2021 Champion of Education and Workforce Development Award

Nomination - Deadline June 25, 2021

The Champion of Education and Workforce Development Award was created by MDF to recognize the exceptional work of an individual or organization in expanding access to affordable education, certification, skill building, career enhancement, and workforce development opportunities for Mainers. Awardees must demonstrate a commitment to economic growth in Maine at the state, regional, or local level; ability to collaborate and create partnerships in order to accomplish objectives; high professional standards that model behavior for others; and innovativeness of idea/approach to economic development.
Please include in your considerations how the person, organization, or business you are nominating has demonstrated exceptional leadership during the pandemic and efforts toward systemic change and equity.
If you have questions about the award or process, please contact Jan Kearce, Team Leader, Education and Workforce Development at jkearce@mdf.org.
Past Awardees:
Johnny’s Selected Seeds
Maine Adult Education
Dead River
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