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• About: Notable Leaders in Health Care Technology recognizes leaders who integrate technology with health services and improve patient care. Among those eligible are senior leaders who demonstrate a significant impact on their organization or industry from start-ups to hospitals to local government.
• Nomination deadline: July 25, 2025
• Criteria:
  • Must currently serve in a senior leadership role at their firm
  • Must be in the profession for a minimum of 5 years
  • Must demonstrate significant impact to their organization or industry, providing specific examples or descriptions
  • Should serve as a mentor and/or promote equity and inclusivity in the workplace
  • Should hold a leadership position in outside professional, industry-related or civic/community organizations

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• About: Notable Leaders in Education recognizes leaders in our community who support the transformative power of education across all stages of life, from early childhood to post-doctoral research. Through their expertise in fields such as music, science, art, health, and technology, they are shaping a future where every mind has the opportunity to grow, thrive, and contribute to a better world.
• Nomination deadline: Aug. 22, 2025
• Criteria: 
  • Must currently serve in a senior leadership role
  • Must demonstrate innovative solutions to educational problems during the past 5 years
  • Must serve as a role model or mentor to other educators and/or promotes inclusive practices in the workplace.
  • Should assume a leadership position outside of the candidates’ own organization or company including professional organizations and civic/community service initiatives.

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