Event Info & Rules - 2025 Best of Tustin

Best of Tustin Voting Rules & Guidelines

Campaign Name: Best of Tustin
Host: Tustin Chamber of Commerce
Website Address: bestoftustin.voterfly.com
Voting Ends: October 24, 2025
Winners Announced: November 5, 2025 at the Best of Tustin Luncheon

Voting Method and Requirements

  • Votes can only be made by completing the online form at bestoftustin.voterfly.com.
  • All voting entries must include the voter’s complete information (name, email address, and any other required details) or the votes will not be counted.

Voting Limits

  • Each person may vote only once per category.
  • Winners are determined solely by the individuals who complete and submit the online ballot.

Nominee Eligibility

  • Businesses must conduct business within the City of Tustin or hold an active Tustin Chamber of Commerce membership.
    Eligibility will be verified through the business license database, social media presence, and/or official websites.

Voting Period

  • All votes must be received by October 24, 2025

Category Limits

  • Nominees may participate in no more than two categories.
  • Once voting begins, category selections cannot be changed

Ballot Stuffing and Security Measures

  • Any business caught stuffing ballots or attempting to circumvent security measures will have those votes flagged and removed.
  • Automated systems are in place to detect and prevent fraudulent voting practices.

Disqualification and Conduct

  • The Tustin Chamber of Commerce reserves the right to disqualify any business that violates competition rules or engages in inappropriate conduct, including but not limited to:
     
    • Misuse of marketing materials
    • Non-compliance with these guidelines
       
  • Participants who violate the rules will receive a written warning.

Permissions and Use of Likeness

  • By participating in Best of Tustin, nominees grant permission for their business name, likeness, and images to be used in marketing and promotional materials related to the competition.

Results and Announcements

  • All competition results will be kept private by the Tustin Chamber of Commerce until officially announced.
  • Winners will be announced on November 5, 2025 online and at the Best of Tustin Luncheon.
  • Winners will receive a certificate, promotional materials, and—most importantly—bragging rights!

Purpose of the Competition

The Best of Tustin competition highlights and celebrates the incredible small businesses that make our city thrive. The goal is to create awareness, foster community pride, and provide a fun and engaging way to support local businesses.