PALM BEACH COUNTY SHRM AWARDS CEREMONY: FEBRUARY 19, 2027THE 2027 AWARDS PROGRAM Celebrating the people shaping the future of work.Join us February 19, 2027, as we recognize 2026 nominees whose leadership, workplaces, and service made an impact across Palm Beach County. Event location will be posted in the events page once registration is open! Nomination Closing Date: January 8, 2027 BEFORE YOU NOMINATE Who can be recognized?Great work deserves to be seen. Self-nominations and nominations submitted on someone else’s behalf are welcome. Each nomination should focus on achievements from the previous 12 months (2026). Eligibility for all awards
ONE CLEAR APPLICATION Seven questions. One compelling story.Every award uses the same three universal questions, worth 40% combined. Four questions specific to the selected award make up the remaining 60%, at 15% each. QUESTION 1 · 10% Nominee overviewWhy are you nominating this individual, team, or organization for this award? Maximum 500 words. QUESTION 2 · 15% Key accomplishmentsDescribe the nominee’s most significant accomplishments and contributions during the past 12 months. Maximum 500 words. QUESTION 3 · 15% Measurable impactDescribe measurable results from the past 12 months, such as engagement, retention, talent outcomes, cost savings, employee growth, community impact, organizational performance, or volunteer engagement. Maximum 500 words. Expand an award below to see its four award-specific questions (Questions 4–7). Each is worth 15%. TIER 01 · SIX AWARDS PBC SHRM Member-Only AwardsThese six honors require active Palm Beach County SHRM membership. Additional criteria for the HR Professional of the Year are listed within that award. HR Professional of the Year · Grand AwardThe highest individual honor presented by Palm Beach County SHRM, recognizing a distinguished HR leader whose contributions have significantly advanced their organization, employees, and the HR profession. Eligibility: Active PBC SHRM member · At least 7 years of HR experience · Currently employed in Palm Beach County Additional application fields: Years of HR experience (7–10, 11–15, 16–20, or 21+); current certification, if any (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, Other, or None). Certification is not required. Q4 · Describe the HR initiative, strategy, or challenge that best demonstrates the nominee’s expertise and leadership. Q5 · How has the nominee elevated the HR profession within their organization and/or the Palm Beach County HR community? Q6 · Describe a significant workforce or business challenge successfully addressed by the nominee. Q7 · Why should this individual receive Palm Beach County SHRM’s highest individual honor? HR Team of the YearQ4 · Describe the team’s most significant accomplishment during the past year. Q5 · How did collaboration contribute to success? Q6 · What challenge did the team overcome? Q7 · What makes this team exceptional? HR Volunteer of the YearQ4 · Describe the nominee’s contributions to Palm Beach County SHRM. Q5 · How has the nominee advanced the HR profession or chapter mission? Q6 · What leadership role has the nominee played through volunteer service? Q7 · What lasting impact has their service created? HR Rising StarRecommended: Fewer than 7 years of experience in Human Resources. Q4 · What accomplishments demonstrate exceptional promise? Q5 · How has the nominee exceeded expectations? Q6 · How has the nominee demonstrated leadership potential? Q7 · Why is this individual considered a future HR leader? Private Sector Leader of the YearQ4 · How has the nominee strengthened organizational performance through leadership? Q5 · How has the nominee positively impacted employee experience and culture? Q6 · Describe a significant challenge the nominee successfully addressed. Q7 · What leadership qualities make this individual exceptional? Public Sector Leader of the YearQ4 · How has the nominee improved the employee experience within their organization? Q5 · What workforce or organizational challenges has the nominee successfully addressed? Q6 · How has their leadership contributed to improved public service outcomes? Q7 · What distinguishes this individual as an outstanding public-sector leader? TIER 02 · SIX AWARDS Community awardsRecognizing exceptional leaders, employers, cultures, talent development, and community contributions across Palm Beach County. PBC SHRM membership is not required for these awards. Emerging Leader of the YearQ4 · What accomplishments demonstrate emerging leadership potential? Q5 · How has the nominee positively influenced colleagues, teams, or the community? Q6 · What initiative best illustrates leadership ability? Q7 · Why should this individual be recognized as an Emerging Leader? Employer of the YearCategories: Large Employer and Small/Mid-Size Employer. Q4 · What makes this organization an employer of choice? Q5 · Describe programs and practices that support engagement and retention. Q6 · How does the organization invest in employee growth and well-being? Q7 · What distinguishes this employer from others in Palm Beach County? Best Workplace Culture AwardQ4 · How would employees describe the organization’s culture? Q5 · What initiatives have strengthened engagement, inclusion, and belonging? Q6 · How does leadership sustain workplace culture? Q7 · What evidence demonstrates the success of culture initiatives? Talent Development Excellence AwardFor an individual or team demonstrating exceptional commitment to employee development, workforce capability building, leadership development, and talent growth. Q4 · Describe the talent development initiative, program, or strategy that had the most significant impact. Q5 · How were workforce development needs identified and addressed? Q6 · What measurable results were achieved through these efforts? Q7 · What makes this individual or team’s approach exceptional? Community Impact AwardQ4 · Describe the organization’s most significant contribution to Palm Beach County. Q5 · How are employees engaged in community service and outreach? Q6 · What partnerships or initiatives strengthened community impact? Q7 · What measurable outcomes were achieved? Nonprofit Employer of the YearQ4 · How has the organization created an exceptional workplace while advancing its mission? Q5 · How does the organization attract, develop, and retain talent? Q6 · How does the organization support employee well-being and engagement? Q7 · What distinguishes this nonprofit as an employer of choice? READY TO RECOGNIZE EXCELLENCE? Award applicationReview the eligibility requirements and prepare responses to all three universal questions and the four questions for your chosen award. The official application link has not yet been provided. Nominations are open October 20, 2026 through January 8, 2027. Submit Application Now |
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