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2019 SMU NexGen Leadership Award Nominations Due Aug. 1
Written by John Packard
July 25, 2019
Steel Market Update and the Steel Manufacturers Association are committed to promoting youth and encouraging more young people to consider careers in the steel and manufacturing industries. The 2019 SMU NexGen Leadership Award is just one of the ways we are recognizing the existing talent within the industry.
There is still time to get in your nominations for the 2019 SMU NexGen Leadership Award. We are looking for exceptional young people (max 35 years of age) who are making a difference in your company. Candidates must be actively employed with a manufacturing, distribution, fabrication, mill, toll processor or other mild carbon or advanced high strength steel using/producing company located in North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico). This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your company, the quality of your employees and the individual being nominated. Go to www.SMUAward.com for more information and how to submit your nomination. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at: Events@SteelMarketUpdate.com
The judges for the 2019 SMU NexGen Leadership Award are:
Phil Bell, President, Steel Manufacturers Association
Eddie Lehner, President & CEO, Ryerson
Lenore Trammell, Chief Administrative Officer, Big River Steel
Jack Bellissimo, Brand Manager, RACO, Hubbell Commercial Construction
John Packard, President & CEO, Steel Market Update
Nominations for the 2019 SMU NexGen Leadership Award are due by the end of the business day on Aug. 1, 2019. For more details, please go to www.SMUAward.com
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