The Pro Sports Assembly Medal of Leadership Awards celebrates Pro Sports Assembly members who are advancing the professional sports industry, both inside their organization and beyond to elevate standards of leadership excellence. Pro Sports Assembly strives to elevate members who are building strong, healthy and fair organizations and communities. The Medal of Leadership Awards were inspired by two leaders who lifted inclusive leadership to new heights: Jason Jenkins and Cynt Marshall. They have leveraged their positions of influence to benefit the greater good and epitomize what it means to be a PRO. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() General criteria for nominees:
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Awards will be presented during The Assembly 2024. Don't miss out -- RSVP today! The "Victory for Humanity" Award was created in honor of Jason Jenkins, the late Senior Vice President of Communications and Community Affairs for the Miami Dolphins and a founding member of PRO, serving on the Governing Board as Chair of Communications. Jason was an exceptional leader – a unifier of people and a champion in the community. The Jason Jenkins “Victory for Humanity” Award is presented to a Pro Sports Assembly member for significantly leveraging their position of influence to create lasting impact in the community. Criteria:
Nomination FormThe Marshall Award for Values in Sports was created in honor of Cynthia “Cynt” Marshall, CEO of the Dallas Mavericks. As the first Black female CEO in the NBA, Cynt represents strength and impact for the organization, its greater community and the professional sports ecosystem. The Marshall Award for Values in Sports is presented to a trailblazing Pro Sports Assembly member who exemplifies Character, Respect, Authenticity, Fairness, Teamwork and Safety. Criteria:
Nomination FormThe Rising Leader Award recognizes a full-time pro sports executive (0-10 years of experience) who has made an exemplary impact early in their career. This award calls attention to an individual with an outstanding commitment to excellence. Criteria:
Nomination FormThe Visionary Leadership Award is presented to a senior-level (director and above) professional sports leader. Throughout their career, this individual has shown excellence inside their organization, in their community, and is dedicated to building the next generation of leaders. Criteria:
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