As healthcare continues its rapid evolution, the new generation of leadership faces immense challenges that will require new ideas and approaches. And the industry's young executives are already proving that they're up to the task.
To help celebrate these rising young stars in healthcare management, nominations are now being accepted for
Modern Healthcare's 27th annual Up & Comers recognition program. The program is co-sponsored by Witt/Kieffer, an Oak Brook, Ill.-based executive search firm.
Nominees must be 40 years of age or younger as of the July 8 submission deadline. To participate in this year's program, please visit the
Up & Comers landing page to start the nomination process. It includes completing an online form and then submitting the nominee's resume along with a letter of no more than three double-spaced pages outlining the person's credentials, accomplishments and leadership qualities. Each submission must include a color photo of the nominee as well as his or her age.
Materials can be submitted electronically or through regular mail to Up & Comers, c/o David May, assistant managing editor/features, Modern Healthcare, 150 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60601. Electronic submissions are welcome at
upandcomers@modernhealthcare.com. After the recipients are profiled in the Sept. 23 issue of Modern Healthcare, nomination materials may be used by sponsors for marketing purposes. Per editorial policy, sponsors are not involved in the judging or determination of award recipients.
