By Blaine Lomen
PSIA-AASI W Board of Directors

Twice a year, PSIA-AASI gives awards in three categories.  The three awards below are considered the Winter Awards with an application deadline date of December 31, 2020.  The Spring Awards have an application deadline of April 30, 2021.  We will send out an email the beginning of 2021 similar to this for those awards.

The awards have specific descriptions of what the recipient has accomplished and / or contributed to the organization.  In addition, each award indicates who is eligible, who can nominate a candidate and has a link to the specific award applications.  For more information click on The Snowpros link below.

https://www.thesnowpros.org/who-we-are/awards-recognition

The PSIA-AASI considers all applications though does not give out these awards lightly.  The PSIA-AASI Western Board of Directors encourages all members to give serious consideration to either applying for themselves or someone else, who meets the standards set below. The honor bestowed upon the recipients of these awards is highly regarded and coveted.  Not unlike Academy Award nominees, just to be considered for one of these awards is an honor unto itself!  Thank you for helping the Western Division find and nominate worthy candidates for these prestigious awards.

Distinguished Service Award

This award recognizes those who have made important contributions that have added to the success of PSIA-AASI. These candidates have displayed long-term commitment and dedication by providing educational programming support, or by contributing to group and/or PSIA-AASI National Team efforts that involve important national initiatives. Other examples of distinguished service may include demonstrating positive leadership skills, fostering connections with and between members, or having a willingness to mentor peers – both young and experienced. Members and non-members, including staff, vendors and industry partners, are eligible to receive this award.   

Past recipients: https://www.thesnowpros.org/download/Distinguished-Service.pdf

Who is eligible? Members, and non-members, including PSIA-AASI staff, vendors and industry partners
Who can nominate a candidate? PSIA-AASI Board of Directors, Committees, Divisional Boards, or PSIA-AASI members in good standing (all continuing education requirements have been met and dues have been paid)
Application Deadline: Nominations are due by December 31.

Application: https://form.jotform.com/82554653442156

Educational Excellence Award

This award recognizes those exceptional few members who authored PSIA-AASI educational materials over the years. They have added significantly to, and possibly even changed, the educational direction of PSIA-AASI. They have exhibited dedication, devotion and self-sacrifice contributing to the PSIA-AASI educational system, with ten years or more sustained outstanding service. 

Past recipients: https://www.thesnowpros.org/download/Educational-Excellence.pdf

Who is eligible? Members that significantly contribute to the creation of PSIA-AASI education materials (with 10 years or more of service)
Who can nominate? PSIA-AASI Board of Directors, Committees, Divisional Boards, or PSIA-AASI members in good standing (all continuing education requirements have been met and dues have been paid)
Application Deadline: Nominations are due by December 31.

Application: https://form.jotform.com/82554270942156

Lifetime Achievement Award

This award recognizes exceptional members who have designed and implemented programs, projects and procedures affecting the association on a national level. They have exhibited dedication, devotion, and self-sacrifice serving in national level leadership positions.

 Past recipients: https://www.thesnowpros.org/download/Lifetime-Achievement.pdf

Who is eligible? Members with 10 years or more sustained outstanding service
Who can nominate? PSIA-AASI Board of Directors, Committees, Divisional Boards, or PSIA-AASI members in good standing (all continuing education requirements have been met and dues have been paid)
Application Deadline: Nominations are due by December 31.

Application: https://form.jotform.com/82554468142157