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2026 Human Resources Professional of the Year Award

Deadline for applications is August 3, 2026.

The Human Resources Professional of the Year Award acknowledges a human resources professional that has demonstrated excellence in the nominee’s career and broader community. The award will be presented during the 2026 SC Workforce and Manufacturing Summit.

Nominees must be currently employed human resources management professionals with at least 10 years experience in the field.

Individuals may self-nominate. All applications will be treated as confidential.
1.Nominator Information(Required.)
2.Is nominee aware of nomination?
3.Nominee Information
4.Nominee's Manager Information
5.Describe the nominee’s impact to his / her company and its employees. Please include details such as: any specific efforts / initiatives the nominee has undertaken, any creative and innovative ideas used, best practices utilized, resources necessary, and outcomes including any measurable results / impacts.(Required.)
6.Please list any overall career milestones / achievements / honors.(Required.)
7.Please attach a copy of the nominee's resume.
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8.Why should the nominee receive this award?(Required.)
9.Describe the nominee's overall impact to the HR profession.(Required.)
10.Describe the nominee’s engagement in his / her community (can include business, civic, and charitable organizations).(Required.)
11.Reference (to be utilized in the event additional information is required). Can be a professional or community colleague.
12.Please feel free to attach additional information that may be relevant to the application including letters of support, media coverage, etc.
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