DEADLINE EXTENDED — GPN is Looking for 40 Under 40

DEADLINE EXTENDED

The deadline for nominating someone to GPN’s inaugural 40 under 40 list has been extended until January 30, 2012.

In May, GPN will recognize 40 industry professionals under the age of 40 who will help determine the future of the horticulture industry. These individuals are today’s movers and shakers who are already setting the pace for tomorrow.

We want to shine the spotlight on 40 men and women whose career accomplishments have moved them to the forefront. Their professional track records have helped to establish them as some of today’s brightest stars — before their 40th birthday.

Here is just a sampling of some of the traits our inaugural 40 Under 40 have demonstrated in their jobs:

• Exemplary leadership skills;
• Creativity and innovation;
• Sustained career advancement;
• Dedication and personal integrity;
• Technical skills;
• Community outreach.

If you know someone that meets these criteria, we want to know who they are. You can nominate that individual by sending the following information to me at thodson@sgcmail.com:

Nominee’s Name: Title: Birth Date*: Company name and address: Nominee’s e-mail address: A brief statement (300-600 words) on why the nominee should be considered:

We are looking for the brightest individuals under the age of 40 that our industry has to offer. Nominees’ titles could come from any of these areas, including: academics; branch managers; general managers; growers; operations; owners/principals; presidents; production managers; and/or vice presidents or some other title not even listed here.

GPN’s 40 Under 40 also will be recognized at a special reception at OFA Short Course, July 14 to 17, in Columbus, Ohio.

Get your nominations in now! The deadline for nominating someone to GPN’s 40 Under 40 has been extended is January 30, 2012.

*Nominations without a birth date cannot be considered.