Criteria

• Motivated, energetic, and involved member firm and firm associates;

• Actively participates in state and regional efforts of TNLA

• Supports TNLA efforts through generous contributions of time and financial means

• Participates in TNLA Education and Certification programs

• Actively seeks to increase participation in TNLA and TNLA events

• Exhibits cooperative skills and a desire and ability to present successful programs and/or support successful TNLA initiatives

• Exemplifies the values of the association within the profession;

• Presents an extraordinary view of the values of the association in the community at large, among professional organizations, local businesses, and the industry.

Submission Requirements

• A one-page nomination letter or statement by the TNLA member initiating the nomination on behalf of another TNLA member (no self-nomination);

•  A one-page nomination letter or statement by the Region Chairman, State Board, or Region Director;

Nomination letters/statements received prior to May 15th of each year will be vetted by the Executive Committee who will, when appropriate, recommend qualified candidates to continue in the award nomination process, which includes:

• Completed award application;

• A biography of the candidate not to exceed two pages; a statement of contributions should be included in the biography;

• Exhibits in support of the nominee that best demonstrate the outstanding accomplishments; and

• A maximum of three letters of support by those who know the quality of the nominee’s work or service; letters should be explicit in their recommendation and contain specific reasons for support.

Completed award applications submitted prior to June 1st will be reviewed by the TNLA Board of Directors who will then determine (by secret ranking) which member company will receive the award.  The award will be presented (as a surprise) at the TNLA Awards Dinner in August.

The award will only be given if the executive committee of the board recognizes a qualified candidate among the nominations. Award does not need to be given every year.