ALCC is now accepting submissions for this year’s ELITE Awards, which recognize professionalism, innovation, business practices and sustainability. The ELITES are open to members only.

There are nine categories:

• MVP Award
• Customer Service Award
• Use of Color Award
• Irrigation Management Award
• Community Stewardship Award
• Innovation Award
• Sustainability Award
• Maintenance Award
• Installation/Construction Award

The top 3 companies, based on judge scores from that category, will be notified ahead of time and the winner for each category will be announced at the awards ceremony, to be held in March 2016. There is only one winner per category, but all finalists will be showcased at the awards event.

Receiving an award in any category demonstrates the excellence in your work and the success of your business to your peers, fellow employees and staff. It offers the recipient opportunities for

• peer recognition
• credibility among peers and clients alike
• media attention
• marketing
• rewards for the skills and effort demonstrated throughout the year.

Entry forms and complete details for the 2016 ELITE Awards are now available at www.alcc.com/awards. All entries must be received by 5pm on Tuesday, December 1, 2015.

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