General Information

Q: What is the purpose of the HR Leadership Awards?
A: The Human Resource Leadership Awards of Greater Washington recognize individuals and teams who have demonstrated exemplary leadership and strategic vision within the HR function. It also rewards professionals seeking advancement in their careers through continued education.

Q: What is the history of the Awards?
A: With a vision to promote and advance human resource excellence, the Awards were founded in 2001 by Marymount University and local business executives. Today it is the largest and only independent human resource awards program in the area. For further information, go here.

Q: For what are the Awards given?
A: The HR Leadership Awards honor human resource innovators and teams for outstanding contributions to their organizations and to the field of human resource management. Awards are granted in the following six categories:
- Leadership
- Strategic Alignment
- Innovation
- Mentoring
- The Sister Eymard Gallagher Award for Corporate Social Responsibility
- The Dr. J.P. London Award for Promoting Ethical Behavior

HRLA also recognizes Emerging Leaders in the HR profession and awards scholarships to students pursuing careers in the HR field.

Q: When is the Awards Gala and how can I purchase tickets/tables?
A: The HRLA Gala typically takes place each June. For the most up-to-date information, go here.

Q: If I have questions about the Awards (nominating, scholarships, sponsorship, annual gala, etc.), who should I contact?
A: You can reach the HRLA Executive Director by email or phone:
infoathrleadershipdotorg
703.284.5916

Nominations

For questions specific to nominations, refer to the Nominations page here.

Awards and the Judging Process

Q: How many award recipients are selected?
A: One award winner and two finalists are normally selected for each award category, based on
the quality and quantity of the nominations received.

Q: Who are the judges?
A: Our panel of judges, which changes from year to year, includes prominent business and HR leaders and executives from the for-profit, non-profit, and government sectors.

Q: When are the awards announced?
A: Finalists and winners are announced at the HRLA Awards Gala each June.

Q: What do the winners receive?
A: Winners receive a trophy commemorating this honor. Information on winners and finalists is also included in a special pullout section of the Washington Business Journal as well as on the HRLA website.

Scholarships

For questions specific to scholarships, refer to the Scholarships page.

Scholarship applications are made available in January of each year.

Sponsorship

For questions about corporate sponsorships, refer to the Sponsorship page found here.