Most Outstanding State Membership Director Judging Form Most Outstanding State Membership Director Award Judging FormThe Most Outstanding State Membership Director Award recognizes a state officer who demonstrated exceptional leadership in membership growth, retention, engagement, and sustainability at the state level. This award honors individuals who implemented intentional membership strategies, supported local organizations, and advanced the JCI mission through enterprising leadership and measurable results. Judges should evaluate nominees based on membership strategy and execution, impact on the state organization, support of local chapters, leadership and motivation of members, and exemplification of JCI values, as outlined in the JCI USA Awards Manual.Judges Name(Required) First Last ChapterState(Required)Nominee Name(Required)Rating Scale (for all statements)Please choose a number 1-5 for all statements. 1 = Strongly Disagree \ 5 =Strongly AgreeAREA 1: MEMBERSHIP STRATEGY & PLANNINGRate your agreement with each statement.The nominee articulated a clear and intentional membership strategy for the state organization.(Required)Membership goals were realistic, measurable, and aligned with state and national priorities.(Required)The nominee demonstrated proactive planning rather than reactive problem-solving.(Required)Membership initiatives reflected an understanding of the state’s unique needs and capacity.(Required)AREA 2: MEMBERSHIP GROWTH & RETENTION RESULTSRate your agreement with each statement.The nominee’s efforts contributed to measurable membership growth and/or retention.(Required)Membership initiatives resulted in tangible improvements at the state or local level.(Required)The nominee effectively addressed membership challenges faced by local chapters.(Required)The nominee demonstrated accountability for membership outcomes.(Required)AREA 3: SUPPORT OF LOCAL ORGANIZATIONSRate your agreement with each statement.The nominee provided meaningful support and guidance to local organizations.(Required)The nominee communicated clearly and consistently with chapter leadership.(Required)The nominee equipped chapters with tools, resources, or training to support membership efforts.(Required)Local organizations benefited directly from the nominee’s leadership and involvement.(Required)AREA 4: LEADERSHIP & MEMBER ENGAGEMENTRate your agreement with each statement.The nominee motivated and inspired members to engage in membership initiatives.(Required)The nominee demonstrated collaborative leadership with state and local leaders.(Required)The nominee modeled enterprising leadership and professionalism.(Required)The nominee fostered a positive culture around membership growth and engagement.(Required)AREA 5: EXEMPLIFICATION OF JCI VALUESRate your agreement with each statement.The nominee exemplified JCI values through their actions and leadership.(Required)The nominee demonstrated ethical leadership and integrity.(Required)The nominee’s work aligned clearly with the JCI mission and vision.(Required)The nominee served as a positive ambassador for JCI at the state level.(Required)AREA 6: OVERALL ASSESSMENTRate your agreement with each statement.Overall, this nominee represents an outstanding State Membership Director deserving of national recognition.(Required)The nominee’s leadership had a significant and positive impact on the state organization.(Required)This nomination is competitive at a national level.(Required)I would strongly recommend this nominee for recognition in this category.(Required)REQUIRED JUDGE FEEDBACKStrengths(Required)What were the nominee’s greatest strengths and most effective membership contributions? Opportunities for Growth(Required)What areas could the nominee continue to develop to strengthen membership efforts statewide? Overall Comments(Required)Judges Attestation(Required)I reviewed this submission in full. I evaluated this project/program fairly and objectively. I applied the scoring criteria consistently and without bias. I attest that the above statements are true.
