2010 FORTY UNDER 40 NOMINATIONS

Thank you for you interest in the Forty Under 40 Awards. The nomination period is now open. Nominations must be submitted by Friday, March 26, 2010. nominations

To be eligible, a nominee must meet this criteria:

  • Nominees must be 39 years or younger on June 30, 2010
  • Nominees must spend the majority of their work time in Ottawa-Gatineau
  • Nominees must be a manager, owner, professional or executive or person with significant business decision-making authority
  • Preference is given to nominees who work in the private sector. However, nominees can work for a for-profit or non-profit organization; in both cases, nominees will be assessed on objective, demonstrable business achievements that advance the goals and objectives of their respective organizations

The nomination process is designed to be straightforward and succinct taking approximately one hour. There are five steps:

  1. NOMINATION FORM: Click here to download the Nomination Form. This gives the judges a quick overview of the nominee, his/her references and contact information. (This is the only form to complete. Other information can be submitted in standard word processor documents.)
  2. RESUME: In point-form, write a one-page resume that briefly outlines his/her career path.
  3. BUSINESS ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In point-form, write a one-page report about the nominee’s business accomplishments. Suggestion: it should include objective facts about the nominee’s most significant business accomplishments, how their company has grown because of their leadership. Please use quantitative measurements (dollars or percentage) when referencing growth.
  4. LEVEL OF EXPERTISE: In point-form, write a half-page report about the nominee’s level of expertise in their respective field. Suggestion: it could include educational credentials, years of work in their field and awards/distinctions that would demonstrate a certain level of expertise.
  5. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: In point-form, write a half-page report on the nominee’s community and charitable activities. Suggestion: explain how the nominee has led and/or participated in community causes. Include information about membership and involvement in community groups.

For more information on Forty Under 40, please contact Cheryl Lumley by email at cheryl.lumley@transcontinental.ca by phone at 613.744.4800 ext. 231.