The Northwest Promotional Marketing Association has played a significant role in supporting and fostering the growth of the promotional products industry at both local and national levels. This success is made possible by dedicated volunteers who generously contribute their time, expertise, and passion to advance the industry and the association. We are excited to honor these exceptional individuals.

Award Categories:

Supplier Rep of the Year Award

Recognizes a supplier representative who consistently supports distributor partners with exceptional service, responsiveness, product knowledge, and follow-through.

Distributor Sales Rep of the Year Award

Honors a distributor sales rep who goes above and beyond for their clients, represents the industry with professionalism, and delivers outstanding service and results.

Multi-Line Rep of the Year Award

Celebrates a multi-line representative who provides exceptional support, builds strong relationships, and brings valuable product knowledge and resources to the industry.

Hall of Fame Award

Honors an individual with a standout legacy of impact, leadership, and contribution in the industry.

Lifetime Achievement Award

Celebrates a long-standing industry professional whose career and character have left a lasting mark.

Volunteer of the Year Award

Recognizes someone who selflessly gives their time and talents to support the industry and their community.

Super Star Award

For the unsung hero — support staff, customer service, accounting, factory, and others who consistently go above and beyond.

Best Hype Person Award

Recognizes the person who brings the energy, encouragement, and enthusiasm that lifts up others and makes every room, event, or project more fun.

Best Connector Award

Honors someone who naturally brings people together, makes meaningful introductions, and helps strengthen relationships across the industry.

Most Likely to Make You Laugh Award

Celebrates the person who keeps things light, brings joy to the people around them, and always knows how to make the industry a little more fun.

Most Likely to Turn a Simple Idea Into Something Brilliant Award

Recognizes someone who brings creativity, resourcefulness, and fresh thinking to their work, turning everyday ideas into something memorable.

Submit a Nomination

Eligibility:

Nominees must be current members or past volunteers. Current NWPMA Board Members are not eligible. Former board members must have been off the board for at least one year. Nominees may be living or deceased.

Deadline for submissions is July 17th, 2026. The inductees will be recognized and celebrated at the NWPMA Annual Meeting during the Fall Showcase on August 18th.

Join the Nominating Committee

Want to help shape NWPMA’s future? Serve as our next Member-at-Large on the Nominating Committee—or nominate someone great for the role. Apply or Nominate