Idaho Leadership Awards

Recognizing the people doing the work

Our annual awards program honors outstanding leadership across Idaho — not just the loudest voices, but the ones making measurable, lasting impact.

Award Categories

Annual Award

Political Leadership

For elected or appointed officials who advanced meaningful policy, built bipartisan coalitions, or demonstrated exceptional public service to Idaho communities.

Annual Award

Business Innovation

For entrepreneurs and executives who created jobs, drove innovation, or made significant economic contributions to Idaho communities and industries.

Annual Award

Community Impact

For nonprofit leaders whose organizations measurably improved lives and strengthened communities across the Gem State.

Annual Award

Rising Leader

For emerging leaders under 30 making an outsized impact on Idaho's civic, business, or community landscape.

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Idaho Leader of the Year

Nominations Now Open

Know an Idaho leader who made an exceptional impact this year? Nominate them for our highest honor. Nominees are reviewed by our advisory board and announced at the annual Idaho Leaders Summit.

Nominate Now

How the process works

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Nominate

Anyone can nominate an Idaho leader through our online form. Self-nominations are welcome. Provide the leader's name, role, and a brief description of their impact.

02

Review

Our advisory board reviews all nominations on impact, scope, and community benefit. Finalists are notified and may be asked for additional information.

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Celebrate

Winners are announced at the annual Idaho Leaders Summit and featured in our articles and across partner networks statewide.

Get Involved

Idaho needs leaders. We need you.

Join the network, nominate a leader, partner with us, or support the mission.