The Eric Bergman Outstanding Service to IAWP Award recognizes the outstanding work of members in service to the International Association of Workforce Professionals.
This could include, but is not limited to, developing programs to increase membership or meet other IAWP objectives, increasing awareness of IAWP in the community, creating new and different programs for members, developing innovative partnerships, giving back to their community and the association, or going far above and beyond their role and duties in the association,
ELIGIBILTY
Current IAWP members only. Must have an active, paid or lifetime membership, during the contest and award year.
CATEGORIES
There are four (4) categories to submit a nomination:
1. Workforce Professional
2. Senior or Emeritus Workforce Professional
3. Organization Affiliate
4. International Affiliate
This could include, but is not limited to, developing programs to increase membership or meet other IAWP objectives, increasing awareness of IAWP in the community, creating new and different programs for members, developing innovative partnerships, giving back to their community and the association, or going far above and beyond their role and duties in the association,
ELIGIBILTY
Current IAWP members only. Must have an active, paid or lifetime membership, during the contest and award year.
CATEGORIES
There are four (4) categories to submit a nomination:
1. Workforce Professional
2. Senior or Emeritus Workforce Professional
3. Organization Affiliate
4. International Affiliate
NOMINATION SUBMISSION COMPONENTS
The Eric Bergman - Outstanding Service to IAWP must include the standard nomination form AND the following submission components:
1. Summary of Accomplishment: A (one) summary paragraph (500 words or less) that adequately describes why this person or affiliate is deserving of this award.
2. Narrative: Provide a narrative that describes how this person or affiliate went above and beyond in their service to IAWP. Do not simply describe tasks or activities that are part of their duties as an officer or committee member.
3. Endorsement Letters: Attach up to two (2) letters of endorsement (optional and not to exceed 4 pages) from someone who can attest to the service provided to IAWP. Endorsement letters are not required.
4. Documentation: Provide documents that support or illustrate the information contained in the narrative.
CRITERIA
In selecting the Eric Bergman - Outstanding Service to IAWP Award, the criteria below will be considered by the Selection Team. Please describe or expand upon each of these in the Summary of Accomplishments and Narrative sections of your submission.
1. Benefits derived from the achievement: Activity led to tangible benefits for IAWP such a higher profile, more members, a new member benefit, or educational opportunity for members. (10 points)
2. Alignment and promotion of IAWP mission and objectives: The activity or service is aligned with and promotes IAWP’s mission and objectives. (10 points)
3. Promotion of IAWP: Measurable improvement in Chapter program OR increase IAWP participation at the association level. (10 points)
4. Individual initiative: The service or activity was outside the scope of their role in IAWP or went far above and beyond what is asked of a member. (10 points)
5. Originality and Creativity: The idea was new or a new, innovative twist on an old idea in both concept and application. (5 points)
6. Potential Use by Others: The work or service this person or affiliate did can be used by others within the organization (5 points)
SCORING
There are 50 points available. Ten (10) points each for criteria 1, 2, 3, and 4. Five (5) points for each for criteria 5 and 6.
The Eric Bergman - Outstanding Service to IAWP must include the standard nomination form AND the following submission components:
1. Summary of Accomplishment: A (one) summary paragraph (500 words or less) that adequately describes why this person or affiliate is deserving of this award.
2. Narrative: Provide a narrative that describes how this person or affiliate went above and beyond in their service to IAWP. Do not simply describe tasks or activities that are part of their duties as an officer or committee member.
3. Endorsement Letters: Attach up to two (2) letters of endorsement (optional and not to exceed 4 pages) from someone who can attest to the service provided to IAWP. Endorsement letters are not required.
4. Documentation: Provide documents that support or illustrate the information contained in the narrative.
CRITERIA
In selecting the Eric Bergman - Outstanding Service to IAWP Award, the criteria below will be considered by the Selection Team. Please describe or expand upon each of these in the Summary of Accomplishments and Narrative sections of your submission.
1. Benefits derived from the achievement: Activity led to tangible benefits for IAWP such a higher profile, more members, a new member benefit, or educational opportunity for members. (10 points)
2. Alignment and promotion of IAWP mission and objectives: The activity or service is aligned with and promotes IAWP’s mission and objectives. (10 points)
3. Promotion of IAWP: Measurable improvement in Chapter program OR increase IAWP participation at the association level. (10 points)
4. Individual initiative: The service or activity was outside the scope of their role in IAWP or went far above and beyond what is asked of a member. (10 points)
5. Originality and Creativity: The idea was new or a new, innovative twist on an old idea in both concept and application. (5 points)
6. Potential Use by Others: The work or service this person or affiliate did can be used by others within the organization (5 points)
SCORING
There are 50 points available. Ten (10) points each for criteria 1, 2, 3, and 4. Five (5) points for each for criteria 5 and 6.
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2014
Steve Strain 2013 No Award 2012 Stephanie Stevens 2011 Barbee Williams 2010 Dennis Brophy |
2009
Charlene Grafton 2008 Craig Keyston 2007 Ron Sohnery 2006 Dennis Brophy 2005 Greg Pelton 2004 Charlene Grafton 2003 Craig Keyston 2002 Tina Swogger 2001 Jane Gould 2000 Pam Nass |
1999
Cranda Westerdahl 1998 Jayne Martin 1997 Jan Sloan 1996 Dennis Brophy 1995 Brenda McDowell Kelly 1994 Brenda McDowell Kelly 1993 Diane Tucker 1992 Todd Brown 1991 Dave Kirk 1990 Rick Geiger |
1989
Melody Wade 1988 Randall Goree 1987 Nick Guarriello 1986 no award presented 1985 Roberta “Bobbie” Paul 1984 Kari Smith 1983 Byrtle “Byrt” Swinehart 1982 Norm Blair 1981 Diane Miller 1980 Eric Bergman |