FOUNDERS AWARD

Eligibility

To be eligible for the PACCC Founders Award, nominees must:

• Hold a current PACCC Certification at any certification level.
• Have an established career in the pet care industry through business ownership, leadership, nonprofit involvement, volunteer service, education, mentorship, or other meaningful contributions.
• Demonstrate a commitment to advancing PACCC’s mission by promoting the value of professional certification and helping elevate standards within the pet care industry.
• Be nominated by themselves or by a colleague, peer, or fellow industry professional.

Selection Process

• All nominations are reviewed by the PACCC Nominations Committee using a standardized evaluation rubric.
• Committee members independently score each nomination before meeting to discuss the results and select a recommended recipient.
• The committee’s recommendation is presented to the PACCC Board of Directors for final approval at the August board meeting.
• The award recipient is recognized during the annual Board of Directors dinner, receives a commemorative plaque, and is honored on the PACCC website and social media channels in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the profession.