R. Bradley Trafton Memorial Judging Form R. Bradley Trafton Memorial Award Award Judging FormThe R. Bradley Trafton Memorial Award recognizes exceptional State Executive Officers (e.g., Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer) who demonstrated outstanding leadership, accountability, and service to their state organization. This award honors officers who supported organizational effectiveness, motivated members, strengthened operations, and exemplified the mission, vision, and values of JCI through enterprising leadership. Judges should evaluate nominees based on role effectiveness, leadership and motivation, impact on the state organization, participation and engagement, and exemplification of JCI values, as outlined in the JCI USA Awards Manual. Judges should evaluate nominees based on role effectiveness, leadership and initiative, impact on the state organization, engagement and collaboration, and exemplification of JCI values, as outlined in the JCI USA Awards Manual. Judges should evaluate nominees based on character and leadership traits, impact on others, service and involvement, inspiration to others, and alignment with JCI values, as outlined in the JCI USA Awards Manual. Judges should evaluate submissions based on innovation and agility, responsiveness to adversity, leadership and decision-making, impact on members and community, and alignment with 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: ROLE EFFECTIVENESS & RESPONSIBILITYRate your agreement with each statement.The nominee clearly understood and effectively fulfilled the responsibilities of their state executive officer role.(Required)The nominee demonstrated accountability and reliability in carrying out assigned duties.(Required)The nominee contributed meaningfully to the overall functioning of the state organization.(Required)The nominee consistently followed through on commitments and responsibilities.(Required)AREA 2: LEADERSHIP & MOTIVATIONRate your agreement with each statement.The nominee motivated and inspired members and fellow officers through their leadership.(Required)The nominee demonstrated initiative beyond the minimum expectations of their role.(Required)The nominee modeled professionalism and positive leadership behaviors.(Required)The nominee contributed to a collaborative and supportive leadership culture.(Required)AREA 3: IMPACT ON THE STATE ORGANIZATIONRate your agreement with each statement.The nominee’s contributions had a clear and positive impact on the state organization.(Required)The nominee supported state goals related to programming, growth, or sustainability.(Required)The nominee helped strengthen state-level operations, systems, or processes.(Required)The nominee’s involvement added measurable or clearly described value to the organization.(Required)AREA 4: PARTICIPATION & ENGAGEMENTRate your agreement with each statement.The nominee actively participated in state-level events, meetings, or initiatives.(Required)The nominee supported activities beyond their specific officer responsibilities.(Required)The nominee demonstrated engagement with national or JCI-related opportunities when applicable.(Required)The nominee consistently showed commitment to the broader success of JCI.(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, integrity, and professionalism.(Required)The nominee’s actions aligned clearly with the JCI mission and vision.(Required)The nominee served as a positive representative of JCI at the state level.(Required)AREA 6: OVERALL ASSESSMENTRate your agreement with each statement.Overall, this nominee represents an outstanding State Executive Officer deserving of national recognition.(Required)The nominee’s performance exceeded expectations for a state executive officer.(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 impactful contributions as a state executive officer? Opportunities for Growth(Required)What areas could the nominee continue to develop or strengthen in future leadership roles? 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.
