Individual Leadership Character Award Nomination Leadership Character Award Criteria The Turknett Leadership Character Awards were established in 2002 to recognize and celebrate outstanding Georgia business leaders and organizations. Nominations for these awards are evaluated against the characteristics of the Turknett Leadership Character Model.™ Please read the rules carefully as there are significant changes. Nominations open until November 14, 2008 for the 6th Annual Awards. Individual Nominations Individual nominees may either work within the state of Georgia or report to an organization's department, division, or subsidiary located in Georgia. The categories for individual nominations are: Business or Public Sector: CEO/President/Partner – The senior executive or officer of the enterprise Executive/Manager – A leader or manager at any level in the organization who has direct reports Non-profit – This category is for any level of individual who is on staff at a nonprofit. Volunteers are not eligible in this category. You must have proof of your 501(c)(3) status. Education – Faculty members and administrators of any public or private not-for-profit educational institution. "Inspiritor" – New category for exceptionally inspiring people who choose leadership regardless of their title or position, e.g., volunteers, individual contributors, administrative assistants, programmers, technicians, sales or customer service representatives, etc. Additional information Nominees may not be elected officials but all other public sector employees are eligible. Only qualified nominations will be evaluated by the advisors. All qualified nominees will be recognized at the awards luncheon and receive a complimentary seat. One nominator per nominee will also receive a complimentary seat. Winners in each category will be selected by the advisors and announced at the awards ceremony. Nominators will submit a photo of their nominee by November 15. Excerpts from nominations may be published. Please do not include personal or confidential information. Need inspiration? View past winning nominations at http://www.leadershipcharacter.com/Awards2.php Learn more about the Leadership Character Model™ at www.leadershipcharacter.com/model.php I have read and understand the rules and regulations (This box must be checked to display the nomination form) Individual Leadership Character Award Nomination Your Name:* Your Daytime Phone Number:* Your Email:* Your Mailing Address:* Nominee's Name:* Nominee's Title:* Nominee's Organization:* Nominee's Email:* Nominee's Mailing Address:* Human Resources E-Mail:* If there is no HR contact, please give contact information for another reference within the company Human Resources Phone Number:* Category that best fits this nominee (read descriptions above):* CEO/President/Partner Executive/Manager Non-profit 501(c)(3) Education "Inspiritor" * required Leadership Character is based on a foundation of integrity and a balance of respect and responsibility. Integrity is defined by honesty, authenticity, and truth telling. Some examples of behaviors that typically illustrate integrity would be: always telling the truth even when it is difficult, keeping all promises, never twisting facts for personal advantage and being willing to stand up for what is right. Give up to three examples of how this person demonstrates Integrity: Respect helps create a state of partnership and teamwork. Respect is defined by the qualities of humility, empathy, lack of blame and emotional mastery. Some examples of behaviors that typically illustrate respect would be: listening and being respectful of others, not blaming others, welcoming suggestions, being willing to compromise, admitting limitations, and maintaining composure by expressing disagreement calmly. Give up to three examples of how this person demonstrates Respect: Responsibility is the acceptance of full responsibility for the success of the project, the team and the organization. Responsibility is defined by the qualities of accountability, self-confidence, courage and a focus on the whole. Some examples of the behaviors that typically illustrate responsibility are: taking initiative and being willing to act to get things done (whether it’s your “job” or not), delivering on promises and holding others accountable, being willing to express an opinion, and sharing information across the company. Give up to three examples of how this person demonstrates Responsibility: Please relate an incident or tell a story that shows how this person demonstrates Leadership Character. Examples may include professional or community involvement: Are you aware of any ongoing investigations of business practices by any law enforcement agency involving the nominee or the nominee's company? Yes No YES, I will provide a photo of the nominee by November 15th. IMPORTANT: Print a copy for your records before submitting.
Individual Leadership Character Award Nomination
Leadership Character Award Criteria
The Turknett Leadership Character Awards were established in 2002 to recognize and celebrate outstanding Georgia business leaders and organizations. Nominations for these awards are evaluated against the characteristics of the Turknett Leadership Character Model.™ Please read the rules carefully as there are significant changes.
Nominations open until November 14, 2008 for the 6th Annual Awards.
Individual Nominations
Additional information
Leadership Character is based on a foundation of integrity and a balance of respect and responsibility.
Responsibility is the acceptance of full responsibility for the success of the project, the team and the organization. Responsibility is defined by the qualities of accountability, self-confidence, courage and a focus on the whole. Some examples of the behaviors that typically illustrate responsibility are: taking initiative and being willing to act to get things done (whether it’s your “job” or not), delivering on promises and holding others accountable, being willing to express an opinion, and sharing information across the company.
Please relate an incident or tell a story that shows how this person demonstrates Leadership Character. Examples may include professional or community involvement: