Best in Accessibility Lists – Brought to you by Corada nominations runs from 3:00 p.m. CST June 1, 2020, to 11:59 p.m. CST June 30, 2020 (the “Contest Closing Date”).
Nominees must complete their confirmation form by no later than 11:59 p.m. CST June 30, 2020.
Eligibility of Nominees
Active professionals in the accessibility field who are excelling in their careers, passionate about contributing to the community, helping to raise the profile of accessibility issues, and performing high-quality work, are perfect candidates for Corada‘s Best in Accessibility Lists. Nominees must be 18 years of age and are active as of May 1, 2020, to be eligible for consideration for Corada‘s Best in Accessibility Lists.
General
By entering a nomination or confirming the nomination, entrants accept and agree to abide by the Official Regulations and the decisions of the judging organization with respect to all aspects of Corada‘s Best in Accessibility Lists, which are final, binding and conclusive on all matters relative to the lists.
At any point in the development or publishing of the lists, an entrant may be disqualified at the discretion of the editorial team if it is determined that the nomination misrepresents the entrant’s achievements in any way.
FAQs
How do I nominate someone for Corada‘s Best in Accessibility Lists?
Nominations for the class of 2020 closes on June 30, 2020. This year, we made our nomination process easier than ever for the nominator. You just need your nominee’s name, phone number, e-mail address, and a brief explanation of why you think they should be named to the Best in Accessibility Lists. Then we will go straight to the source and get all the information we need directly from the nominee.
Can I nominate more than one person?
You can nominate as many 3 people per category. You can nominate colleagues, friends, family members, or someone you know through their work in the community.
What will happen if I’m nominated but I don't complete the nomination form?
If you have been nominated as one of the Best and you choose not to complete the nomination form, you will be declining the recognition and your information will not be sent to our judges for consideration. Remember, though, that someone nominated you for the award because they thought you deserved the recognition.
How are the Best in Accessibility Lists selected?
Nominees with the highest composite scores for a category are added to Corada‘s Best in Accessibility Lists for the year. Every nominee receives a composite score based on their total number of nominations for the category plus their category score.
Category Score: each category has a ranking (Best in Class, Very High Regard, and High Regard) with an assigned value. All rankings are totaled to make up the nominee's category score.
The shortlist is sent to our Board of Advisors who are made up of leaders in the community. The Board of Advisors will individually submit category scores that are added to the nominee’s total score.
The form asks if I consent to being contacted for more information. Is signing up for these lists mandatory?
The form asks if Corada can contact you for several different reasons: for more information, to let you know when the list is available and to receive our newsletters. You are not obligated to agree to receive any further information from Corada or our partners and agreeing or not agreeing is not a factor considered when we judge the nominees. However, we would like to let you know who has been selected on a Best in Accessibility List. Remember, you can unsubscribe from all contact from Corada at any time.
When will I find out if I have been selected for a Best in Accessibility List?
Only those who are selected for this year’s Best in Accessibility Lists will be contacted. The Best in Accessibility Lists will be announced starting in August.
What happens if I am selected?
Congratulations! You will be contacted by the editorial department of Corada to arrange for an interview. If you plan on being away for any length of time between July and the middle of September, please notify the editorial department when you are contacted.
If I am selected, can I be disqualified?
Yes. Corada reserves the right to remove nominees from the Corada‘s Best in Accessibility Lists at any time for any reason, including but primarily if any of the information submitted in the nomination package is found to be inaccurate.
Can I tell all my friends and family that I am in the Best in Accessibility Lists?
Yes! Your selection to one of Corada’s Best in Accessibility Lists may be posted on any forum, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.
Categories
Service Providers
Service providers are companies and individuals that provide accessibility services to or on the behalf of organizations.
General Contractors
Architects
Engineers
Interior Designers
Landscape Architects
Accessibility Lawyers – Plaintiff & Defense
ADA Coordinators
Accessibility Consultants (Digital Consultants)
Accessibility Consultants (Employment)
Accessibility Consultants (Physical Access)
Accessibility Consultants (Policies, Practices & Procedures)
Training Providers
Webinar Providers
Public Establishments
Public establishments are companies and organizations that have integrated accessibility best practices into their daily operations.
Hotels
Restaurants
Retailers
Colleges and Universities
State and Local Governments
Ambassadors
Ambassadors are individuals and organizations that promote, educate, and influence accessibility best practices.
*Most Influential
*Rising Stars
*Speakers
*Most Influential - The Most Influential list highlights individuals who are recognized as industry leaders who are actively shaping the future of accessibility.
*Rising Stars - The Rising Stars list highlights individuals who exemplify leadership qualities and have the potential to greatly influence the future of accessibility.
*Speakers – Speakers are individuals who excel at using their words to educate or inspire their audience to take action and overcome obstacles.
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