Choate Marketplace wins 2026 Michigan small business award

The Brooklyn-based grocery store is recognized for its contributions to Michigan's entrepreneurial growth.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Choate Marketplace, a grocery store located in Brooklyn, Michigan, has been named a 2026 Michigan Celebrates Small Business award winner. The business is recognized in the SBDC Best Small Business Awards category as part of this year's statewide honors program, which received over 1,000 nominations across the state.

Why it matters

The Michigan Celebrates Small Business program highlights companies that are contributing to the state's entrepreneurial growth and workplace success, showcasing the vibrant small business community in Michigan.

The details

Choate Marketplace was selected as an award winner from over 1,000 nominations received for the 2026 Michigan Celebrates Small Business program. The awards ceremony and related events will take place on April 21 and 22 in East Lansing, featuring a summit, pitch competition, and black-tie gala.

  • The 2026 Michigan Celebrates Small Business awards will be presented on April 21 and 22 in East Lansing.
  • Choate Marketplace was named a 2026 award winner on February 13, 2026.

The players

Choate Marketplace

A grocery store located in Brooklyn, Michigan that was recognized as a 2026 Michigan Celebrates Small Business award winner in the SBDC Best Small Business Awards category.

Michigan Celebrates Small Business

An annual program that highlights companies contributing to Michigan's entrepreneurial growth and workplace success, receiving over 1,000 nominations for the 2026 awards.

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What’s next

The 2026 Michigan Celebrates Small Business awards ceremony and related events will take place on April 21 and 22 in East Lansing, where Choate Marketplace will be honored alongside the other award recipients.

The takeaway

Choate Marketplace's recognition as a 2026 Michigan Celebrates Small Business award winner showcases the strength and vitality of the state's small business community, highlighting the important role these companies play in driving entrepreneurial growth and workplace success across Michigan.