HRMAC Awards of Excellence

Recognize Those Who Make A Difference

The Human Resources Management Association of Chicago (HRMAC) is pleased to announce two newly created programs to recognize and honor exceptional Leaders and Volunteers.  The first awards will be presented at SUMMIT 2008 on November 5 in Rosemont.

HRMAC is a community of business professionals with responsibility for, and an interest in, human capital issues. Individual learning, sharing best practices and professional growth through volunteerism and leadership have secured HRMAC’s role as the premier resource for locally-based organizations, regardless of their geographic reach, industry sector or business structure.

Recognition by one’s peers is among the highest honors bestowed upon an individual in their professional career. We welcome your participation as we define excellence, celebrate contributions and reward leadership.

Awards of Excellence Brochure (pdf)

HRMAC Leader of the Year Award

More than ever before, today’s workforce must be prepared to support the changing needs of business, and business must be prepared to support the changing needs of  its workforce.   

Many strategies are highlighted in business and consumer publications, ‘best of’ employer lists are compiled, and accolades are bestowed upon the largest and smallest organizations for exceptional results. 

Behind each of those companies are singular leaders who had vision, made choices and guided their boards, their leaders and their workforce to business success by creating an environment that supports the personal and professional goals of the workforce. It is one of those leaders who we aim to recognize through this annual award.

It may be an HR leader, a CEO, a line of business executive, or another senior management executive who has demonstrated the ability to execute leading-edge human capital practices while realizing business strategy success.

Among the specific criteria for a nominee of the Leader of the Year Award:

• Generally recognize a body of work, not limited to a single year.

• Provides outstanding service to and accomplishments in the field of Human Resources and business, in general.

• Recognized as a thought leader who has championed the HR profession.

• Demonstrates success in executing HR strategy to drive superior business performance in his/her organization.

• Exhibits the highest qualities of leadership within his/her organization.

• Displays the highest standards of professional ethics.

• Must be an employee of a HRMAC member company.

Click here to nominate on line.

Download the Leader of the Year nomination form:

Leader of the Year Nomination Form (pdf)

HRMAC Volunteer of the Year Award

Volunteers have always been the secret formula in HRMAC’s 90+ year journey. Founded by a handful of local personnel directors in the early 1900s, our volunteer roster now includes over 150 member representatives annually. There are scores more who never make it to the official lists, but provide mission-critical support for the exceptional experience members enjoy with every HRMAC encounter. 

This award is designed to recognize such commitment and passion. Whether a committee volunteer, a group chair, an expert who has shared their wisdom in an extraordinary manner, or a behind-the-scenes wizard who creates magic, this is our chance to shine the spotlight on one who makes a difference without asking for anything in return. 

Among the specific criteria for a nominee of the Volunteer of the Year Award:

• Long-term, multi-faceted volunteer service to HRMAC, primarily through committee service or similar contributions.

• Provides distinguished service in helping to further the HRMAC mission.

• Considered an “unsung hero” who goes “above and beyond the call of duty.”

• Displays the highest standards of professional ethics.

• Must be an employee of a HRMAC member company.

Click here to nominate on line.

Download the Volunteer of the Year nomination form:

Volunteer of the Year Nomination Form (pdf)

Eligibility Requirements and Entry Rules

1. Nominations will be accepted from HRMAC members and nonmembers. Self nominations will not be considered.

2.  There is no limit to the number of nominations an individual may submit.

3.  Incomplete entries may be disqualified at the sole discretion of HRMAC.

4.  All entries must be received by HRMAC no later than 5:00pm on June 30, 2008. HRMAC assumes no responsibility for the delivery of nomination materials. It is the responsibility of the nominating individual to assure that the materials have been received prior to the deadline. 

5.  The winner must be employed by a HRMAC member company, or a transition member, at the time of presentation and is expected to attend the award ceremony during SUMMIT 2008 on November 5 in Rosemont, IL.

6.  HRMAC supports the nomination of a diverse pool of candidates for each award.

7.  HRMAC and the HRMAC Awards Committee are responsible for selecting the finalists and winners, and may, at its sole discretion, elect not to award a winner or finalist in a category.

8.  Entries must comply with the legal terms and conditions required by HRMAC.