment and supplies?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Pulse Technology
Winner: Michiana
US Business Systems
Best Information Technology Consulting Firm
What is the best information technology consulting firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Pulse Technology
Winner: Michiana
US Business Systems
Best Ad Agency or Marketing Firm
What is the best ad agency/marketing firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
VIA Marketing
Winner: Michiana
Sera Group
Best Graphic or Web Design Firm
What is the best graphic/web design firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
IdeaSeat
Winner: Michiana
Sera Group
Best Commercial Printer
What is the best commercial printer?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Miss Print
Winner: Michiana
Reprographic Arts
Best Employee Staffing Firm
What is the best employee staffing firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Staff Source
Winner: Michiana
TalentSource
Best Telecommunications Firm
What is the best telecommunications firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
MTA / Midwest Telecom of America
Winner: Michiana
US Business Systems
Best Internet Provider
What is the best internet provider?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
MTA / Midwest Telecom of America
Winner: Michiana
Surf Internet
Community and Education
Celebrating organizations dedicated to community enrichment and education, this category includes nonprofits, community centers and educational institutions. Also find categories for minority-, veteran- and women-owned businesses.
Best Company to Work for
What is the best company to work for?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Urschel Laboratories Inc.
Winner: Michiana
Horizon Bank
Best University for a Technology Degree
What is the best university for a technology degree?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Purdue University Northwest
Winner: Michiana
Ivy Tech Community College
Best University to Attain an MBA
What is the best university to attain an MBA?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Valparaiso University
Winner: Michiana
University of Notre Dame
Best University Online Degree Program
What is the best university online-degree program?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Indiana University Northwest
Winner: Michiana
IU South Bend
Best Minority-owned Business
What is the best minority-owned business?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
18th Street Brewery
Winner: Michiana
Visions GPS Branding
Best Veteran-owned Business
What is the best travel agency for leisure travel?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Veterans' Cafe & Catering
Winner: Michiana
Acme Water World
Best Woman-owned Business
What is the best woman-owned business?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
HDW, an Office Interiors Company
Winner: Michiana
The Brow Co. Aesthetics Studio
Construction and Real Estate
Acknowledging excellence in construction, development and property management, this category features builders, contractors, real estate agencies and property managers. These businesses are known for their quality craftsmanship and commitment to the built environment.
Best Commercial Real Estate Firm
What is the best commercial real estate firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Latitude Commercial
Winner: Michiana
Cressy Commercial Real Estate
Best Commercial Construction Firm for New Construction
What is the best commercial construction firm for new construction?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Larson-Danielson Construction
Winner: Michiana
Tonn and Blank Construction
Best Commercial Construction Firm for Remodeling or Expansion
What is the best commercial construction firm for remodeling or expansion?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Larson-Danielson Construction
Winner: Michiana
Tonn and Blank Construction
Best Engineering Firm
What is the best engineering firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Superior Engineering LLC
Winner: Michiana
Millies Engineering Group
Best Commercial Architectural Design Firm
What is the best commercial architectural design firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Facet Architecture
Winner: Michiana
Shive-Hattery
Best Commercial Landscaping Firm
What is the best commercial landscaping firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Dean's Pools and Landscaping
Winner: Michiana
Lakeshore Landscaping
Best Residential Real Estate Firm
What is the best residential real estate firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
McColly Real Estate
Winner: Michiana
Cressy & Everett Real Estate
Best Residential Home Construction Firm
What is the best residential home construction firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Homes of Distinction
Winner: Michiana
Clayton Hoover and Sons
Best Residential Home Remodeling Construction Firm
What is the best residential home remodeling construction firm?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Affordable Remodelers
Winner: Michiana
Andree Builders Inc
Events and Entertainment
Recognizing businesses that provide memorable experiences, this category includes event planners, venues, catering services and entertainment agencies that enhance community vibrancy through events, festivals and entertainment experiences.
Best Restaurant for Business Entertaining
What is the best restaurant for business entertaining?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Gamba Ristorante
Winner: Michiana
Cafe Navarre
Best Meeting Site for Large Groups
What is the best meeting site for large groups?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Avalon Manor Banquet Center
Winner: Michiana
Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa
Best Meeting Site for Small Groups
What is the best meeting site for small groups?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Center for Visual and Performing Arts
Winner: Michiana
South Bend Technology Resource Center
Best Caterer for Events
What is the best caterer for events?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Ace Catering
Winner: Michiana
Navarre Catering and Events
Best Golf Course for Charitable or Business Events
What is the best golf course for charitable/business events?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Innsbrook Country Club
Winner: Michiana
Blackthorn Golf Club
Best Photographer for Events
What is the best photographer for events?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Bella Photography & Design
Winner: Michiana
Josef Samuel Photography
Health and Wellness
Focusing on businesses that promote health and well-being, this category features health care providers, fitness centers, spas and wellness coaches. These businesses help individuals lead healthier lives through services like medical care, fitness and nutrition.
Best Hospital or Hospital Group
What is the best hospital/hospital group?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Franciscan Health
Winner: Michiana
Beacon Health System
Best Health Care Facility for Cardiology
What is the best health care facility for cardiology?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Franciscan Health
Winner: Michiana
Beacon Health System
Best Health Care Facility for Cancer Treatments
What is the best health care facility for cancer treatments?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Northwest Cancer Centers
Winner: Michiana
Beacon Health System
Best Health Care Facility for Orthopedics
What is the best health care facility for orthopedics?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute
Winner: Michiana
South Bend Orthopaedics
Best Health Care Facility for Mental Health
What is the best health care facility for mental health?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Regional Health Systems
Winner: Michiana
Michiana Behavioral Health
Best Health Care Facility for Urgent or Immediate Care
What is the best health care facility for urgent/immediate care?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Franciscan Health
Winner: Michiana
Beacon Health System
Best Health Care Facility for Physical or Occupational Therapy
What is the best health care facility for physical/occupational therapy?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Franciscan Health
Winner: Michiana
Beacon Health System
Best Fitness or Wellness Facility
What is the best fitness/wellness facility?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Crossroads YMCA
Winner: Michiana
Franciscan Health Fitness Centers
Legal and Insurance
Acknowledging businesses that provide legal and insurance services, this category includes law firms, attorneys, insurance agencies and brokers. These businesses offer expertise and protection in legal matters and risk management.
Best Law Firm for Corporate Law
What is the best law firm for corporate law?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP
Winner: Michiana
THK Law, LLP
Best Law Firm for Business Acquisitions and Mergers
What is the best law firm for business acquisitions and mergers?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP
Winner: Michiana
THK Law, LLP
Best Law Firm for Litigation
What is the best law firm for litigation?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP
Winner: Michiana
THK Law, LLP
Best Law Firm for Estate Planning
What is the best law firm for estate planning?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP
Winner: Michiana
THK Law, LLP
Best Insurance Agency for Business Property and Liability Coverage
What is the best insurance agency for business property and liability coverage?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
General Insurance Services
Winner: Michiana
Gibson
Best Insurance Agency for Business Health and Life Coverage
What is the best insurance agency for business health and life coverage?
Winner: Northwest Indiana
General Insurance Services
Winner: Michiana
