Distinguished Leadership Award

Conferred on individuals in government service who have provided sustained outstanding leadership in government management (financial, IT, human resources, etc.) over a period of years, resulting in notable contributions to government management. (Nominees need not be a member of AGA.)

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Achievement of the Year Award

Accords recognition for leadership or outstanding achievement in developing, implementing, or improving management in government. (Nominees need not be a member of AGA but must have been employed in government service at the time the work being recognized as performed.)

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Education and Training Award

Conferred on individuals who have made significant contributions to the education and training of government employees. (Nominee need not be a member of AGA.)

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Special Achievement Award

Accords recognition for notable contributions toward improving government management (financial, IT, human resources, etc.) early in a professional career. (Nominee must be under the age of thirty-five at the end of the preceding calendar year to be eligible for this award.)

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Chapter Service Award

This award is dedicated in memory of the following Chapter members, Harry J. Collis, Steven Krol, Guilio Mazzone, Anthony Sant’Angelo, and Paul Vidunas for their outstanding contribution to the Chapter. These awards are given to Chapter members in recognition of the service they have provided to the organization during the year.

2026 Recipients – Marie Samson & Meghan Ellis


James J. Dolan Award

In honor of James J. Dolan, founder of the Trenton Chapter of the Association of Government Accountants (AGA), this award is presented to an individual who has enthusiastically supported and made contributions to enhance the Chapter’s activities and goals over many years.

2026 Recipient – Michael Salberta


President’s Award

Each year, the Chapter President recognizes an individual who has made a significant contribution to our Chapter during their term in office. The recipient may have been instrumental in developing or implementing a program, accomplishing chapter goals for national recognition, providing a standard of excellence that enhances the reputation of our organization, or in some other tangible way assisted the President in leading the Chapter’s activities during the year.

2026 Recipient – Amanda Ireland