Rising Star Awards Call for Nominations

2012 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

The Fashion Group International of Chicago is pleased to announce that this year's Rising Stars event will be held on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at the SAX Hotel. An integral part of this exciting evening will be the awards presentation where outstanding individuals and/or companies will be saluted for their innovation, creativity and accomplishments. We ask each and every FGI member to be part of the process by bringing these cutting edge names center stage.

We will be choosing one Rising Star from four to six nominees in each category which includes; Apparel, Accessories, Beauty Entrepreneur, Interiors/Home, Fine Jewelry, On-Line Media and Retail. With Chicago Magazine as our media sponsor, there is the opportunity for our finalists to garner both press and visibility. Become part of the process by filling out the attached Rising Star Awards Nominee application by Monday, June 4^th. Candidates under serious consideration will be contacted prior to final selection to assess their qualifications.

The Rising Star Creative Committee will review all nominee applications to ensure that each proposed nominee meets the eligibility requirements. A minimum of four Rising Star semi-finalists in each of the above categories will be selected by the committee and will be notified in writing by June 29^th. Final judging will be conducted by FGI members. Each Rising Star will be announced at the Rising Star Awards ceremony.

Please feel free to nominate more than one candidate in as many categories as you like. With your support, Fashion Group International of Chicago, Inc. can identify the next generation of Rising Stars. Thank you for your participation.

Rising Star Awards Eligibility Requirements:

• A minimum of one year and a maximum of six years experience in the category
• Nominations are open to business owners, entrepreneurs and employees of companies
• Prior Rising Star winners are ineligible to participate

CLICK HERE FOR THE NOMINATION FORM

Please send completed forms to Stephanie D'Ambrosio at sdambrosio@mmart.com