In 2025, Correctional News established the Lifetime Achievement Award. The award honors individuals who have made a lasting and significant impact on the corrections and justice industry. Winners of this prestigious award are dedicated to driving improvement and innovation. They are longtime leaders, mentors and collaborators who constantly strive for progress. 

Eligibility 

Nominees must have dedicated 30 or more years of service to the corrections industry as an A/E/C, vendor, subcontractor, manufacturer or facility owner/operator. Nominees must have made significant and sustained contributions to the improvement and advancement of the justice and corrections industry. 

Selection Process 

Nominees will be evaluated according to the following criteria: 

• Breadth and scope of service and impact 

• Examples of industry leadership and innovation in their area of expertise 

• Demonstrated commitment to the positive advancement of the justice industry 

• Other contributions to the industry (presentations, white papers/articles, committee/association leadership, mentorship, etc.) 

One winner will be selected from the Corrections Professionals category, and one winner will be selected from the A/E/C and Vendor Category. 

How to Nominate 

Correctional News welcomes nominations from peers, colleagues and industry professionals.  

Click here to nominate. 

Anonymous submissions will not be considered. Nominations close Aug. 31.

Announcing the Winners 

Winners will be announced at the Corrections Summit in 2026 and recognized in a future issue of Correctional News.