1. How do I submit a nomination?
CLICK HERE and complete the electronic nomination form. All applications must be submitted electronically. Applications emailed to Food Logistics’ and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's staff or submitted through social media channels will not be considered.
2. Can I nominate myself?
Yes, absolutely. You are your best advocate.
3. Can I submit a nomination for someone who recently won one of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's other awards, i.e., Rock Stars of the Supply Chain or Pros to Know?
Yes, absolutely. These are all different awards designed to highlight different kinds of achievements.
4. Can I submit a nomination for someone who won the Women in the Supply Chain award in the past?
As long as the submission is different from previous years' and can explain/showcase/detail growth and advancement since, yes, absolutely. We love repeat winners.
5. How long should my responses be?
There is no word count or character limit to the responses. In fact, the more information, the better. Submissions that tell a story and detail the journey the nominee has taken to get to this current stage in her career are encouraged.
6. Is there a limit to the number of nominations I can submit?
Limit one category per nominee; limit up to three nominations (individuals) per company. Those submissions for the same person with multiple categories will be disqualified. Those submissions for more than three nominees per company could result in disqualification.
7. Is there a ratio of submissions vs. winners?
No. We do not place a minimum or maximum on the number of winners for this award. We honor those individuals who can clearly and thoroughly detail their journey, their achievements, etc.
8. If I submit multiple applications for the same nominee, will that increase the chances of that nominee winning?
No. In fact, submitting multiple applications for the same nominee could actually hurt the chances of that nominee winning. We suggest companies communicate internally to discuss the up to three selected nominees and submit three outstanding applications.
9. How do you determine a winner from the submission?
Submissions must tell a story; they must detail the journey the nominee has taken to get to this current stage in his/her career. The more information, the better. Those submissions with one-sentence answers or no examples will not be considered.
Winners ARE NOT determined based on relationship with Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Winners ARE ALSO NOT determined based on their advertising with Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Nominee names and company names are hidden in the vetting process; Food Logistics' and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's editorial staff vets based on the submission itself, which is why telling a story and providing clear examples is imperative to determining winners vs. non-winners.
10. I submitted my nomination. What’s next?
Thank you for submitting your nomination. Now we wait until submissions close before we can begin the vetting process. Please allow up to 2-3 weeks for the vetting process before we can begin notifying winners.
11. How will I know if I won?
After submissions close and winners have been selected, both winners and the person submitting the nomination will receive an email with additional instructions, embargo information, etc. Please allow up to 2-3 weeks after the submission close date.
12. Can I make changes to the nomination after I hit submit?
No, unfortunately you cannot make edits or changes to the nomination after it’s been submitted electronically.
13. Do I need to submit logos, headshots or anything at time of submission?
There will be places throughout the submission process asking for nominee's headshots and company logo, however none of them are mandatory to complete the submission.
14. What is the entry fee?
Applications are free; there is no charge/fee to apply.
15. How is my submission judged?
Vetting of the submissions is based on the ability to outline in detail the specifics of the nominee's achievements and efforts. Those submissions lacking specifics may not be considered. Case in point: The more information, the better. Winners ARE NOT determined based on relationship with Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Winners ARE ALSO NOT determined based on their advertising with Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Nominee names and company names are hidden in the vetting process; Food Logistics' and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's editorial staff vets based on the submission itself, which is why, the more information, the better.
16. Who is vetting the submissions?
Honorees are vetted by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's editorial staff. However, the (4) overall winners (one per category) will be selected based on online votes from the supply chain industry.
17. What do the winners receive?
The Top 4 overall category winners (one per category) will receive the highest-level promotional package, which includes:
--> Executive Profile in Online Article (Logo & Company Bio)
--> Virtual Video Interview with Editor-in-Chief, posted to FoodLogistics.com and SDCExec.com
--> Company Logo Placement in Overall Winner Interview – Scrolls Along Bottom of Video Player
--> Logo License (unlimited rights and full access to include, share and embed the award logo anywhere, everywhere at all times).
--> A Commemorative Plaque
18. I want to submit a nomination, but the submission date is closed. Can I still submit a nomination?
No, Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive do not accept any past due submissions. Once the deadline has passed, nominations are closed.
19. What if my submission doesn’t win, or my entry isn’t eligible.
If you think your submission may not be eligible, please read through the criteria or email Editor-in-Chief Marina Mayer at [email protected]. Otherwise, if you do not win, there's always next year.
20. What is the logo license?
The logo license gives you unlimited rights and full access to include, share and embed the award logo anywhere, everywhere at all times. Sharing the award logo without purchasing a logo license will result in IP theft.
21. Does the nominee have to attend the Women in Supply Chain Forum to apply for the award?
No, the nominee does not have to attend the Women in Supply Chain Forum to apply. Nor do attendees of the Women in Supply Chain Forum need to be nominated or recipients of the Women in Supply Chain award.
22. How will the winners be introduced? Will you be putting out a press release?
Winners will be posted on FoodLogistics.com and SDCExec.com in an article as well as a winners' chart. CLICK HERE for an example of last year's article. Those winners with write-ups (including headshot, bio and accompanying interview) were purchased through our sponsorship packages. CLICK HERE for an example of our winners' chart. All winners, regardless if they purchased the sponsorship package or not, are included in this chart.
23. I'm a winner. Will I receive a discount to the Women in Supply Chain Forum?
Yes, 2023 Women in Supply Chain winners as well as winners from this year's Women in Supply Chain award will receive a special code for a discounted rate on registration to this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum, scheduled Nov. 12-13 in Atlanta.
