Denis Wellstead Award for International Egg Person of the Year
In memory of the late Denis Wellstead, the IEC annually presents the Denis Wellstead Memorial Trophy to the ‘International Egg Person of the Year’.
The Award will be given to any person who, in the opinion of the Award Committee, has provided exemplary service to the egg industry.
The winner of the award is likely to have shown consistent commitment and leadership to the international egg industry over a period of years. This commitment is likely to be above and beyond the level required for their business or position, and the individual will have made a significant contribution to the general good of the egg industry at an international level.
How to submit a nomination
Submissions for this award are now closed for the 2024 awards programme.
The full judging criteria and nomination form for this award will be available here in 2025.
You can register your interest for the next awards programme by contacting us at info@internationalegg.com.
Register your interest for 2025Rules and Criteria
Eligibility
A candidate may serve in the egg/egg products industry, in an ancillary industry or in any other industry or service industry which benefits the egg industry, such as the manufacture of pharmaceuticals or the provision of veterinary or other advice.
The winner of the award should not be a current member of the judging panel.
Nominations and Selection
Any paid-up member of the IEC may nominate a candidate.
The Award Committee may select a candidate nominated in this way or may make their own choice.
Award Committee
The Award Committee is made up of the IEC Councillors. The decision of the Award Committee is final.
Announcement and Presentation of the Award
The winner will be announced and awarded at the IEC Global Leadership Conference in September.
Register your interest for 2025