August 18, 2025

Forcht Bank was honored to again be the presenting sponsor of Commerce Lexington's Salute to Small Business Awards on Friday, August 15. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of recognizing so many exceptional companies and organizations, and, in our 13th year presenting, it was no different.

As a bank that prides itself on supporting small businesses, we’re proud of the role we play in helping entrepreneurs achieve their goals. Our team is dedicated to providing the services and support you need, and we’re here to ensure that small businesses in our community can focus on what they do best — running their businesses and making a positive impact.

We're pleased to present the following 2025 winners:

-Business Success: BACK Construction
-Achievement in Entrepreneurship: DV8 Kitchen
-Nonprofit Community Impact: Hope Center

And the Small Business of the Year: DV8 Kitchen!