Public Pension Communicator of the Year Award

The Public Pension Communicator of the Year award, presented by NCPERS, honors the communications staff person at a public pension who has demonstrated superior leadership skills; innovation and creativity; and created an impact with their communications endeavors in the preceding year.

The first-ever winner will be honored in person at NCPERS Pension Communications Summit in Washington, DC on January 22, 2024.

To nominate an individual for the Public Pension Communicator of the Year awards, please complete this online form. We strongly recommend reviewing the scoring rubric and FAQs below before beginning your submission. The deadline to nominate an individual for the 2024 awards is Friday, November 10.

If you have any additional questions, please contact communications@ncpers.org.

Who is eligible for the Public Pension Communicator of the Year Award?

Employees of public pension funds. The fund must be an active NCPERS member in good standing. However, you do not need to be an NCPERS member to nominate an individual. To verify your membership status, please contact membership@ncpers.org.

How do I nominate someone for the award?

You can either nominate someone else or self-nominate by completing this online form. We strongly recommend reviewing the judging criteria before completing your submission. The deadline to nominate an individual for the 2024 awards is Friday, November 10.

How will submissions be evaluated?

Submissions will be scored anonymously by a panel of three judges with communications expertise. Identifying information will be removed during this review process. Please see the scoring rubric for specific criteria.

When will the award winner be notified?

The winner will be notified by January 5, 2024. The recipient will receive complementary registration to the 2024 Pension Communications Summit, where the award will be presented in person. The winner will also be announced via a press release following the Pension Communications Summit.