NOMINATIONS
The Maritime Association of South Carolina is hosting our 99th Annual Meeting & Gala on February 21, 2025! It’s time to make your
awards nominations for this honorary event. Please ensure all submissions are sent to Staff@maritimesc.org by November 22nd!
Annual Award Submission Guidance for the Maritime Association of South Carolina Annual Awards.
Include the following information in the electronic submission:
- The nominee鈥檚 name and contact information.
- A short statement that describes the nominee鈥檚 day to day role with their organization
- A detailed description of what the nominee has done over either a short or prolonged period of time that meets the description and criteria (if applicable).
- Name, title, telephone and email address of the person submitting the nomination content.
Award Criteria
John Hassell (Former Gadsden) Award
Description: Presented to a person whose local, statewide or national achievements are worthy of recognition.
Criteria: Criteria for selection include sustained distinguished leadership in a field or fields related to international commerce
and exhibition of vision, integrity and loyalty.
Beacon Award
Description: Presented to a person in recognition of a career of distinguished service to the SC Maritime community and related
industries.
Criteria: Consistent service for a decade or longer to the industry
Legislator of the Year Award
Description: Presented to a legislator who has demonstrated support for South Carolina鈥檚 port related industries and the business community that depends on them.
Criteria: Not required to be a member
Environmental Stewardship Award (see separate submission criteria below)
Environmental Stewardship Form
Submission Criteria
Description: Presented to the company that best demonstrates a sustained commitment to environmental protection through corporate outreach, planning, training, education and operations.
Criteria:
路 Must submit application.
路 Not required to be a member,
路 statewide view,
路 staff calls out to introduce MASC
Maritime Advocate Award
Description: Presented to a person or organization outside the maritime transportation industry for outstanding efforts in support of
maritime transportation.
Emerging Leader Award
Description: Presented to an individual in the maritime community who rises up among peers, demonstrating exceptional passion and
leadership within their own organization and across the community.
Billy Adams Outstanding Volunteer Award
Description: Each year, MASC will recognize one outstanding volunteer who stands out for his/her leadership and contributions.
Criteria:
路 Nominee has worked as an MASC volunteer during the year in which they are nominated.
路 Nominee must demonstrate volunteerism leadership and serve as a positive example to others, while advancing the mission of the
association.
路 Recognition can be for a single contribution.
路 Current members of MASC Board of Directors are not eligible for consideration during their term of office.
