# Run Reader's Choice Awards That Drive Engagement

Create interactive voting campaigns that engage readers, generate advertiser interest, and establish your publication as the voice of the community.

## Built for Publishers

Everything you need to run successful reader's choice campaigns that build loyalty and revenue.

### Drive Reader Engagement

Give readers a voice and create interactive content that keeps them coming back.

### Viral Social Sharing

Built-in sharing tools help winners promote their awards, expanding your reach organically.

### Full Brand Control

Match your publication's look with custom colors, fonts, logos, and messaging.

### Advertising Revenue

Create sponsorship opportunities and advertising packages around your awards.

## Popular Category Ideas

Start with proven categories or create your own unique awards.

- Best Local Restaurant
- Best Coffee Shop
- Best Date Night Spot
- Best Family Restaurant
- Best Pizza
- Best Happy Hour
- Best Brunch
- Best Food Truck

## Monetization Opportunities

### Sponsorships

Sell category sponsorships to local businesses wanting visibility.

### Premium Listings

Offer featured placements and enhanced business profiles.

### Winner Packages

Sell award certificates, badges, and promotional materials to winners.

## Ready to Engage Your Readers?

Join publications running successful reader's choice campaigns with Besto.

## Explore Other Use Cases

See how other organizations use Besto to run successful awards programs.

- **Chambers of Commerce**  
  Member recognition and business awards  
  [Learn more](/content/use-cases/chambers-of-commerce/index.html)  
- **Community Organizations**  
  Neighborhood and civic group recognition programs  
  [Learn more](/content/use-cases/community-organizations/index.html)  
- **Industry Associations**  
  Professional excellence awards for trade groups  
  [Learn more](/content/use-cases/industry-associations/index.html)  
- **Non-Profits**  
  Volunteer and donor recognition campaigns  
  [Learn more](/content/use-cases/non-profits/index.html)  
- **Education**  
  Student, teacher, and alumni awards  
  [Learn more](/content/use-cases/education/index.html)