The Hall of Fame Award is the Arthur W. Page Society's highest recognition - honoring men and women whose esteemed careers have taken them to the summit of the public relations field. The winners are recognized as "giants" in the profession.

Who is Eligible for the Hall of Fame Award?

Created in 1984, the annual Hall of Fame Award honors a leading senior level practitioner for career achievement and outstanding contributions to the public relations profession. Inductees have either had a significant career in the corporate world or done something significant that aided those who practice in the corporate discipline. Their accomplishments include major contributions to the profession, a strong commitment to the Page Principles and a career filled with recognition by their peers.

Award Criteria

The Hall of Fame recipient should have a minimum of 15 years in a senior level public relations position for corporations or agencies in the U.S. or internationally. Nominees should be persons, who by practicing the Page Principles, have had a significant positive influence on the business he or she is/was serving and without question was able to advise or influence the CEO and other C-suite executives about both public relations and business issues.

There are many important criteria used to choose the next Hall of Fame recipient - but one qualification is of utmost importance. The Hall of Fame winner must have demonstrated commitment to the Page Principles throughout his or her career, thereby affirming the role of the Chief Communications Officer through effective practice and example as exemplified by:

• Serving as an engaged member of senior management
• Influencing his or her organization to act in the public interest
• Enhancing the reputation of his or her organization
• Making major contributions to the profession through significant participation in professional organizations, and/or by writing, speaking or teaching
• Gaining recognition by peers as an influential leader; being honored with other major professional awards and honors
• Holding significant leadership roles in major community organizations

Nomination Process

Members of the Society may nominate any number of qualified candidates for consideration. The deadline for nominations is June 15, 2008. Nominations may be submitted online or mailed to:

Arthur W. Page Society
AWARDS COMMITTEE
317 Madison Avenue
Suite 2320
New York, New York 10017
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