Nominate a Candidate
How to Nominate a Candidate for the Signature Fellows Program:
Step 1: Familiarize yourself with the candidate criteria (see below)
Step 2: Identify a potential candidate (or more!) who meets the criteria
Step 3: Encourage the potential candidate(s) to learn more about the Program by visiting lgcchicago.org/apply
Step 4: Offer to serve as a reference for the potential candidate. The candidate will then list your name on their application, and you will receive an email with instructions to submit a letter of support.
To be considered for the LGC Signature Fellows Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Live or work in the Greater Chicago Region
- Have been in their current professional position for at least one year as of the start of the program
- Nominated and supported by their sponsoring organization and a second nominator
- Possess a clear capacity for leadership and growth in their chosen career, with the likelihood of achieving future positions of substantial responsibility
- Have a proven history of volunteering and civic engagement, and the passion and drive to tackle some of the major issues facing the Greater Chicago region
- Demonstrate a clear willingness and ability to commit fully to the Program
- Fall between the ages of 30 and 45
LGC welcomes leaders from all sectors, including corporate, nonprofit, government and education, as well as entrepreneurs. Ideal candidates are collaborative, innovative, action-oriented, creative, humble, and demonstrate personal responsibility and integrity.
Questions? Please contact our team at: info@lgcchicago.org or 312.565.0300
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