The Rising Star award will be presented to the individual who, in
the judgment of the CAPIO Awards Committee and Board of
Directors, demonstrates exceptional abilities, skills and talents
in growing their skillset and contributing to the advancement of
public engagement and outreach for a public agency in the first
five years of their public communications career.
Nomination Information
The CAPIO Board of Directors is soliciting nominations from
members and non-members. You do not need to be a member to
nominate an individual for this award. However, the nominee
must be a CAPIO member. Self-nominations are accepted.
Nominations for 2026 will open in November.
How to Nominate
All entries and supporting documents must be submitted
electronically to CAPIO via our online entry form.
Nominations should include a written narrative no longer than two
pages in length. Supporting documents that reinforce the written
narrative and demonstrate the candidate’s achievements are
recommended.
The individual being nominated for the Rising Star award
must be a CAPIO member. In nominating a person
for the award, a nominator should review the Rising
Star scoring rubric and might consider:
- The nominee’s ability to quickly make an impact by providing
key support on special projects
- The nominee’s exceptional effectiveness in communications and
public engagement in the first five years of employment in
government communications
- The nominee’s ability to provide
insightful recommendations and ideas that are implemented
- The nominee demonstrated dedication to growing professionally
and continuing to grow their skillset and education in the field
of public communications
When submitting your nomination, you may share outcome
information used such as a function chart, graphics, images or
links to briefings, etc. You may also provide quotes or
support from colleagues, supervisors, elected officials,
residents, etc. To submit supplemental information for the
nomination, you may attach it to the nomination form or email it
to info@capio.org.
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Recipient Selection
The final selection will be made by the Board or appointed
selection committee prior to the Annual Conference each year.
Award Honors
The award will be presented to the selected recipient during the
CAPIO Annual Conference during the Special Awards Dinner. In
addition, CAPIO will send a news release and supporting
photograph(s) to the award winner’s employer and to local media
following the announcement.
Deadline & Contact
Nominations for the 2026 award will open in November. If
you have questions, call us at 1-844-CAPIO55 or
email info@capio.org.
