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2027 Emerging Leader of the Year Award

Nominations are now being accepted until December 21, 2026.


This award is presented to a person residing, studying, or working in the Indianola community that is under the age of 40 who has shown strong involvement and outstanding leadership and has made an impact on the community.

 

The winner will be presented with their award at the Indianola Chamber of Commerce Annual Recognition Dinner, which will be held at Simpson College on February 4, 2027. 


Criteria for the Award are as follows:


  • Must reside, study, or work in the Indianola or surrounding community.
  • Must be 40 years of age or younger as of the nomination deadline.
  • Demonstration of leadership, vision, service and/or involvement within the Indianola community.
  • Brought innovation, creativity, high standards, and a track record of success to their professional and/or volunteer organization(s).
  • Established reputation of character, trust and leadership for others to emulate.


Submission Details:


Please complete the nomination requirements below must be submitted below no later than December 21st at 5 p.m. Late and incomplete submissions will not be considered.


Thank you for your time and consideration.


Kind Regards,


Simpson College Alumni Office

Nomination Submission

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