It's time once again to recognize those within NAWBO Chicago who inspire us and propel entrepreneurism forward. The award for Member of the Year will be presented at the 2012 Achievement Luncheon on April 19th.

Award Criteria:

• Applicant must be a NAWBO Chicago individual (woman business owner) member in good standing for at least three (3) years.
• Applicant must have provided volunteer service to the Chapter.
• Award winner must be able to attend the Annual Achievement Luncheon, on April 19, 2012 at the Chicago Hilton and Towers Hotel.

Return completed application package via email, no later than Friday, February 24th, to info@nawbochicago.org. Your package should contain:

• A photograph of nominee, electronic (.jpg) file preferred.
• Answers to the questions listed below.
• No more than five (5) pages in total.
• “Member of The Year application” in the subject line of your email.

Application Questions

1. Applicant Information: Name, Company, Address, Phone, Fax, Email, Date nominee joined NAWBO Chicago Area Chapter.
2. List all NAWBO committees on which nominee currently serves or has served. Describe any and all leadership positions held, whether local or national. Include dates and length of service.
3. Describe the contributions nominee has made to NAWBO. Include any special projects, such as programs, improvements and/or activities that nominee helped develop or perpetuate.
4. Is there any particular volunteer service nominee has performed that is of special pride? Describe.
5. Explain how nominee’s volunteer service has helped NAWBO and the Chicago Area Chapter grow and achieve its mission of the empowerment of all women business owners.

All applications must be sent in Word or PDF format via email.

Questions?  Contact the NAWBO Chapter office at 312.224.2605 or info@nawbochicago.org