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NACE ANNUAL MEMBER AWARDS NOMINATION INFORMATIONSEVEN NEW AWARD CATEGORIES!

SYNERGY AWARD- this award is presented on behalf of the best team e�ort for NACE. The team can be made up of any combination of individuals or from the same company that provided an e�ort on behalf of NACE in 2010This “team of awardees” is nominated by any member and voted on by the membership. CRITERIASynergy Award All individuals included in the award submission must be NACE members in good standingAll individuals included in the award submission must have attended a minimum of 1 NACE meeting in 2010Nomination can be submitted on behalf of individuals from a variety of companies or multiple persons from the same company working on a NACE project at any level (local or national) for a speci�c discipline*Speci�c examples of each nominee’s role in the project must be included in the nomination. Details of project (what, when, how, value of service provided, (where- if applicable)Please submit not more 100 typed words on each nominee in the team to include not more than 50 words description of the e�ort for the team members you feel qualify for the Synergy Award Some examples of Specific Discipline:multiple designers working to create total event lookrental specialist, food and beverage team and beverage source working to create F&B presentationvenue team or event/bridal planner(s) working to create total event packageentertainment supplier and photo/video support for total entertainment packagenot more than 5 photos may be submitted in conjunction with this award Networker of the Year- this award is for the person at NACE meetings who makes the best e�ort to meet guests and spread the word about NACE. This awardee can be nominated by any member and voted on by the membership CRITERIA:Networker of the year award Member in good standing of NACE Houston Chapter for minimum 1 yearAttended multiple meetings in 2010- higher consideration for more meetings attendedConsiderations:Additional Organizational memberships (Houston a�liations)NACE committee involvement (Locally and/ or Nationally)Please submit not more than 100 typed words on why you feel you this person is quali�ed for the Networker award Student Member of the Year- this award is for the NACE student member that makes the most contribution to NACE. (EXCLUDING the student chapter president) This awardee is nominated and voted on by the NACE Board and Erin (student faculty Advisor) and the Student Chapter president.

CriteriaStudent member of the YearCandidates will have been a student member for at least 1 year, currently in good standing.Student must have good academic standing.Attendance to at least 1 NACE Houston monthly meeting is required, and multiple Student Chapter meetingsMust have earned at least 25 NACE points during the year being recognized.

NEW AWARDS - HOUSTON CHAPTER(ADDED TO EXISTING AWARDS ROSTER)

CONSIDERATIONS:Committee involvement on the student, local or national level.Please submit not more than 100 typed words on why you feel this person in quali�ed for the Student Member award.

Can’t Live Without You award- this award represents the “go to” person that works in front or behind the scenes to ensure the success of NACE meetings. The award is nominated by the board and voted on by the advisory committee. CriteriaCan’t Live Without You NACE Member in good standing for minimum 1 yearAttended multiple chapter meetings in 2010- higher consideration for more meetingsIndividuals’ Nomination can be endorsed by multiple Board membersSpeci�c Examples of service requested

Considerations:Committee involvement on the local and/or national levelPlease submit not more than 100 words on why you feel this person is quali�ed for the Can’t Live Without You award The Kudos award- this award represents an event professional who is a always available to NACE members to help out in a jam, provide services, advice or resources in the event industry.The awardee is nominated by the members and voted on by the members. CriteriaKudos Award NACE Member in good standing for minimum 1 yearAttended multiple chapter meetings in 2010- higher consideration for more meetingsIndividuals’ Nomination can be submitted from multiple members in one document

Considerations:Submit actual examples of Kudos received.Please submit not more than 100 words on why you feel this person is quali�ed for the Kudo’s award.

NEW AWARDS - HOUSTON CHAPTER(ADDED TO EXISTING AWARDS ROSTER, CONTINUED)

AWARDS ROSTER - HOUSTON CHAPTER

BAUMANN/REINHEARDT CHAPTER MEMBER OF THE YEAR

Named in honor of Gary Baumann and Margery Reinheardt for their years of dedication, leadership, and commitment to the Houston Chapter, this award will be given to the members of the chapter who have demonstrated those same attributes: Dedication, Leadership and Commitment to the Mission Statement of NACE.

Up to three chapter members can receive this award.

Candidates should be a member of NACE in good standing for a minimum of two years.Attendance and participation in chapter monthly meetings is also important.

RISING STAR AWARD

Candidates for this Houston Chapter of NACE award should be a member in good standing for at least one year, but no more than three years.

Candidates will have demonstrated chapter involvement through service to the chapter on a committee or the Board, and shown great initiative in these endeavors.Attendance and participation in chapter monthly meetings is also important.

SPIRIT OF NACE AWARD

This award recognizes the chapter member whose commitment to the Houston community personi�es the ideals of humanitarianism. Candidates should be a member of NACE in good standing for any length of time. Attendance and participation in chapter monthly meetings is also important.

(CURRENT AWARDS PROGRAM)

To nominate a NACE Member for any of the awards on this page, please send a brief paragraph (no more than 150 words, please) to Margery Reinheardt (margery.reinheardt@hilton.com) or fax 713-961-1557. Nominations are due by 11/5/2010.

Please include the following talking points about your candidate:

· Why do you feel this candidate should receive this award?

· What contributions has this candidate given to the chapter and the community over the last year?

· Does this candidate make a good e�ort to attend our monthly meetings?

· What qualities does this candidate possess that makes them a good role model for other NACE members?

· How has this member personi�ed the NACE Mission Statement: To provide catering and event professionals superior education, networking and resources to enhance career success and deliver excellence to clients?