Outstanding Visionary Award

The Outstanding Visionary Award recognizes the achievements of MOCPA members in public practice or business and industry who are working to advance the CPA profession.

Geographic Scope: Missouri (MOCPA members)

Focus Areas:
The award honors CPAs who:

• Actively work to enhance the future of the profession through efforts to advance inclusion, mentor other professionals, or create opportunities for professional development
• Implement innovative company initiatives, technological solutions, or client service tactics that contribute to advancement of their company, firm, or clients
• Lead by example and commitment within their organization and the profession
• Exhibit foresight, understand the profession beyond the numbers, and seek to promote its goodwill

Eligibility:

• Must be a MOCPA member
• Working in public practice or business and industry

Recognition:

• Winners are recognized at MOCPA Awards Celebrations in November
• Winners are highlighted in The ASSET magazine
• 2025 winner: Kimberly Church, Ph.D., Missouri State University

Nomination Process

1. Complete Nomination Form: Fill out the Wufoo nomination form on the award page
2. Write Narrative: Demonstrate how the candidate's experience and accomplishments align with the spirit of the award (why they deserve to be honored). Be thorough and provide specific examples.
3. Submit Supporting Materials: Submit résumé and/or bio to Jill Zeller at jzeller@mocpa.org
4. Confirmation: You will receive an email confirming receipt within a few business days. If you don't receive confirmation, contact MOCPA to ensure receipt.

Characteristics to Address in Nomination:

• Leadership in advancing the profession
• Innovation and forward-thinking initiatives
• Mentorship and professional development contributions
• Promotion of profession goodwill and inclusion efforts