Entrants should demonstrate: 

• successfully implemented transformative initiatives within an organisation, industry or the profession 

• inspired and motivated teams to achieve extraordinary results 

• development and execution of innovative strategies to address complex challenges 

• a culture of continuous improvement and innovation 

• ethical leadership and commitment to professional values 

• measurable positive outcomes resulting from leadership initiatives. 

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Eligibility

• Entries are open to New Zealand citizens and permanent residents. 

• The entrant must have worked substantially in New Zealand. 

• The entrant’s impactful work must have been undertaken between November 2022 and November 2024. 

• The entrant doesn’t have to be an Engineering New Zealand member. 

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Judging criteria 

• Vision and innovation (30%): Ability to conceive and communicate transformative ideas 

• Change management (25%): Successful implementation of significant organisational or professional changes 

• Team empowerment (20%): Effectiveness in inspiring and motivating others 

• Impact (15%): Measurable positive outcomes resulting from leadership 

• Ethics and integrity (10%): Demonstration of strong professional values and social responsibility