[liberationtech] Seeking nominations for Young Global Leaders of the World Economic Forum (deadline June 30)

[Yosem Companys]

*From:* Abigail.Noble at weforum.org [mailto:Abigail.Noble at weforum.org]

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We are accepting nominations for the 2013 class of Young Global Leaders of
the World Economic Forum.

Here is the official nomination site:

Nominations are due by Saturday...which is short notice (but hopefully the
nomination form does not take more than 10 min per candidate).

http://nomination.younggloballeaders.org/nominationform.aspx

The basic criteria (below) is that the person should be below the age of
40, and have demonstrated a tremendous track record of success in whatever
they have accomplished (and to be viewed as a future leader of the world).

Please also let me know of any candidates that the MPA/ID program strongly
recommends...I will follow-up internally to make sure those candidates get
a thorough look and make the shortlist.

Warmest Regards from Geneva,
Abby

Abigail.Noble at weforum.org
Abigail Noble
Head, Latin America and Africa
Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship l  World Economic Forum
Community of Social Entrepreneurs

Direct:  + 41 (22) 869 3745
Mobile: + 41 (0) 79 90 90 789

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The Forum of Young Global Leaders has established a comprehensive selection
process for identifying and selecting the most exceptional leaders 40 years
of age or younger. Every year, thousands of candidates from around the
world are proposed and assessed according to rigorous selection criteria. **
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Only the very best candidates are selected and all efforts are extended to
create a truly representative body. First, the shortlisted candidates are
evaluated by Heidrick & Struggles, recognised as one of the world's leading
executive search and leadership consulting firms. As a final step in the
selection process, the candidates are screened by the Selection Committee. *
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Reflecting the diversity of stakeholders, the Young Global Leaders include
leaders from politics, business, civil society, academia, and arts and
culture across seven geographic regions. Together, they form a unique
community that can dramatically affect the lives of future generations and
craft innovative responses to address global and regional challenges. ****

Candidates for Young Global Leaders are selected based on the following
criteria:  ****

   - He/she is 40 years of age or younger at the time of nomination (to be
   eligible for the nomination and selection process of the Class of 2013, the
   candidate must have been born on or after 1 January 1973). ****
   - He/she has a recognized record of extraordinary achievement and a
   proven track record of substantial leadership experience. Typically, this
   means 5-15 years of outstanding professional work experience and a clear
   indication of playing a substantial leadership role for the rest of his or
   her career. ****
   - He/she has demonstrated a commitment to serve society at large through
   exceptional contributions, and have a global perspective. ****
   - He/she must have an impeccable record in the public eye and good
   standing in his/her community, as well as show great self-awareness and a
   desire for learning. ****
   - Candidates from the business sector must be responsible for the full
   operation of a qualifying corporation or division and must hold one of the
   following titles: President, Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive
   Officer, Managing Director, Managing Partner or Publisher, or equivalent of
   any of the above. If the company is a Member or Partner of the World
   Economic Forum, the candidate requires the approval of the CEO or Chairman
   of the Board of the respective company. ****
   - Companies, organizations and entities can only nominate one candidate
   from the qualifying company every two years. ****
   - Kindly note that self nominations are not accepted. ****

***The deadline to submit nominations for the class of 2013 is June 30
2012*******
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