The Leadership Award is presented to an AWC Associate who has demonstrated outstanding leadership skills in support of the goals and objectives of AWC. The recipient is self-motivated in their effort to obtain increased knowledge and skills that contribute toward their own success as well as AWC’s. Their personal drive and commitment is demonstrated through their performance, by improving the work environment of a co-worker, improving their own workplace, or the AWC organization. The Leadership Award recipient is an effective and positive communicator; shows a willingness to share information to improve quality of work; a creative problem solver, who provides open and honest feedback; extraordinary customer service, fosters a team concept, and recognizes the benefits inherent in a diverse workforce.