Award of Excellence | Nomination Form

Award of Excellence Overview

The National Public Employer Labor Relations Association (National PELRA) presents its highest honor—the Award of Excellence—to an individual who has made a lasting impact in public sector labor relations. This award recognizes a career marked by dedication, leadership, and success in building strong labor relations.

What We're Looking For

Leadership

Nominees must demonstrate a strong commitment to public sector labor relations through effective Leadership in addressing new and complex challenges. This may include:

Leading initiatives within their organization or professional associations
Promoting or sponsoring progressive legislation
Developing innovative strategies to improve labor relations

Career Achievements

Nominees should show a history of meaningful contributions to public sector labor relations and human resources over time. While a single major accomplishment may be considered, we’re especially interested in sustained efforts. Contributions could include:

Authorship of published articles or professional papers
Significant involvement in National PELRA (national and/ or state levels)
Awards or recognition for resolving complex issues or leading strategic change

Experience

Nominees should have a proven track record of success in public sector labor relations and HR, with most of their career spent in the public sector. We’re looking for professionals who’ve taken on increasing responsibilities and helped build stable, effective labor-management relationships through innovative approaches.

Who's Eligible

Must be a current or former National PELRA member with several years of membership
Cannot be a current officer or board member of National PELRA
Only individuals are eligible—organizations or jurisdictions are not

How to Nominate

Nominations can be submitted by active National PELRA members or State PELRA members.
Use the attached or a similar application form. If needed, you may include one extra page
Focus on the award criteria and clearly highlight the nominee’s accomplishments
Submit electronically—paper copies will not be accepted

Fields marked with an * are required.

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Submitter Information
Information and contact information of the submitter.

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Title *

Organization *

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Nominee Information
Information regarding the nominee.

First Name *

Last Name *

Title *

Organization

State *

Nominee Awareness *

Is the nominee aware you are making this submission for the Award of Excellence?

Nominee Attendance *

Will the nominee attend the 2024 National PELRA ATC in Savannah, GA?

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Nomination Content
Details and supporting materials to complete the nomination form.

Leadership *

Please outline relevant public sector work experience:

National PELRA, State PELRA and Other Professional Organization Experiences: *

What contributions has the applicant made to the field of public sector human resources management? Include the development of successful responses to challenges in labor relations.

Professional Accomplishments *

Please confirm the nominee's length of time as a National PELRA member, as well as describe the nominee's accomplishments over their career. Accomplishments can be a single dramatic accomplishment as well as career achievements, and why the Committee should consider it.

Optional: Professional Leadership - Document Upload

Please list or attach information on any publications or National PELRA or Chapter programs, seminars, or other documented professional presentations.

20MB max

Experience *

Describe the major contributions the nominee has made toward developing stable, mature, and ongoing relationships between labor and management.