Nomination Form Application deadline: January 1, 2009

The Bakers Hall of Fame was established to ensure that memories of outstanding bakers be recognized and preserved. It is to honor those whose hard work and dedication has made significant and outstanding achievements to the baking industry, community and the American way of life. The Hall of Fame has been expanded to include honoring any bakery employee for their hard work and outstanding achievements.

…and the categories are…

~Lifetime Achievement (at least 20 years in the baking industry)
~Outstanding Achievement (has made exceptional and meaningful contribution to the baking industry, community and the American way of life)

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Nominee must have:

1. Established recognized proficiency in their respective areas of the industry.
   
2. Contributed to the betterment of the industry on the state, regional and or national level.
   
3. Contributed in some manner toward community betterment in the city of residence.
   
4. Member of/or work for a member in good standing with the Upper Midwest Bakery Association.
   
5. A majority vote of the UMBA Board of Directors for induction. *
   

NOMINEE Information

Name of nominee: ______________________________
Nominated for: ___ Lifetime Achievement
___ Outstanding Achievement (check one)

Business name / phone / address / e-mail: ___________________________________

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Home address phone #
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email

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On a separate sheet, please provide a narrative on why this person should be considered for the Hall of Fame, making sure that all information is complete. Use the words “approximately” and “about” if you are unsure of times or dates. Incomplete applications cause delay and disappointment.


Nominee’s Name: ___________________________________________

1. Chronology of baking experience: List bakery names and years there.
2. Participation in the Bakery Trade: List Baking Associations-local,
regional, national, and any offices held. List if any published articles or book
contributions.
3. Events: List shows, seminars attended, and presentations/demonstrations made to the
baking community. List signature items made by nominee.
4. Community Activities: List in chronological order participation and impact of value
of the activity to the industry, community or people served.
5. Picture of nominee: (When possible)

Recommended by:

Your name: _________________________________________

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Business Name address phone e-mail

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Home Address phone e-mail