(INDIANAPOLIS) -- Nominations are currently being sought for the 2012 Ogletree Deakins/HR Dimensions Human Resources Professional of the Year. The award will be presented at a luncheon on May 2, during the Indiana Chamber of Commerce's 48th Annual Human Resources Conference & Expo.

The award is open to all full-time human resources practitioners in the state of Indiana. Individuals who have made significant contributions to their company/organization over the past year through implementation of best practices, organization design and effectiveness, and alignment and accomplishment of the strategic direction of their company are encouraged to apply. Nominees should also have a proven track record of giving back to the community and the HR profession.

Nominations can be by self-nomination, peer, subordinate, supervisor or other, but must be accompanied by a sponsorship letter from the nominee's organization. Nominations must be received by March 23.

Submit nominations to: Jesse Brothers, Indiana Chamber of Commerce, 115 W. Washington St., Suite 850 South, Indianapolis, IN 46204 or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

For additional information on suggested content of the nomination packet, please visit www.indianachamber.com/awardprograms.

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The Indiana Chamber of Commerce is the state's largest broad-based business advocacy and information organization, representing nearly 5,000 member companies that employ 800,000 Hoosier workers.