Who will it Be? How is it Determined?

Nominations are submitted for the following awards

Shining Star Awards:

Marketing & Promotion – This individual has shown outstanding branding and marketing efforts that align with Illinois SBDC network branding requirements.

Mentor Award – This award recognizes an individual who has acted as a mentor and provided assistance, encouragement, and support to new and existing members of the Illinois SBDC network.

Leadership Award – This individual shares their expertise with the entire Illinois SBDC network. This individual leads by example inspiring others to work collaboratively and communicate effectively.

PTAC - The Illinois PTAC Shining Star Award recognizes the individual that goes above and beyond providing technical assistance to improve the Illinois PTAC. This individual strengthens Illinois PTACers ability to serve their existing and prospective clients by demonstrating strong leadership, caring mentorship, and relevant training.

State Star Award - The state star is an annual award that recognizes an outstanding Illinois SBDC employee from each state and is presented at the ASBDC Annual Conference.The Illinois State Star must be a center director or advisor for the Illinois SBDC program and must show exemplary performance in the following four areas:Operational Excellence, Collaboration and Partnership Building, Productivity and Impact, and Network Promotion