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2026 IAPD/IPRA Conference
Agency Showcase Judge Application

Welcome!
We’re excited to have you here.
Please take a moment to fill out the provided form.
Your input is important to us and will help us serve you better. Thank you!

NEW THIS YEAR! PARTICIPATION OPTIONS

Judging Format Options
- Virtual Judging
- Onsite Judging
- Both Virtual and Onsite Judging

Thursday, January 29
Whether you choose to participate as an onsite or virtual judge,
you will have the following opportunities open to you on the day of the event:
- Light Breakfast (Open to onsite judges only)
- Lunch (Open to onsite judges only)
Networking Opportunities
- Complimentary admission to IPRA Social on Thursday, January 29
- Complimentary admission to educational sessions and exhibit hall on Thursday and Friday, and complimentary admission to educational sessions on Saturday.

Time Commitment
- Please specify your availability (e.g., full-day, half-day, specific time slots).

Judging Methodology
- Electronic judging will be used. A rubric will be provided for your reference.
1.Contact Information
2.Please tell us about your professional experience:
3.Have you completed work for any Illinois park, recreation or conservation agency in the past (including freelance)?
4.Please indicate your areas of expertise (check all that apply):
5.Due to parking limitations on Thursday, January 29, we encourage all in-person judges to take public transportation. Would you like to be added to the list for a parking pass (not guaranteed)
6.Are you interested in a conference badge to attend education sessions and
exhibit hall? Please check all that apply. (Please note: If you are a member of IPRA, you do not qualify for a complimentary badge)
7.Do you have any professional/personal connections to an Illinois park, recreation or conservation agency? If yes, please indicate connection below.
8.As an Onsite Judge you will receive a light breakfast and lunch. Do you require any dietary or other special accommodations on Thursday, January 29?
9.Have you been an Agency Showcase Judge in the past?
10.Participation Options
11.Virtual Time Commitment - (Begins January 5 - Complete by January 27) Please specify your availability
12.Onsite Time Commitment - Please specify your availability for Thursday, January 29
Upon completion of this form, you will receive a confirmation email within two weeks to verify your acceptance as a judge. Thank you for your commitment to supporting professionals in the professionals at Illinois park, recreation and conservation agencies and enriching the judging process!

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to kherrmann@mgparks.com
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