2024 CIAA Annual Conference Awards Nomination Form

There are three (3) awards that will be presented at the Annual CIAA Conference in September. The Lifetime Achievement Award, the Up and Comer Award, and the Transformation Award.

Please nominate one (1) individual in any of the categories of your choosing and answer the corresponding questions. Winners will receive an award at the Sunday night cocktail reception on September 9th hosted at the Delta Hotels Calgary, Downtown.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Is awarded to an individual who has made a meaningful impact on the insurance industry through industry involvement, mentorship and promoting insurance accounting as a great career choice during what is no doubt an illustrious insurance accounting career.
1.Nominee Name
2.Nominee Organization
3.Nominee Job Title
4.How many years has the nominee dedicated to their insurance accounting career?
5.Please describe how the nominee has made a meaningful impact on the insurance industry throughout their career. Highlight specific contributions, innovations, or changes they have introduced.
6.How has the nominee demonstrated mentorship and leadership within the insurance accounting field? Share instances where they've guided and supported the professional growth of others.
Up and Comer Award
Is awarded to someone with only a few years of experience in the insurance industry but is making their presence felt through involvement in industry events and through knowledge sharing with peers. This person is going to make an impact for our industry and profession for years to come.
7.Nominee Name
8.Nominee Organization
9.Nominee Job Title
10.How many years of experience does the nominee have in the industry?
11.Describe the nominee's involvement in industry associations, organizations, or groups. Please highlight any leadership roles, committee memberships, or significant contributions made.


12.In what ways has the nominee's presence been felt within the industry despite their relatively short time in the field? Please share specific instances where the nominee's contributions have led to positive outcomes or changes.
Transformation Award
Is awarded to a finance department that has either created new processes and procedures or enhanced existing ones , leading to a substantial transformation in their operations and better fulfillment of the organization's needs.
13.Nominee Name
14.Nominee Job Title
15.Nominee Organization
16.Describe the transformation initiative undertaken by the finance department. What specific processes or procedures were developed, changed, or revamped?
17.What were the key drivers that led the finance department to embark on this transformation journey? What challenges or opportunities were identified that prompted the need for change?
18.Share quantifiable results and key performance indicators (KPIs) that demonstrate the positive impact of the transformation initiative. How have these outcomes contributed to organizational success?