Social Impact Leader of the Year

This award recognises a leader who has delivered meaningful societal or environmental impact through mission-driven leadership.  

 Judges will look for individuals who have demonstrated a sustained commitment to addressing major social or environmental challenges while building effective organisations, partnerships, and programmes. The award recognises leaders whose work creates lasting positive change for communities and society. 

Criteria:
  1. Executive Track Record & Enterprise Impact (25 points) 

(Maximum 350 words) 

Provide an overview of the nominee’s career leading initiatives addressing social or environmental challenges. 

Judges will assess: 

Leadership in mission-driven organisations 

Evidence of measurable societal impact. 

 

  1. Leadership Judgement, Governance & People Impact (25 points)

(Maximum 250 words) 

Judges will look for: 

Ethical leadership and strong values 

Ability to build partnerships and coalitions. 

Question 3 – Strategic Execution & Societal Impact 

Examples may include: 

  • Initiatives delivering measurable social or environmental outcomes
  • Community or policy impact
  • Partnerships increasing societal reach
  • Sustainable impact programmes 

Judges will assess measurable social impact achieved through leadership. 

Question 4 – Distinction & Broader Leadership Contribution 

(250 words – 25 points) 

Outline why the nominee represents exceptional leadership relative to peers 

Examples may include: 

  • Industry leadership or thought leadership
  • Contribution to Ireland’s economic or innovation ecosystem
  • Mentoring or advisory roles
  • Influence beyond their organisation 

Judges are seeking leaders whose impact extends beyond individual organisational success. 

Evidence Requirement 

Submissions should include at least three pieces of supporting evidence where possible, such as: 

  • Financial performance indicators
  • Market growth or expansion metrics
  • Operational improvements
  • Policy or societal outcomes
  • Independent recognition or awards 

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