PURPOSE OF THE AWARD
- To honor outstanding individuals and organizations that exemplify excellence and innovation in arbitration, claims and dispute resolution, contract management, negotiation, mediation, and engineering expertise.
- To recognize those who have made substantial contributions, fostering positive change and progress over time.
- To celebrate individuals and organizations whose efforts have inspired, supported, and elevated the performance and achievements of others.
NOMINATION REVIEW, SELECTION, AND NOTIFICATION
- The Judging Committee is responsible for managing the nomination, selection, and award process across the Individual, Association, and Organization categories.
- After the nomination deadline, the Judging Committee will begin the review and selection process.
- Incomplete nominations will not be considered.
- One (1) winner per category will be selected to receive the award.
- Eligible individuals and organizations demonstrating excellence and innovation in arbitration, claims and dispute resolution, contract management, negotiation, mediation, and engineering expertise may be nominated multiple times.
- Nominees or projects must demonstrate national or international impact.
- All nominations must be submitted online.
- The Judging Committee will make the final decision and announce the award winners during the opening ceremony.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:
1. Individual Nominee Documentation
- Nominee Information: Name, job title, contact details (address, phone, mobile, LinkedIn profile, email).
- Project Overview (up to 2000 words):
- Project name, summary, and outcomes.
- Key data: cost, schedule performance, risk management, productivity, resource efficiency, contract type, claims, and variation from scope.
- Photos (concept, construction, completion).
- Stakeholder impact, including customer satisfaction.
- Supporting Statement (500 words): Why the nominee deserves the award, highlighting achievements in expert witness roles and arbitration in engineering.
- Resume/CV.
- References: Three contacts familiar with the nominee’s work, with names, roles, and contact information.
- Optional: Publications (books, articles) and committee work.
2. Organization Nominee Documentation
- Organization Information: Organization name, main contact details, website, or LinkedIn profile.
- Project Profile (up to 2000 words):
- Project name, summary, and outcomes.
- Key data: cost, schedule, risk management, productivity, contract type, and scope variations.
- Photos (concept, construction, completion).
- Stakeholder impact, including customer satisfaction.
- Strategic Overview:
- Vision, strategic plans, and key achievements in contracts and dispute management.
- ROI, methodologies, and frameworks.
- Supporting Statement (500 words): Why the organization deserves the award, emphasizing achievements in arbitration and contract management.
- References: Three contacts familiar with the organization’s achievements.
3. Association Nominee Documentation
- Association Information: Association name, main contact details, website, or LinkedIn profile.
- Activity Summary:
- Overview of activities (training, seminars, meetings) related to arbitration and ADR.
- Key data: cases managed, dispute values, registered experts, and impact on ADR in the community.
- Strategic Contributions:
- Vision, strategic plans, and notable achievements in dispute resolution.
- Supporting Statement (500 words): Why the association deserves the award, focusing on contributions to ADR and arbitration.
- References: Three contacts familiar with the association’s work
AWARD FRAMEWORK
Award recipients shall receive:
- An award trophy with an engraved plaque featuring the awardee’s name and award title.
- An official award certificate.
- Recognition during the opening ceremony.
- An award badge for use on all stationery.
- Extensive media coverage.
AWARDS SUBMISSION IMPORTANT DATES
• Nov 01, 2024, 9:00 AM: Awards submission site opens
• Jan 25, 2025, 5:00 PM: Awards submission site closes.
• Feb 01, 2025, 9:00 AM: Judging & Evaluation of the Awards.
• Feb 19, 2025: Winners will be announced in Opening Ceremony.
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