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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