Entry information
Eligibility
The MVP awards program is intended for workers who may typically not be publicly
acknowledged for their efforts or eligible to participate in any type of recognition
or incentive programs within their companies.
Following are the levels and job titles for
eligible workers employed by
an NRCA member or nonmember roofing contractor or distributor or supplier firm.
Roofing contracting firms—any field roofing worker, foreman or
superintendent. The number of nominations per firm must not exceed three per company
branch.
Distributor and supplier firms—warehouse employee, warehouse
foreman, driver or equipment operator. The number of nominations must not exceed
five per national firm.
Self-nominations are not permitted; rather, each participating firm or his or her
designee is responsible for preparing and submitting the entry form(s) and including
supporting information—at least a minimum of 100 words. Input from employees
is strongly encouraged.
Criteria by which nominees will be evaluated
Nominees will be evaluated based on significant contributions in the following categories.
(
Nominees can be nominated for more than one category; each category will be judged
separately.)
- Outstanding on-the-job performance: A nominee must demonstrate a strong
work ethic and outstanding workmanship in his or her area of responsibility and
contribute creative ideas for problem solving.
- On-the-job safety performance: A nominee must have an outstanding
safety record and/or contribute to the improved safety of the work crew.
- Contributions to a team effort: A nominee should demonstrate support
for co-workers and helping others learn. He or she should demonstrate leadership,
initiative and resourcefulness in attracting new roofing workers and helping retain
existing ones.
- Community service and volunteerism: A nominee should be actively committed
to participating in programs that have positive effects on a segment of his or her
community and/or the general public.
- Other noteworthy contributions and activities: These activities should
reflect positively on an individual personally and/or as an employee in the roofing
industry. (Examples: coaching, serving in the armed forces, etc.)
Entry preparation
Entries should be submitted as follows:
- Complete the official entry form with the name and job title of the nominated
employee. Be sure to check the award category(ies) in which the candidate is being
entered, and provide company name, address and other contact information as requested.
- For each award category in which a nominee is being entered, provide a detailed
description (minimum of 100 words) of the specific attributes, activities and
other factors that make the individual noteworthy or unique. Please provide adequate
detail so judges have a basis of comparison with other entries. Note: Entries submitted
without supporting information will not be considered—judges need detailed
information to properly evaluate the entries. Handwritten entries are discouraged.
- To assist you with the nomination process, click here
to view sample applications.
- Include applicable information and material that may help strengthen the nominee's
credentials as a potential award winner, such as customer and supervisor comments.
Remember, the only information the judges will have on which to base their decisions
is the information presented with the entry.
- Package entries carefully and be sure to mail them with adequate postage.
The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress will not be responsible for loss of or
damage to any submissions.
Click here to download an official entry form
(PDF).
Send entry forms and supporting information to:
The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress MVP Awards Program
c/o National Roofing Contractors Association
10255 W. Higgins Road, Suite 600
Rosemont, IL 60018-5607
Attention: Bennett Judson
Deadline for submissions is Nov. 25, 2011.
All entries become the property of The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress.
Judges
Judges are recognized professionals within the roofing industry and include a representative
mix of contractors, manufacturers, distributors and suppliers.
The only information
the judges will have available on which to base their decisions is the information
submitted with each entry.
How the judging works:
- Entries are reviewed at Alliance headquarters to confirm eligibility.
- Each eligible entry is individually evaluated by the judges.
- The highest-ranking entries in each category will be re-evaluated to determine the
winner.
- Judges' decisions are final, and evaluations of specific entries will remain confidential.
Recognizing the winners and their companies
MVP winners receive:
- Two complimentary airfares and two nights' hotel accommodations during NRCA's 125th
Annual Convention, Feb. 20-24, 2012, in Orlando, Fla.
- One complimentary conference registration and exhibit hall pass to the 2012 International
Roofing Expo®
- Two complimentary tickets to the NRCA Awards Ceremony and Cocktail Reception, Feb.
23, 2012, where winners and their companies will be formally honored. (All other
convention-related expenses will be the responsibility of each award winner.)
- A $100 American Express gift card
- Recognition in Professional Roofing magazine, NRCA's For Members Only
newsletter and on The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress' website,
www.roofingindustryalliance.net
- Winners and their companies also will be the focus of press releases sent to local
and national media and industry trade press.
- Finalists not selected as award winners will receive certificates of merit.
Questions regarding the MVP Awards Program can be addressed to Bennett Judson, the
Alliance's executive director, at (800) 323-9545, ext. 7513 or
bjudson@roofingindustryalliance.net.