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The Sizzle Awards

FranklinIs is the home of The Sizzle Awards.
Awarding the Best Businesses of Williamson County since 2006!

Every February we hold a public vote with over a half a million votes cast in over 100 categories. FranklinIs & The Sizzle Awards give the public a voice, the businesses an opportunity to promote themselves and the community access to their choices of the best, FOR FREE!

Check out the best business choices our locals love and enjoy!

It’s excitement, credibility, and nonstop recognition that puts your business ahead of the rest.

Sizzle Award registration & nominations

The original public choice poll identifying the "Best of the Best" businesses in Williamson County.

IMPORTANT NOTE: To be included in the poll, your business must be registered by January 31—and it only takes a moment! Once listed, your business gains immediate visibility with more than 45,000 monthly website visitors, giving you powerful recognition even before voting begins and all year round!

NOTE: If your business is currently listed in the directory, you do not need to add it again to be included in the annual Sizzle Awards. To check if your business is already registered CLICK HERE and search for your business name. If it shows up you are good to go. You can login and update your information if you would like. Any changes can take 24-36 hours for your listing to be reviewed and published in the directory. Click here to REGISTER FOR SIZZLE AWARDS or go to FranklinIs.com and select “add Directory” located at the top of the website.

IMPORTANT ANNUAL DATES AND ACTIVITIES:

🔥 JANUARY - Registration/nominations throughout the month.
🔥 FEBRUARY - Open Free Plubic Voting throughout the month.
🔥 MARCH - Winners announced at The Sizzle Awards Winners Gala, online and in the media! with well over 400 attendees celebrating. Food, music, drinks, friendships, great conversations and the announcement of the Best Business winners of the year! You don't want to miss out.

See All Sizzle Award Winners Here!

We applaud your commitment to the excellence of your business.

After the Gala, the spotlight keeps shining with mass digital announcements, media coverage, social promotions, directory features, year round feature on FranklinIs and community-wide exposure for us all to celebrate our winners. Each winner receives an Offical Award and digital Logos to showcase that Williamson County voted them the BEST! Winners have the exclusive option to select additional Awards and Logos to display in their homes and offices.

Let us know your Instagram by following us @franklinistn so we can assist with your social media traffic. For all online postings please use the hashtags #franklinis and #franklinistn.

If you are interested in being part of the limited advertisers featured on franklinis.com please e-mail sizzleawards@franklinis.com for pricing.

The Sizzle Awards, Best Businesses of Williamson County, Tennessee Awards given out in downtown Franklin at The Factory at Franklin.
The Sizzle Awards, Best Businesses of Williamson County, Tennessee Awards at The Factory at Franklin.
The Sizzle Awards, Best Businesses of Williamson County, Tennessee Awards given out at The Factory at Franklin in downtown Franklin, Tennessee.
The Sizzle Awards Gala, awards for the best businesses in Williamson County, TN!

Frequently Asked Questions

A: Great news — nominating your business has never been easier. Simply go to the ADD Directory page on FranklinIs (located at the top of the website), complete a quick registration, and your business will be added to the public poll for FREE. It’s a powerful opportunity to increase visibility, attract new customers, and let the community cheer you on!

IMPORTANT - make sure you register before January 31 to be included in the polls this year.

A: Want to maximize your visibility during the Sizzle Awards? Many past winners have seen incredible engagement by offering a special Sizzle Discount or promotion during voting season. It’s a fun, high-energy way to draw attention and get your community cheering for you!

You’ll also have access to our digital logos and “Vote for Us” graphics, which you can blast across social media, feature in local marketing campaigns, or share directly with your customers by email. These tools make it easy to build excitement and rally support.

For even greater visibility, FranklinIs offers powerful advertising opportunities that put your business in front of over 45,000 monthly website visitors. It’s your chance to get prime exposure during the biggest buzz of the year. To advertise, simply click Advertise Here on Franklinis.com.

Need promotional materials? We’ve got you covered! Just email us at sizzleawards@franklinis.com and we’ll send you logos, “Vote for Us” graphics, and more to help you spread the word and shine throughout the competition.

A: The clock is ticking! You have until January 31st to nominate your business. Get listed in the Best Business Directory now to maximize your visibility before voting even starts. Remember—once voting begins, you can’t add your business to this year’s competition.

A: Voting officially opens February 1st every year, kicking off one of the most exciting community events in Williamson County! Be sure to watch your inbox and follow our social media channels for updates, announcements, and voting reminders. And don’t wait—add your business to the directory now so you’re front and center when voters start making their picks!

A: Becoming a winner means your business is celebrated as one of Williamson County’s finest—chosen by the people themselves. And with more than half a million votes cast annually, this is recognition with real excitement and real impact!

Winning comes with more than a plaque, certificate and a digital badge — it unlocks massive visibility. You’ll be honored at The Sizzle Awards Gala, spotlighted in local media, featured in the Best Business Winners Magazine, and showcased on FranklinIs all year. It’s excitement, credibility, and nonstop recognition that puts your business ahead of the rest.

Get in the Best Business Directory now.

The Directory also gives you business visibility all year with a highlighted tracker to see how many visitors view your business. See an example below:

Best of luck in becoming "best of the best" business of Williamson County as chosen by the public!