1. How do I submit a nomination?
Go to https://foodl.me/WomeninSupplyChainAward and complete the electronic nomination form. Applications emailed to Food Logistics’ and Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s staff, submitted through social media channels and/or sent directly to the judges will not be eligible.
2. Can I nominate myself?
Yes, absolutely. You are your best advocate.
3. Can I submit a nomination for someone who recently won one of Food Logistics and/or Supply & Demand Chain Executive's other awards, i.e., Pros to Know or Rock Stars of the Supply Chain?
Yes, absolutely. These are all different awards designed to highlight different kinds of achievements.
4. How long should my responses be?
There is no word count or character limit to the responses. In fact, the more information, the better.
5. Is there a limit to the number of nominations I can submit?
Please limit three submissions per company.
6. If a nominee won this award in previous years, are we still eligible to submit a nomination this year?
Yes, we love repeat winners.
7. Is there a ratio of how submissions vs. winners?
No. We do not put a minimum or maximum figure on the number of winners.
8. How do you determine a winner from the submission?
Submissions must tell a story; they must detail the journey the nominee has taken to get to this current stage in her career. The more information, the better. Those submissions with one-sentence answers or no examples will not be considered. Winners ARE NOT determined based on relationship with Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Winners ARE ALSO NOT determined based on their advertising with Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Nominee names and company names are hidden in the vetting process; Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's editorial staff vet based on the submission itself, which is why telling a story and providing clear examples is imperative to determining winners vs. non-winners.
9. I submitted my nomination. What’s next?
Thank you for submitting your nomination. Now we wait until submissions close before we can begin the vetting process.
10. How will I know if I won?
After submissions close, Food Logistics’ and Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s editorial staff will need a couple of weeks to vet the nominations. Once winners have been selected, they will receive an email with additional instructions, embargo information, etc.
11. Can I make changes to the nomination after I hit submit?
No, unfortunately you cannot make edits or changes to the nomination after it’s been submitted electronically.
12. Do I need to submit logos, headshots or anything at time of submission?
There will be places throughout the submission process asking for nominee's headshot and company logo, however none of them are mandatory to complete the submission.
13. What is the entry fee?
Applications are free; there is no charge/fee to apply.
14. How is my submission judged?
Vetting of the submissions is based on the ability to outline in detail the specifics of nominee's achievements and efforts. Those submissions lacking specifics may not be considered. Case in point: The more information, the better. Winners ARE NOT determined based on relationship with Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Winners ARE ALSO NOT determined based on their advertising with Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Nominee names and company names are hidden in the vetting process; Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive's editorial staff vet based on the submission itself, which is why, the more information, the better.
15. Who is vetting the submissions?
Honorees are vetted by Food Logistics’ and Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s editorial staff.
16. What do the winners receive?
Winners will be able to select from a variety of sponsorship packages, including video interviews. Winners also receive a discounted registration fee for the Women in Supply Chain Forum. Our two overall winners (one from Food Logistics audience, and one from Supply & Demand Chain Executive audience) will also be invited to participate in a panel discussion at this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum.
17. Do I have to submit a nomination in order to attend the Women in Supply Chain Forum?
No, you do not need to submit a nomination in order to attend the Women in Supply Chain Forum. However, there will be instances throughout the forum where winners will be recognized. And, winners also receive a discounted registration fee for the Women in Supply Chain Forum.
18. Are winners required to attend the Women in Supply Chain Forum?
No, it is not mandatory that winners attend the Women in Supply Chain Forum.
19. I want to submit a nomination, but the submission date is closed. Can I still submit a nomination?
No, Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive will not accept any past due submissions. Once the deadline has passed, nominations are closed.
20. What if my submission doesn’t win, or my entry isn’t eligible.
If you think your submission may not be eligible, please read through the criteria or email Editor-in-Chief Marina Mayer at [email protected]. Otherwise, if you do not win, there's always next year.
