Awards Committee
By Karen Hansen, NJAWBO-Mercer Awards Committee

It’s never too early to begin thinking about formally recognizing the dedicated NJAWBO members who give their time and energy to make the organization work. It is because of the ongoing efforts of volunteers that Mercer Chapter has so many wonderful activities, events, and opportunities. As you interact with other chapter members, please let the Awards Committee know if you think someone is making an extraordinary contribution. We want to make sure that outstanding women are recognized and thanked for their efforts. The awards and their criteria are:

Teal Heart Award -- Teal Hearts are given throughout the year to members who have “gone above and beyond the call of duty.” Nominations for a Teal Heart may be made to the Awards Committee at any time during the year. A chapter may award no more than four Teal Hearts in the 12-month period from April through March.

Nancy C. Righter Service Award -- The Nancy C. Righter Service Award is given to a Teal Heart recipient who best exemplifies, through her spirit and energy, the outstanding service and dedication of Nancy C. Righter, a former NJAWBO Chapter President who died in an automobile accident while serving as State Board Awards Chair.

Business Woman of the Year Award -- The Business Woman of the Year Award is given to a woman who has distinguished herself in her business, in NJAWBO and in her community. Her Chapter may nominate her after she has been a business owner and a NJAWBO member for at least three years. Nominations should be submitted before February 1, 2005.

Woman of Achievement/Rose and Scroll Award -- The Woman of Achievement/Rose and Scroll award is given to a non-NJAWBO member who has been a role model for women, has a record of assisting women business owners and is nominated by a NJAWBO Chapter. Nominations should be submitted to the Awards Committee before December 1, 2004.

If you would like to nominate someone for an award, or if you would like to be a member of the Awards Committee, please contact Karen Hansen at 732-398-9809 or khansen@aol.com.