State Chamber of the Year: 2021 Application ProcessPURPOSE OF THE AWARDTo highlight best practices among state chambers and to provide recognition to COSC member chambers and their leaders who have distinguished themselves by providing exceptional services and results for their members. State chambers are encouraged to apply for the award, highlighting recent achievement in one or more of the following areas: public policy, political engagement, membership & development, organizational development, communications, and membership services. AREAS OF ACHIEVEMENTState chambers seeking recognition as “State Chamber of the Year” will demonstrate excellence in one or more of the following areas of achievement. The specified achievement will have taken place in the last year, legislative session, or election cycle.
APPLICATIONThe application for State Chamber of the Year is very simple. Tell us your state chamber's great accomplishments, and we'll tell the world. In 100 words or less, summarize the areas of achievement you wish to highlight for entry in the State Chamber of the Year award. The deadline for applications is July 31, 2020. REVIEWA panel of three experienced chamber professionals will review all of the applications and select three finalists. FINALISTS INTERVIEWThe three finalists will participate in a final interview with the judges in order to answer any questions. AWARD PRESENTATIONSThe State Chamber of the Year award, as well as the finalist awards, will be presented at an awards ceremony at COSC's Annual Meeting. |