AWCI’s Distinguished Service Award is awarded for exemplary volunteer service to AWCI and the Foundation of the Wall and Ceiling Industry.
AWCI members and chapter staff who volunteer their time and resources in support of the association play a vital role in the success of its programs, services and events.
Application Opens: May 20
Application Due: July 22
Judging Begins: August 1
Announcement of Winners:
November 2025 during ILC
There is no fee to submit nominations for the Distinguished Services Award.
Please review below the Distinguished Service Award process from eligibility to winner announcements.
The nominee must be employed by a current AWCI member company or chapter.
The nominee must show initiative, leadership and innovative thinking in their efforts. The nominee must provide enthusiasm, dependability and expertise.
All submissions must include the following:
The application period closes on July 22 at 8:00 pm ET.
View a sample application.
The Distinguished Services Award winner will be announced during AWCI’s Industry Leaders Conference, November 11-13, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky.
For all inquiries, contact Samantha Riemer.
Alfons-Jean Knauf
Carol Kimmel Schary, Nathan Kimmel Company, LLC, Los Angeles
George Kutcher
