Starting this year, the Leadership Awards will focus on individuals, rather than companies and products. Individuals can nominate themselves or be nominated by others. You may nominate more than one person, but each nomination must have it’s own entry form filled out.

Nominations should include individuals who have made a significant positive impact in the water sports industry, perhaps through advocacy, volunteering, leadership, innovation or other efforts that contributed to the success of their company, achieved a key goal, or brought new participants to the sport.

A brief written statement (500 words maximum) is required for describing why this person deserves to be considered as a nominee. This statement will be published and viewed by voters to help educate them about the nominee. Your statement will be published as entered. Including images and graphics with your nomination is encouraged!