AKRON (April 8, 2013) — The nomination process is now open for the 2013 Tire Dealer Humanitarian Award, one of the most prestigious honors in the tire industry.
Now in its 20th year, the Tire Dealer Humanitarian Award, sponsored by Tire Business newspaper, annually recognizes an independent tire dealer or retreader who is making significant contributions to the betterment of his or her community through volunteer, charitable and/or public service work.
The winner receives the Tire Dealer Humanitarian Medal and a $2,500 donation to the charity of his or her choice. Presentation of the medal will take place at this fall's Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas during the Tire Industry Association's annual Tire Industry Honors program.
The award is open to any independent tire dealer or retreader in North America and nominees must have an ownership stake in the business. Nominations should include detailed support material.
Self nominations are welcome. Nominators are encouraged to renominate candidates if they are not past winners.
The deadline for nominations is July 31.
Nomination forms are available in most issues of Tire Business and online at www.tirebusiness.com. For more information, contact Tire Business at 330-865-6121.