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2027 YPI Rising Star Nominations

2027 YPI Rising Star

Presented By YPI Sponsored by Wade Shows, Inc.

The goal of this award is to recognize leadership and industry contributions of Florida Federation members, age 40 and younger. Nominees not selected will need to be re-submitted each year to be considered. The deadline for nomination will be March 15, 2027. Nominees must be associated as an employee, volunteer, or board member of a member fair, show, exposition, or exhibition in good standing with the Florida Federation of Fair & Livestock Shows, or be affiliated with an Associate Member organization. Nominees shall not have reached their 41st birthday prior to the first day of the Florida Federation of Fairs Convention, May 12, 2027.

Due: March 15, 2027

Young Professionals Group

Chair- Beth Buckley, Florida State Fair
Email: beth.buckley@floridastatefair.com
Co-Chair- Mary Ellen Jones, Lake County Fair
Email: manager@lakecofair.com

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Person being Nominated Information

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How has the nominee gone above & beyond for his or her fair or the fair industry in Florida?

What sets the nominee apart from other young professionals?

Give an example of how the nominee has made a positive impact at a fair or on the industry.

What participation, involvement or leadership roles has the nominee held in the industry/community?

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