Award Applications
The deadline for receipt of all applications and supporting documentation is April 5, 2013.
Harold R. Gordon Award
Gordon Award application Harold R. Gordon is considered to be the father of the American health insurance industry. He was a visionary who sensed that some place between the property/casualty insurance and life insurance industry would emerge a distinct industry concerned with insuring the financial aspects of a person getting sick or hurt.In memory of this great leader, NAHU annually awards the industry's greatest accolade, the Harold R. Gordon Memorial Award, which recognizes the recipient as the industry's Person of the Year. The deadline for Gordon Award nominations is Friday, May 3.
Chapter and Individual Awards
Emerging Leader Award
Honors NAHU members with less than five years in the industry who have contributed significantly
above and beyond what is normally called for in connection with association volunteer service at
the local, state, and/or national level.
Landmark Award
Honors state chapters for outstanding achievements and excellence in serving
their members and the industry.
Pacesetter Award
Honors local chapters for outstanding achievements and excellence in serving
their members and the industry.
Distinguished Service
Award
Presented to members who have contributed significantly above and beyond
what is normally called for in connection with association volunteer service.
Media Relations Award
The Media Relations Award honors state and local associations for outstanding
media relations.
Presidential Citation Award
Presented to all state and local associations that have strengthened their
membership and public outreach programs.
NAHU's Professional Development Award-Robert W. Osler Award
Presented to a state or local chapter for outstanding achievement in promoting continuing education.
NAHU's Public Service Award-William F. Flood Award
Presented to a state or local chapter for excellence in public service
activities.
NAHU's Public Speaking Award-William G. Wetzel Award
Honors members who have demonstrated excellence in public presentations.
The State Website Award and Local Website Award are presented to the state and local chapters with the most effective and easily used websites. These award applications are only available as online applications. The online applications can be found here.
Legislative Awards
"Spirit of Freedom" Legislative AwardPresented to members who have made significant contributions of time and effort in the area of federal legislation.
Chapter Legislative Excellence Award
Honors state and local chapters that excel in their legislative involvement by
performing outstanding service throughout the year.
Legislative Achievement Award
Presented to members who have made significant contributions and performed
outstanding service in state legislative activity.