HYPE! Awards & Dinner
The HYPE! Awards acknowledge young professionals, businesses, individuals and organizations that excel in each of the areas of opportunity identified by the Canadian Junior Chamber.
Date: Wednesday, November 30th (6:30 - 9:30)
THE AWARDS Excellence in Business Development
This award is designed to recognize youth, professionals, businesses, individuals and organizations that have excelled in the development and enhancement of the economic infrastructure, prosperity and well being of business in Cape Breton. In addition, their activities increase local networks, builds a spirit of entrepreneurship and the development of transferable skills to themselves or others in the community.
Excellence in Community Development
This award is designed to recognize youth, professionals, businesses, individuals and organizations that have excelled in contributing to the community through their meaningful volunteer efforts in local charities, events and community-based initiatives.
Excellence in Individual Development
This award is designed to recognize youth, professionals, businesses, individuals and organizations that have excelled in the development of individuals through training and/or mentoring to allow people in the community to realize their personal potential. Areas of opportunity may include, but not limited to, business/entrepreneurship, arts and culture, athletics/recreation, research & technology.
Excellence in International Development
This award is designed to recognize youth, professionals, businesses, individuals and organizations that have excelled in the development of goodwill, understanding and cooperation among people of all nationalities, participate in or have interest in foreign relations, advocate/educate others in our local community on the importance of international relations and advancement of global involvement.
Your Guide to Preparing Nominations
For the HYPE!
WHO IS ELIGIBLE? "Youth, professionals, businesses, individuals and organizations from across Cape Breton Island, Recipients should be between the ages of 18 & 40.
HOW SHOULD YOUR NOMINATIONS BE PREPARED?
Nomination Form
Please complete the Online Nomination Form in full. The nomination form is also available as a printable PDF. The nomination will be considered along side other nominations and therefore, the selection committee needs to be given a clear idea of what the nominee has done to fulfill the criteria of the award. Please ensure that you include a detailed description that reflects the candidate's accomplishments in relation to the award. All information provided is treated as strictly confidential.
Supporting Documents
To be properly considered by the selection committee, 'Letters of Reference' can accompany all nominations to a maximum of two. It is also often appropriate to attach the nominee's resume/profile and a list of activities and accomplishments in your nomination. The attachments must be relevant and current.
To be properly considered by the selection committee, 'Letters of Reference' should accompany all nominations. The attachments must be relevant
and current. Please provide these attachments through our Online Nomination Form or you may also e-mail these attachments to info@jcicapebreton.com. You may also choose to send supporting documents by post mail to the JCI Cape Breton office.
How Are Nominations Considered?
The HYPE! Awards Selection Committee is chaired by members of JCI: Cape Breton and other prominent business, academic and community members. Winners will be informed at one week prior to the event so that they have an opportunity to attend.
Awards will be presented at the HYPE! Awards & Dinner to be held on Wednesday,
November 24th 2010 6:30-9:30 at the Membertou Trade & Convention Centre.
NOMINATION DEADLINE?
Monday, November 7th 2011 6:30-9:30
SPONSORSHIP, TICKETS, & TABLES JCI Cape Breton is a non-profit organization that exists to help develop young professionals by encouraging leadership, community volunteerism, networking, entrepreneurship, active lifestyles, training and global awareness.
JCI Cape Breton does not receive core funding and is governed by a board of youth volunteers. Fundraisers such as the HYPE Awards, and the generous support of our sponsors, allow us to deliver quality programs, events, and training for our membership throughout the year.
The following outlines a variety of sponsorship opportunities for you, your business, or your organization.
Platinum Event Sponsor
Your logo linked on 'Valued Sponsor' section of www.jcicapebreton.com
Full page coloured ad in the program.
High rotation of your logo on sponsor reel on twin big screens
Special mention & recognition by event host
4 tickets to attend and enjoy a 3 course meal
Contribution of $1,000
Gold Event Sponsor
Your logo linked on 'Valued Sponsor' section of www.jcicapebreton.com
Half page coloured ad in the program.
Your logo featured in sponsorship reel on twin big screens
Special mention and recognition by event host throughout the night.
2 tickets to attend and enjoy a 3-course meal.
Contribution of $500
Silver Event Sponsor
Your logo linked on 'Valued Sponsor' section of www.jcicapebreton.com
Business card size full coloured ad in the program.
Your logo featured in sponsorship reel on twin big screens
Contribution of $250
Tables
Table of 8 can be purchased for $500
You and 7 of your guests will enjoy live music and entertainment, as well as a 3-course meal.
Your logo featured in sponsorship slide reel on twin big screens.
Tickets
General $75
Student $50
JCI Member $40
To become a valued HYPE Awards sponsor or to purchase a table or tickets, please contact:
