Phyllis Ehlinger Women of Excellence Award

The Phyllis Ehlinger Women of Excellence Award recognizes female pioneers in our industry who are business owners or executives with a demonstrated history of success in advertising accompanied by a fervent commitment to philanthropy and mentorship. This award serves as a continuation of Phyllis’ spirit, rewarding the tradition of excellence among women.

Know someone who should be nominated for a Phyllis Ehlinger Women of Excellence Award? Just fill out the online form, explain why you think they fulfill the criteria, and submit!

Phyllis Ehlinger Women of Excellence Award Recipients

• 2015 Lisa Lovallo

• 2014 Debbie Rich

• 2013 Sharmon Woods

• 2012 Fran Katz

• 2011 Dorothy Finley

• 2010 Robyn Frey & Carol Zimmerman

• 2009 Kathy Alexander

• 2008 Donna Nordin

• 2007 Pamela McNair Wingate

• 2006 Kerstin Block, Carlotta Flores and Rosey Koberlein

Nomination Form

Know someone who should be nominated for a Hall of Fame Award?
Just fill out the online form, explain why you think they fulfill the criteria, and submit!

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- Advertising Professional of the Year
  Nominees to the Advertising Hall of Fame are judged on the following criteria: An individual who has made exceptional contributions to the advertising industry, including involvement in community service and community service organizations. An individual who is involved in advertising related organizations, including committee participation and leadership, or holding office. An individual who has contributed to raising the standards of advertising in Tucson by adhering to ethical business practices. An individual who is involved in the process of promoting the advertising industry on a day-to-day basis.
- Advertising Hall of Fame:
  Nominees to the Advertising Hall of Fame are judged on the following criteria: An individual who has made exceptional contributions to the advertising industry, including involvement in community service and community service organizations. An individual who is involved in advertising related organizations, including committee participation and leadership, or holding office. An individual who has contributed to raising the standards of advertising in Tucson by adhering to ethical business practices. An individual who is involved in the process of promoting the advertising industry on a day-to-day basis.
- Next Generation Award:
  Recognizing advertising professionals age 40 and younger who are making a significant impact on the industry through their leadership, career achievements and personal qualities, which also inspires others to excel. Nominees for the Next Generation Award are judged on the following criteria: Has measurable career results in their field. Motivates and inspires others to excel by mentoring, training or volunteering. Demonstrates a high degree of creative and original thinking in his/her field.
- Silver Medal
  The award is bestowed upon a locally well-known person for their life-long contributions to advertising and the community. Nominations are judged on the following criteria: The nominee has worked to raise and maintain high standards in the advertising profession. The nominee has demonstrated a consistently high degree of creative and original thinking in the field. The nominee has been a consistent contributor of his/her talents to improve some phase of social welfare. The nominee has consistently maintained a position of role model for those in the advertising industry.
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