Emerging Leader Award of Excellence

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The Emerging Leader Award of Excellence recognizes rising professionals in government financial management who have made notable early-career contributions to the field. This award highlights the value of emerging leadership and encourages continued excellence and impact among the next generation of public service leaders.

Nominations for the Emerging Leader Award of Excellence are open. Submit your nomination by Tuesday, May 5 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

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About the Award

One crystal award is presented annually
Honors government financial professionals with 5–10 years of experience
Recognizes early career achievement and commitment to professional excellence
Nominees do not have to be AGA members
Recipients may only receive this award once

Nominees should exemplify:

Demonstrated impact or innovation in government financial management early in their career
Commitment to public service, accountability, and integrity
Leadership qualities that show promise for continued professional growth
Engagement in efforts that enhance operations, collaboration, or public trust
A role model for early achievement and future leadership in the profession

Latest Award Winner

Aaron Ruiz

Senior Auditor

U.S. Government Accountability Office

Aaron Ruiz’s vision and leadership have led to new relationships across federal and state governments being built, creating opportunities for free training events available to thousands. Because of his efforts, financial management stakeholders have access to new ideas for some of the most timely and consequential financial management issues of today. Additionally, Aaron is leading audit work to help the Department of Defense find its way to financial statement auditability, a major step in improving the overall financial management of the federal government.