HWCC Business Awards recognizes Hmong and Asian business owners and leaders

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The 20th Annual HWCC Business Awards drew more than 300 Hmong and Asian business owners, professionals, and community leaders from across Wisconsin.

2026 Business Award Winners & Runner-Ups:

  • Business of the Year: Winner, Kid Boogie Down | Runner-Up, K Barber Shop
  • Emerging Small Business of the Year: Winner, MochiUnni | Runner-Up, Your Mechanic Shop
  • New Business Startup of the Year: Winner, Vang Creative Studios | Runner-Up, Bright Deli
  • Professional of the Year (40 & Over): Winner, Ziming Wu | Runner-Up, Tou Long Yang
  • Young Professional of the Year (39 & Under): Winner, May See Yang | Runner-Up, Xai Xiong
  • People’s Choice Best Bite: Winner, MochiUnni | Runner-Up, Pâte à Choux

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