Nomination Portal for the 2024 Jack Tracey Pinnacle Award is Now Open!

Member News,

It is with great pleasure and excitement that we announce the opening of the nomination portal for the second annual Jack Tracey Pinnacle Award. This prestigious accolade recognizes a professional who has made remarkable contributions to the benefit of the non-prime auto finance industry. We invite you to participate by nominating deserving candidates who have left an indelible mark on our industry.

Why the Pinnacle Award Matters

The Jack Tracey Pinnacle Award is named in honor of one of the organization's early supporters and its first and long-serving executive director. Jack will always be remembered as a leader and fierce advocate of the non-prime automotive lending industry.

Individuals nominated for this award should have an extensive record of service to a NAF Association member company that is substantive and encompasses a productive, voluntary effort exceeding the duties of regular employment. A nominee’s service record will reflect having produced a positive impact beyond an individual company. By acknowledging the exceptional efforts of these trailblazers, we not only honor their accomplishments but also foster a culture of excellence and advancement.

Nominate Your Champions

Seize this opportunity to shine a spotlight on individuals whose contributions have made a significant impact on the non-prime auto finance industry. The Pinnacle Award seeks to honor excellence in all its forms such as leadership and engagement, volunteerism and outreach, innovation and vision, professional service and mentoring, and beyond. Nominate your champions and let their stories inspire and motivate others to reach for greatness.

How to Nominate

Submitting a nomination is a straightforward process. Simply visit our website and complete the nomination form, providing detailed information about the nominee's achievements, contributions, and impact. Be sure to articulate why you believe your nominee deserves to be recognized with the prestigious Pinnacle Award. Nominations will be accepted until April 12, so don't miss your chance to put forward deserving candidates. Submissions may include self-nominations. The Awards Committee will thoughtfully and thoroughly review applications and recommend a recipient to the full NAF Association Board of Directors.

Important Dates:
  • Nomination Portal Opens: March 1, 2024
  • Nomination Deadline: April 12, 2024
  • Award Presentation: June 6, 2024
Past Pinnacle Award Winners
  • 2023: Tom Hudson, Hudson Cook LLP, Founding Partner (Retired)
Join Us in Celebrating Excellence

We invite you to join us in celebrating excellence and innovation. Together, we will honor the award recipient at the Annual Non-Prime Auto Financing Conference this June 5 – 7, 2024 in Fort Worth, Texas.

Nominate a Deserving Colleague!