Our success as a city relies significantly on the leadership of individuals who push the economy forward with their efforts. Through a nomination process, the editorial team at Edify wants you to identify the Edmonton-and-area residents who exemplify the energy, focus, innovation and creative thinking that builds this city.
The Jan/Feb 2024 issue of Edify will honour the contributions, profile the people and tell the stories of those who are contributing to our city’s economy and business community, with a subsequent event to bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, community members and other influential Edmontonians.
This is a person who is making a major difference in his, her or their community. A person who supports neighbours through ethical, positive business practices, volunteerism and willingness to make the city a better place in which to live. The Edifier can be a business person, community organizer, coach, philanthropist — really, anyone who sets a great example of what it means to be plugged into Edmonton.
A trailblazer is someone who is at or near the top of their area of interest or expertise and leads the way for others to follow. Trailblazers are those rare individuals with a sense of direction and the fortitude to lead the way.
A community builder is a person who values the sense of belonging and imparts that to others by creating connections, encouraging participation and building consensus amongst diverse groups.
Whether it’s a large corporation, a family business or backing an idea that has disrupted an industry, this award honours a businessperson who has shown a great track record — in both dollars and cents, and building the reputation of Edmonton. This is a person who has shown he, she or they can lead a business during a difficult period, and puts the best interests of others, first.
The diversity award will go to an individual that is making great strides in making Edmonton a more inclusive, welcoming place. This award will be specially judged by Edify’s Diversity Advisory Council.
The information provided in these applications will be held in confidence by the editorial staff by Odvod Publishing/Edify magazine.
Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview that will be the basis of editorial coverage in Edify’s magazine and digital properties.
Nominations close on October 2, 2023.
