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About the IAM Leadership Alliance Council

The IAM Leadership Alliance Council provides practical tools and resources for current and emerging leaders across the IAM membership.
In collaboration with the Global Moving Foundation (GMF), the Council develops webinars and leadership content focused on workforce resilience and leadership development. Sessions such as Beyond Tactical Leadership and Resilient Leadership in a Cross-Cultural Industry deliver clear, applicable guidance members can implement within their organizations.
The Council’s most recent program, No Brown M&Ms: Why Accountability Lives in the Details, is available on demand in IAM Learning. Using the well-known Van Halen contract clause as a case study, the session highlights a simple operational truth: small missed details often signal larger execution gaps.
The accompanying worksheet helps teams identify communication breakdowns, unclear ownership, inconsistent processes, and other early warning signs, reinforcing practical accountability before small issues become larger problems.

Meet the Council

Co-Chairs: Kay Kutt (Silk Relo) and Macarena Scalia (NEDRAC, Inc.)
  • Marta Bober (Arkpol)
  • Kim Drangstveit (Golden Services LLC)
  • Simon Hood (John Mason International Limited)
  • Tahir Mansoor (UTM Services)
  • Rizwan Masih (OCS Shipping LLC)

 IAM Excellence in Leadership Award Nomination 2026

The IAM Excellence in Leadership Award honors individuals who build strong teams, make principled decisions, and invest in people, creating a lasting impact for their companies and the individuals they lead.

Nominees are evaluated across three leadership dimensions:

1. Leadership in Action
Describe one or two specific initiatives or situations in which the nominee demonstrated exceptional leadership.
  • What challenge, risk, or opportunity existed?
  • What actions did the nominee personally lead or influence?
  • What changed as a result in people, performance, culture, or trust? 
2. Measurable Impact 
What measurable outcomes resulted from the nominee’s leadership?

Examples may include:  

  • Workforce growth, retention, or engagement
  • Operational, financial, or strategic improvements 
  • Client trust or stakeholder confidence
  • Mentorship and professional development 
3. Character & People-Centered Leadership
Provide a concrete example of how the nominee demonstrated ethical, resilient, and people-centered leadership.

Examples may include:  

  • Leadership during crisis or organizational change
  • Integrity in complex or difficult decisions
  • Building high-performing, high-trust teams
  • Fostering a respectful, high-trust workplace culture 
The 2025 recipient will be honored during the IAM Annual Meeting & Expo Closing Celebration Luncheon on October 27, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. All nominees will also be recognized on screen in front of their peers during the event.

The Selection Process 

The evaluation process is confidential. All submissions are reviewed anonymously by the IAM Leadership Alliance Council to ensure objective consideration based solely on merit and demonstrated impact.
Each submission is assessed against the three leadership dimensions outlined above.

Eligibility

  • Limited to IAM Members in good standing
  • Only IAM Members in good standing may submit nominations
  • Non-members may not submit nominations or be nominated
Submission Period: March 2 – August 3, 2026
Nominations may be submitted in any language, reflecting the global nature of IAM’s membership.
Nominees and the 2026 recipient of the IAM Excellence in Leadership Award will be recognized at the IAM Annual Meeting & Expo in San Diego, California, October 21–24.

Submission Guidelines

To support a strong nomination:
  • Complete all required sections of the form.
  • Focus on specific examples rather than general praise.
  • Clearly articulate actions taken and outcomes achieved.
  • Provide approximately 350-510 words per section.

Previous Winners:

  • 2022: Simon Hood, Owner of John Mason International, UK. Recognized for his remarkable leadership during challenging times including the Covid-19 crisis and global shipping issues.
  • 2023: Marcel Jörg, CEO of Gosselin Moving. He was celebrated for his transformative leadership, fostering team spirit, promoting equality, employee well-being, and work-life balance.
  • 2024: Charnel Francis, Business Development Manager for Africa Mobility Services, was honored for exemplary servant leadership, nurturing growth among colleagues, and uniting teams to achieve shared goals.
  • 2025: Wes Stewart, CEO of Stewart Moving and Storage, was nominated for his integrity, innovation, and people-first approach to leadership. With more than four decades in the moving industry, Wes has built a culture where drivers become owners, employees become leaders, and every move reflects his belief that true success begins with empowering others.
For questions, please contact Julia O’Connor at juliao@iamovers.org.

Nomination: Submit online in any language. Open to all IAM members.

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