Elevate Best of Year Awards are a way to shine a spotlight on an individual who has shown excellence throughout the year. Winners will receive a discount to attend Elevate 2026!
Elevate Best of Year Awards are a way to shine a spotlight on an individual who has shown excellence throughout the year. Winners will receive a discount to attend Elevate 2026!
Dispatcher of the Year
Honors a dispatcher who exemplifies outstanding coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills. This individual ensures seamless operations by effectively managing schedules, resources, and customer expectations in a fast-paced environment.
Sales Professional of the Year
Celebrates a sales professional who demonstrates exceptional customer focus, industry knowledge, and business impact. This individual consistently delivers results while building strong relationships and driving growth.
Back Office of the Year
Recognizes a back office professional who demonstrates exceptional accuracy, efficiency, and dedication in supporting business operations. This individual plays a critical role behind the scenes, ensuring processes run smoothly and customers are supported with excellence.
Everyday Hero
Recognizes an individual who consistently goes above and beyond in their role. This person leads by example, demonstrates integrity, and makes a positive impact on their team, organization, and community—even when no one is watching.
CALMS eLearner of the Year
Honors an individual who demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development through Command Alkon’s Learning Management System (CALMS). This award recognizes those who actively expand their knowledge through training and certifications, enhancing their expertise while contributing to improved performance and industry standards.
Plant Operator of the Year
Recognizes a plant operator in ready mix, asphalt, or aggregates who demonstrates excellence in plant performance, safety, quality, and efficiency. This individual consistently delivers high standards while keeping operations running at peak performance.
Driver of the Year
Honors a driver who demonstrates outstanding safety, reliability, and professionalism. This individual represents their company with pride while ensuring timely and efficient delivery in every interaction.
IT Specialist of the Year
Honors an IT professional who goes above and beyond to support business systems, drive technological improvements, and ensure reliability and security. This individual plays a vital role in enabling operational success through technology.
AI Innovator of the Year
Celebrates an individual that leads their team in leveraging artificial intelligence to drive meaningful innovation in their operations or the heavy building materials industry in general. This award recognizes those using AI to improve efficiency, decision-making, and business outcomes.
Technical Services/QC Personnel of the Year
Recognizes a technical services or quality control professional who ensures product quality, consistency, and compliance. This individual plays a key role in maintaining standards and supporting operational excellence.
Fleet Operations Champion of the Year
Recognizes a fleet professional who excels in managing fleet performance, maintenance, safety, and efficiency. This individual drives operational excellence by optimizing assets and supporting overall business success.
Outstanding Woman in Heavy Building Materials Industry
Celebrates a woman who is making a significant impact in the heavy building materials industry. This individual demonstrates leadership, innovation, and a commitment to excellence while inspiring others and helping shape the future of the industry.
Cloud Innovator of the Year
Honors an individual that leads their team in transforming operational efficiency and workflows through cloud-based technologies. This award recognizes forward-thinking use of cloud solutions to enhance scalability, connectivity, and overall business performance.
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