Triathlon Business International (TBI), the industry organization dedicated to promoting the sport and the business of triathlon, is now taking submissions for the Best Triathlon Article and Photo of the Year, and the Ron Smith Triathlete of the Year Award.
With nominations due in by 10 January 2013, the award winners and finalists will be recognized at the Triathlon Business International Awards Celebration – taking place at the 3rd annual TBI Conference in San Diego, California, on 10-12 February 2013.
Best Triathlon Article and Photo Selection Criteria:
- Triathlon article or photo must be published and have appeared in a print or online media outlet in the 2012 calendar year.
- Individual writers and photographers may self-submit as long as the article/photo was published. Publications may submit an article or photo on behalf of the author(s) or photographer(s).
- Proof of publication must be provided with the article. A PDF of the article must also be submitted. If the article has been published online, a link to the article must be included.
- Publications may enter multiple submissions, but only three submissions are allowed per author or photographer. If a writer is also a photographer (or vice versa), he/she may submit no more than three article and three photos.
- Submissions must include the name, email address and phone number of the author or photographer.
Male and Female Ron Smith Triathlete of the Year Award Nomination Criteria:
Named after Ron Smith, one of triathlon’s earliest pioneers, the award recognizes a male and a female triathlete who best demonstrate a combination of strong moral character, athletic performance and professionalism in the sport of triathlon. TBI is looking for triathletes who are not only strong competitors, but are also a role model to all; and who help promote the sport and pave the way for future triathletes.
- Submissions should include: submitter’s name, phone number and email address; name of nominated male or female triathlete; and no more than 250 words about why he/she is a candidate for the Ron Smith Triathlete of the Year award.
- Submitters may nominate one female and one male.
Nominations close on Thursday 10 January 2013. The Best Article, Best Photo and the male/female Ron Smith Triathletes of the Year will be selected from nominations by the National Voting Panel consisting of Triathlon Business International founding members and additional members prominent within the industry.
All submissions should be sent to Nicole[at]triathlonbusinessintl.com.
The first and only industry event devoted to the business of triathlon, the Triathlon Business International Conference will feature an impressive line-up of keynote speakers, valuable networking events, as well as seminars and panels critical to the industry. The final night of the conference will be highlighted by the Triathlon Business International Awards Celebration, presented by The Active Network.
In addition to recognizing the best triathlon article and photograph, the TBI Awards Celebration will honour the best companies, programs and athletes in the triathlon industry in 2012, including the male and female Ron Smith Triathlete of the Year award.
Conference dates, location and costs:
- Date: 10-12 February 2012
- Location: Rancho Bernardo Inn – San Diego, California
- Cost: TBI Members – US$695 (until 15 January 2013) US$795 (after 16 January 2013); non-members – US$895 (until 15 January 2013) US$995 (after 16 January 2013)
Conference details and online registration are available online.
TBI (formerly Triathlon America) is dedicated to promoting the sport and the business of triathlon. Founded by a coalition of industry leaders, TBI advocates for the interests of triathlon businesses, provides educational and informative programs, and encourages increased participation in the sport of triathlon.
