Nominations are open for Monitor’s annual Industry Icon awards, which will appear in our Sept/Oct issue, featuring profiles of industry leaders in the following categories:
Pioneer
A trailblazer who was the first to try something new that has been adopted by the industry
Past Pioneers: Tony Golobic, Reid Raykovich, Bill Phelan, Dan Michalek, Deborah Baker, Bette Kerhoulas, Sudhir Amembal and John Deane
Veteran
An individual who has weathered several economic cycles and has created a legacy of performance and contribution
Past Veterans: Adam Warner, Rich Doherty, Crit DeMent, Joe Nachbin, Bill Carey, Don Campbell, Jon Biorkman and Mike Jones
Current Leader
A current, high-ranking equipment finance leader who uses creativity, knowledge and influence to strategically direct their organization
Past Current Leaders: Terey Jennings, Eric McGriff, Nancy Robles, Amy Gross, Miles Herman, David Normandin and Jen Martin
Disruptor
An innovative, current leader with a company or technology that is changing the industry (future pioneer)
Past Disruptors: Mark Tomaselli, Bill Verhelle, Deborah Reuben, Robert Preville, Christopher Johanneson and Brian Holland
NextGen
A rising leader, age 40 and under, who has demonstrated tenacity, creativity and drive to keep the industry relevant and competitive
Past NextGen: Kara Miyasato, Allison Conley, Lexie Dressman, Ricardo Rios, Kevin Hall, Nick Fong and Kayla Perlinger
To nominate someone for this honor, please complete this form by Friday, July 25, 2025.