FORT MITCHELL, Ky. — The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership programs are now accepting nominations for the Ruth A. Eger Leader of Distinction Award, the Leadership Volunteer Impact Award and the Gary Beatrice Leadership Award.
The Ruth A. Eger Award is given to an alumnus(a)who has made significant and notable contributions in making our region “a better place to live, work and play.” Additionally, they have been highly effective in achieving positive change for the region.
Criteria for selection of the Ruth A. Eger Award includes:
- Making meaningful and lasting contributions to the community
- Valuing and honoring diverse experiences and perspectives
- Demonstrating innovation and creativity
- Serving as a role model and mentor for others and demonstrates a high level of professionalism
- Demonstrates a significant number of years of effective leadership in the community serving on boards and advancing the region’s vitality and economic/social well-being
The Volunteer Impact Award is given to an alumnus(a) of Leadership NKY or Encounter NKY who generously shares their time and is accessible to others.
Criteria for selection of the Volunteer Impact Award includes:
- Values and honors diverse experiences and perspectives
- Advances access and opportunity for others
- Serves as a role model for others and demonstrates a high level of professionalism
- Develops and maintains positive relationships with the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and its programs
The Gary BeatzAward is awarded to a Regional Youth alumnus(a) or volunteer who imparts guidance and expertise in encouraging others to develop leadership skills.
Criteria for selection of the Gary Beatrice Award includes:
- Demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional growth
- Willingness to share their knowledge, skills, and expertise with mentees
- The nominee effectively communicates the purpose, principles, values, and impact of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce leadership programs, specifically Regional Youth Leadership
Nominations are open to Encounter NKY, Leadership NKY and Regional Youth Leadership alumni and anyone can nominate. To submit a nomination, visit www.nkychamber.com/leadershipnoms.The nomination deadline for the three awards is Tuesday, July 18 at 5:00 p.m.
The award recipients will be honored at the Leadership Alumni Awards Celebration on Wednesday, Aug. 23, at Newport Aquarium. The event is open to all alumni. Tickets can be purchased at www.nkychamber.com/alumniawards.
Questions about the nomination process, or the program, can be directed to Leadership NKY Director, Dawn Denham, at [email protected].
