This award was designed to recognize the hard-working meeting professional who exhibits personal and professional characteristics that create an environment that focuses on team work, as well as shows support for the Convention Services Profession.

CSMs, this is your chance to recognize a planner that represents the best of the best! Convention Services Managers know better than anyone when a planner is prepared, shows professionalism and is a great leader when producing an event or meeting.

 Criteria and Guidelines
- Worked with nominator during the past year
- Held meeting planner position during the past year
- Shows superior leadership management qualities before, during and after the meeting
- Recognizes the importance and supports the role of the CSM in the meeting planning process