AAM Introduces New ‘Business Developer of the Year’ Award
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Nominations Now Open for AAM’s New Business Developer of the Year Award
January 9, 2025 | Lexington, KY – The Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM) is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Business Developer of the Year award until February 4.
The Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM) is proud to announce the establishment of the ‘Business Developer of the Year’ award, a new accolade designed to honor outstanding achievements in business development within the accounting industry. This award aims to recognize individuals who have demonstrated exceptional performance in driving growth and fostering client relationships.
The ‘Business Developer of the Year’ award will be presented annually to a professional who exemplifies excellence in business development, showcasing innovative strategies and a commitment to advancing the profession. Nominees will be evaluated based on their ability to achieve specific goals, strategic execution of projects, and the generation of measurable outcomes.
“We are thrilled to introduce this award as a means to spotlight the critical role that business developers play in the success of accounting firms,” said Rhonda Clark, Executive Director of AAM. “Their efforts in cultivating client relationships and driving firm growth are invaluable, and this award serves to acknowledge and celebrate their contributions.”
Nominations for the inaugural ‘Business Developer of the Year’ award will be accepted until February 4, 2025. The winner will be announced at the 2025 AAM Summit, scheduled for May 13-15 in Phoenix, AZ.
Following the submission deadline, a panel of judges from The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) will assess each nominee. The evaluation will be based on a spectrum of criteria, including strategic contributions, measurable financial impact, collaboration efforts, and forward-thinking approaches in strategy, analytics, andlead generation. The judging criteria, designed to ensure a level playing field for all participants, is detailed on the AAM website.
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About AAM
Established in 1989, the Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM) is dedicated to advancing the career development of growth professionals within the accounting and advisory profession. Our community of over 1,000 members includes marketing professionals, business developers, growth partners and leaders, consultants, service providers, and firm administrators. AAM achieves its mission through comprehensive professional development programs, thought leadership initiatives, and by fostering a vibrant community that encourages connections and collaboration. More information about AAM can be found at www.accountingmarketing.org.