NBTA Scholarship Applications Now Available
J. Mercer Johnson, III AZBTA Allied Member Professional Development Scholarship
This professional development scholarship was created and named in the honor of AZBTA board member J. Mercer Johnson, III after he passed away in 2008. Because Mercer was so passionate about this industry and AZBTA, the board unanimously voted to create this scholarship, as this was the best way to honor our friend and colleague.
The Mercer Johnson Professional Development Scholarship is open to any AZBTA Allied member in good standing. Scholarship funds may be used for any NBTA recognized continuing education program (CTE, CCTE, GLP, etc.) but in no event will the value of the scholarship exceed $500.
AZBTA Direct Member Professional Development Scholarship
This scholarship is for tuition reimbursement for an industry/job related course, can be used to offset the registration cost of attending NBTA's national convention. The scholarship can be used for one or more of the aforementioned purposes but in no event will the value of the scholarship exceed $500.
This scholarship is offered to promote continuing education for the AZBTA membership and to encourage participation in NBTA. All applications will be judged on their content and the reasons why the scholarship will enhance the skills of the member and/or assist the AZBTA membership at large.
The NBTA Chapter Presidents' Council is excited to be offering several scholarships this year for business travel industry professionals to further their professional education and involvement in NBTA. Anyone who is a member of a local BTA chapter that is in good standing with the CPC can apply.
There are lots of awards offered:
| Award | Number Available | Restrictions |
| First Year NBTA Membership | 2 offered | Direct applicants only |
| NBTA Annual Convention Registration | 2 offered | Direct or Allied
Usable for 2010 or 2011 Convention
(does not include air or hotel) |
| $500 Award | 9 offered | For CCTE, CTE or GLP tuition or
registration fees. Direct or Allied |
The CPC will also award one $1,000 CPC Memorial Scholarship. This special award is in honor and memory of the outstanding accomplishments, commitment and contributions to the CPC, NBTA and the travel community made by those who have served in the Chapter Presidents Council. It is given to the highest scoring applicant for a CCTE, CTE or GLP scholarship.
Applications are submitted online, and are scored on merit. Scholarship recipients must be members of a CPC chapter. Recipients can apply for one CPC scholarship a year, and can only win CPC scholarships twice. Awards must be used within two years.
Please contact Cindy Gillen, CPC Scholarship Committee Chairperson, with any questions.
Deadline for Submission: Friday, May 7, 2010
For questions or further information please feel free to contact
Begga Akers, AZBTA Vice President at vicespresident@azbta.org
GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE!!!
