IGNITE Future Leaders Award

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the inaugural IGNITE Future Leaders Award, a program that honors young professionals between the ages of 21 to 40 years for professional leadership, community service, and personal and professional achievements. The goal is to recognize and celebrate Rochester’s future leaders who strive to be a positive influence in bettering our community.

IGNITE FUTURE LEADERS AWARD CRITERIA AND NOMINATION INSTRUCTIONS

The IGNITE Future Leaders Award applicant or nominee between the age of 21 – 40 years as of June 13, 2019 must meet each of the following three criteria to apply for this award:

PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP: Demonstrates excellence and leadership in their business or profession
COMMUNITY SERVICE: Gives back to the larger community by their contribution and/or support
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION: Awards/Honors received for their work and contributions to the Greater Rochester business community

Individuals may nominate themselves or be nominated by members of the business community, friends, or family. The information submitted should support the award criteria of achievement, community service, and recognition received for work in the Greater Rochester area. Nominations may include up to four additional supporting documents (i.e. articles, publications, recommendation letters, resume, etc.) Only online nomination submissions will be accepted.

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DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: Monday, May 13, 2019

For more information, email Rochester Chamber Sr. Manager, Marketing and Engagement Shannon Ealy or call (585) 256-4658.

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Nominee Name

Age

Must be 21 to 40 years old as of June 13, 2019

Home Address

City

State

Zip Code

Phone

Email Address

Company or Organization Name

Title/Position

Business Address

City

State

Zip Code

Work Phone

Business Email Address

Nominator Name

Nominator Company/Organization

Nominator Phone

Nominator Email Address

Professional Leadership

List quantifiable contributions and organizational impact that demonstrate excellence and leadership in nominee's business or profession

Community Service

List nominee's leadership roles and/or contributions to community organizations or service

Personal and Professional Recognition

Awards and honors received for the nominee's work and contributions to the Greater Rochester business community

Supporting Document 1 2MB Limit

Nominations may include up to four supporting documents (i.e. articles, publications, recommendation letters, resume, etc.)

Supporting Document 2 2MB Limit

Nominations may include up to four supporting documents (i.e. articles, publications, recommendation letters, resume, etc.)

Supporting Document 3 2MB Limit

Nominations may include up to four supporting documents (i.e. articles, publications, recommendation letters, resume, etc.)

Supporting Document 4 2MB Limit

Nominations may include up to four supporting documents (i.e. articles, publications, recommendation letters, resume, etc.)

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The IGNITE Future Leaders Award nominations will be pre-screened to ensure all the required information is included. A group of finalists is determined based on the award criteria and supporting documentation provided in the nomination package. Final selection of the 2019 IGNITE Future Leaders Award recipient is made by a selection committee consisting of a diverse group of professional leaders from the business community.

For more information, email Rochester chamber Sr. Manager, Marketing and Engagement Shannon Ealy or call (585) 256-4658.

The 2019 IGNITE Future Leaders Award Recipient will be announced:

Event: Inaugural IGNITE Young Professional Award

Date: Thursday, June 13, 2019 from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Location: Arbor at the Port, 1000 North River St., Rochester

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