The Miner Trailblazer Award honors the fastest-growing businesses led, owned, or founded by UTEP alumni. Each year, honorees receive special recognition and are invited to gather for the prestigious award ceremony to forge connections with an elite network of local business leaders, UTEP leadership, and the next generation of student innovators.  

 

To nominate your business or another Miner Business for this award, please complete the form below. Those nominated will be notified during the application period. For more information including criteria and deadlines, please visit utep.edu/mbia.

The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, December 4, 2026.

The Miner Business Impact Awards Ceremony will be held in May 2027.