To recognize distinguished leadership that is consistent with the ideals of the Kellogg School of Management and to promote Kellogg's commitment to developing leaders of the highest caliber and character

Criteria for the Kellogg Award of Distinguished Leadership:

Proven, accomplished professional leader

• Drives outstanding results
• Inspires and motivates people
• Adapts and grows people and organization
• Drives shared vision and establishes direction
• Creates strong culture

Known for strong community/civic involvement and positive contributions

• Contributes consistently, voluntarily to community
• Increases societal wealth
• Promotes sustainable community development
• Demonstrates spirit of involvement

Highly respected and admired by the Kellogg and external community

• Generates broad interest among Kellogg and community-at-large
• Engenders open admiration and respect
• Stimulates good followership
• Develops organizational culture and spirit de corps

Embodies the ideals and spirit of the Kellogg community

• Honor
• Integrity
• Innovation
• Global mindset
• Fosters diversity
• Professionalism
• Socially responsible
• Spirit of teamwork, cooperation, involvement

View the selection criteria for the Kellogg Award for Distinguished Leadership .

Learn about past recipients of the Kellogg Award for Distinguished Leadership .

Download the Award for Distinguished Leadership Nomination Form