WORKFORCE
THE IMPORTANCE OF
RECOGNITION
Three ways to drive engagement in acquisition award nominations.
by Rachel M. Longarzo R
ecognizing employee achievements through awards is a powerful way to boost morale and strengthen the Army Acquisition Workforce (AAW) culture. In addition to G-1 Human Resources Command awards programs at your organization and command level, there are several HQDA and DOD awards
programs that recognize AAW members. Programs like the Defense Acquisition Awards, the Army Acquisition Hall of Fame and the Army Acquisition Executive Awards are designed to honor exceptional contributions, but all too often these initiatives fall flat— not because they lack significance but because employees view the process as a burden rather than an opportunity.
So how can you motivate your organization to truly engage in the process with so many competing priorities? Te good news is that building engagement doesn’t require a massive overhaul. With the right strategies, you can inspire employees to nominate their colleagues, celebrate achievements and take pride in the process. Tere are three key ways to drive AAW engagement for better, more inspired nominations: Creating excite- ment around the nominations, encouraging participation in the awards and sustaining year-round employee engagement with awards.
CREATE EXCITEMENT AROUND NOMINATIONS People are naturally inspired by examples, so sharing success stories can be a powerful way to generate enthusiasm. Highlight past award winners and how their achievements made an impact. Share stories that resonate, such as how the nominee went above and beyond or contributed in meaningful ways. Tis can be done through email spotlights or quick shoutouts during team meetings. When employees see the real-world value of these awards, it shifts the narrative. It’s no longer just about filling out a nomination form—it’s about recognizing and celebrating an individual’s hard work and contribu- tion to the mission. For example, inductees into the Army Acquisition Hall of Fame are celebrated for their lifelong contributions to advancing the mission, often serving as role models for the next generation of acquisition professionals.
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