2027 POC Excellence Awards: Individual

POC Excellence Awards

Individual Achievement Category
Celebrating Excellence at the Point of Care

The Point of Care Marketing Association proudly presents the 2027 Point of Care Excellence Awards, recognizing the campaigns, purpose-driven initiatives, and individuals advancing Point of Care marketing and the broader care experience.

Winners will be celebrated at the 2027 POC NOW Summit on March 18, 2027.
Individual Achievement Awards Description

Rising Star

Honoring an individual who entered the Point of Care marketing industry within the past two years and has quickly become an advocate for the channel.

Lifetime Achievement

Honoring an accomplished leader whose distinguished career has made an extraordinary and lasting contribution to Point of Care through marketing, communication, education, engagement, strategy, or innovation.
Achievement Nomination Process

Nominees must meet the eligibility requirements for the applicable award and have made meaningful contributions to Point of Care in the United States. Contributions may span marketing, media, clinical care, pharmacy, patient advocacy, education, research, technology, or innovation.

Self-nominations are not permitted for the Rising Star or Lifetime Achievement Award. Anyone familiar with an eligible individual’s work may submit a nomination on that person’s behalf.

Achievement Nomination Review and Selection Process
1. Initial Review: All complete nominations will be compiled and distributed to the POCMA Board for review
2. Board Evaluation: POCMA Board members will independently review all nominations based on the award criteria and responses provided (anonymous board vote)
3. Notification: Nominees will be notified by March 1, 2027
4. Announcement: Award recipients will be publicly announced and honored at the annual Point of Care NOW Summit.
Which Individual Award are you submitting for:

Rising Star Award
Nominee's Information
Nominee's name

First NameLast Name
Nominee's title and/or role
Nominee's current company/organization
Number of years in the Point of Care Marketing Industry
Must have entered the POC industry within the past two years.
Nominee's Email
example@example.com
Nominator Information
Nominator Name

First NameLast Name
Title
Organization
Relationship to nominee
Email
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Rising Star Achievement Nomination Required Responses
Background and Entry into Point of Care - Briefly describe the nominee’s professional background, how they entered Point of Care marketing, and any prior experience that informs their work.

0/200
Contributions and Early Impact - Describe the nominee’s most significant accomplishments in Point of Care marketing to date. What have they contributed or changed, and what evidence shows their impact? Include specific examples where possible.

0/300
Why This Nominee? What makes this individual a strong candidate for the 2027 Rising Star Award? Describe the fresh perspective, initiative, or leadership they have brought to Point of Care marketing.

0/300
Optional Supporting Materials for Achievement Submissions
- Letters of support from colleagues, clients, or industry partners
- Examples of campaigns, initiatives, or programs the nominee has led
- Industry recognition, awards, published articles, or speaking engagements
- Any additional documentation that demonstrates the nominee's qualifications
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Lifetime Achievement
Nominee's Information
Nominee's name

First NameLast Name
Nominee's title
Nominee's current company/organization
Areas in which the nominee has contributed toPoint of Care. Select all that apply.

Other
Nominee’s years of professional experience (must have at least 30 years of professional experience and a record of sustained, significant contributions to Point of Care. Their work should have driven meaningful change with an impact extending beyond their organization.)
# of years
Nominee's Email
example@example.com
Nominator Information
Nominator Name

First NameLast Name
Title
Organization
Relationship to nominee
Email
example@example.com
Career and Contributions: Summarize the nominee’s career, including significant roles and the length and nature of their involvement in Point of Care.

0/350
Lasting Impact at the Point of Care: Describe two or three of the nominee’s most significant contributions. Whatchanged as a result of their work, and who benefited? Examples may includeadvances in patient or HCP education, advocacy, communication, care delivery,marketing, strategy, or innovation. Include specific outcomes where available.

0/350
Leadership and Legacy:What distinguishes this nominee’s body of work? Explain how they have drivenmeaningful change over time and how their influence has extended beyond theirown organization.

0/350
Optional Supporting Materials for Achievement Submissions
- Provide an optional link to a biography, résumé, published work, or other material that supports the nomination.
- Letters of support from colleagues, patients, clients, or industry partners
Service and Mentorship: Describe relevant mentorship, advocacy, education, community service, or broader industry leadership that adds to the nominee’s legacy.

0/200
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Award Fee

Award Submission

Entry fee for Point of Care Excellence Awards

$350.00 Quantity
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Certification and Agreement
Certification and authorization: By submitting this entry, the authorized representative confirms that: The information and results provided are accurate to the best of their knowledge. The initiative meets the award's elegibility requirements. The submitting organization has permission to enter the initiative. Necessary permissions have been obtained for submitted materials, testimonials, and identifiable information. Estimated, projections and unverified results are clearly identified.
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POC Excellence Awards

Individual Achievement Awards Description

Rising Star

Lifetime Achievement

Achievement Nomination Process

Achievement Nomination Review and Selection Process

Rising Star Award

Nominee's Information

Nominator Information

Rising Star Achievement Nomination Required Responses

Optional Supporting Materials for Achievement Submissions

Lifetime Achievement

Nominee's Information

Nominator Information

Optional Supporting Materials for Achievement Submissions

Terms & Conditions

Award Fee

Certification and Agreement