WIPM 2023 LEADERSHIP AWARD

Nominations are now open for the Inaugural WIPM 2023 Leadership Award.

The WIPM 2023 Leadership Award is open to women across the pest management industry - pest management professionals, pest technicians, manufacturers, research organisations, etc. who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and have made notable contributions to the development and growth of the profession and their companies. This award is the highest recognition for individual achievement. This award acknowledges and celebrates exemplary leadership that has a significant and positive impact in the pest management industry. Nominees may be nominated by more than one person and can be nominated by anyone which includes a family member, a work colleague, or even a customer. Nominees must reside and/or work in Australia.

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Nominations on all awards will close at 5pm on the 2nd May 2023. You may nominate more than one person, but you must submit a separate nomination form for each.

Wipm 2023 Office Employee Of The Year Award

Nominations are now open for the Inaugural WIPM 2023 Office Employee of the Year Award. Your team works hard all year round to deliver operational excellence. They’re dedicated, motivated, and ultimately brilliant at what they do. But when was the last time you told them that, or showed your appreciation for their tireless support? Or publicly acknowledged their incredible input, impeccable attendance, and unparalleled punctuality? There is nothing better than having someone (especially an employer) take notice of your effort. This is your opportunity to nominate your office employee. Nominees may be nominated by more than one person and can be nominated by anyone which includes a family member, a work colleague, or even a customer. Nominees must reside and/or work in Australia.

Wipm 2023 South Pacific Excellence Award

Nominations are now open for the Inaugural WIPM 2023 South Pacific Excellence Award.

The WIPM 2023 South Pacific Award is open to women across the pest management industry - pest management professionals, pest technicians, manufacturers, research organisations, etc.... The 2023 South Pacific Excellence Award will honour the accomplishment of a woman who has achieved success in their own career and demonstrated commitment to the success of others in the pest management industry. The winner will be selected because of their vision, courage, and leadership in advancing others in the South Pacific and will be awarded to someone who can demonstrate the essential role women play in making our industry a better place to work. This award was created for a woman that is not only a high-achiever, but a role model for anyone interested in a career path in pest management. Nominees may be nominated by more than one person and can be nominated by anyone which includes a family member, a work colleague, or even a customer. Nominees must reside and/ or work in the South Pacific.

Wipm 2023 Technician Of The Year Award

Nominations are now open for the Inaugural WIPM 2023 Technician of the Year Award.

The female pest technician of the year is awarded in recognition of outstanding contribution made by an individual in a technical role in the industry. This award is designed to honour the achievements of the Australian pest control industry’s finest female service professional. This award will go to someone who participates in industry educational meetings, exhibits excellence in safety, customer relations and leadership skills, and is active in community service. Nominees must have a minimum of three years in the industry and be fully termite qualified. Nominees must be nominated by an owner, manager or technical/training director and companies may nominate more than one candidate. Nominees must reside and/or work in Australia. The nominee for this category can also be nominated for the WIPM Leadership Award.

Wipm 2023 New Zealand Excellence Award

Nominations are now open for the Inaugural WIPM 2023 New Zealand Excellence Award.

The WIPM 2023 New Zealand Excellence Award is open to women across the pest management industry - pest management professionals, pest technicians, manufacturers, research organisations, etc.... The 2023 New Zealand Excellence Award will honour the accomplishment of a woman who has achieved success in their own career and demonstrated commitment to the success of others in the pest management industry. The winner will be selected because of their vision, courage, and leadership in advancing others in New Zealand and will be awarded to someone who can demonstrate the essential role women play in making our industry a better place to work. This award was created for a woman that is not only a high-achiever, but a role model for anyone interested in a career path in pest management. Nominees may be nominated by more than one person and can be nominated by anyone which includes a family member, a work colleague, or even a customer. Nominees must reside and/or work in New Zealand.

The winners will receive:

 A plaque

 Recognition in industry magazines, newsletters and social media platforms

 Winner's framed certificate

 Winner graphics for their own promotion

 Invited to be a guest on Pestie Profiles Podcast

The 2023 WIPM Recognition Awards will be presented at the Termite Professional Conference Gala Dinner at the Maroochy RSL Event Centre on Friday 7th July 2023.

Please note that you do not have to attend the gala to be nominated. A representative will be chosen if you win to collect your award if you are unable to attend the dinner.

Judging Process

To ensure professionalism and transparency, a judging panel made up of respected industry professionals with no conflicts of interest are chosen to examine the submitted nominations. The criteria of these nominations request all nominators to complete a detailed document which includes supporting testimonials. The judges may request an interview with the nominee and additional documentation to support the submission. Each judge will score each submission based on the testimonials and documentation provided by the award nominators. The aggregate highest score will determine the winner of the award.

The winner will be notified in the second week of May to allow them the opportunity to attend the Termite Professional Conference Gala Dinner to accept their award.