The vibrant business landscape of Saint Paul has recently been celebrated with the announcement of the 2025 Business Awards winners by the Saint Paul City Council, with five local businesses being honored for their outstanding contribution to the community and upholding the city's values of equity and diversity. In a reception to be held on November 25th, following the City Council Special meeting, the winners will be formally recognized for their efforts in community engagement, investment in employees, and embodiment of Saint Paul's spirit.
Among the awardees, Lost Fox has won the 'New Kid on the Block' award and Council President Rebecca Noecker praised the establishment as a warm, innovative and community-centered space, "Lost Fox has quickly become one of Lowertown's most welcoming and creative spaces, and I'm thrilled to see them recognized as this year's 'New Kid on the Block,'" she noted in a statement obtained by the City of Saint Paul website; the accolades don't stop there, with Italian Pie Shoppe, Life Juices, Minnesota CarePartner also known as Roots Wellness Center, and Vikings and Goddess Pie each snagging a win in their respective categories.
This year's selection committee, comprised of previous award winners, scrutinized the nominations submitted by the community, facing hours of deliberation and tough decisions. "Huge congratulations to all the St. Paul Business Award winners! Your success is a win for our city," Jill Pavlak of Urban Growler Brewing Company expressed in an interview on the Saint Paul website. The committee finally reached a consensus that truly reflects the pulse of Saint Paul's dynamic small business sector.
Moreover, the esteemed winners of the 2025 Business Awards are set to receive additional recognition through digital ad spaces generously donated by Clear Channel Outdoor, an act that underlines the community's effort to support and elevate local businesses, "It's so heartening to see all the wonderful small businesses that operate in the City. It's businesses like these that make Saint Paul a great place to live and work!" echoed Tom Schroeder of Waldmann Brewery, as reported on the Saint Paul website.
Members of the community and supporters of Saint Paul's local businesses are invited to attend the recognition ceremony on November 25th at City Hall, or to view the proceedings via live stream for those unable to attend in person. Further details about the awards, the winners, and the nomination criteria can be found on the official Saint Paul website.
