Nominate a Leader

Know someone making Idaho better?

Our awards program depends on nominations from people like you. Tell us about an Idaho leader who deserves recognition — whether they're a senator, a teacher, a startup founder, or a 25-year-old organizer.

Nomination Form

All fields are required. Nominations are reviewed by our advisory board on a rolling basis.


    Nominee Information

    Award Categories

    Political Leadership

    Elected or appointed officials who advanced meaningful policy or demonstrated exceptional service.

    Business Innovation

    Entrepreneurs and executives who created jobs or drove significant economic impact.

    Community Impact

    Nonprofit leaders whose organizations measurably improved Idaho communities.

    Rising Leader

    Emerging leaders under 30 making outsized impact on Idaho's civic or business landscape.

    Nomination Tips

    The strongest nominations are specific. Don't tell us someone is "a great leader" — tell us what they did, who benefited, and what changed because of their work.

    Include numbers when possible: jobs created, people served, dollars raised, policies passed. Our advisory board evaluates nominations on measurable impact, not rhetoric.

    Timeline

    Nominations are accepted year-round. Finalists are reviewed quarterly. Annual award winners are announced each fall at the Idaho Leaders Summit.