Mark Taghon, the chief financial officer of Junior Achievement of the Heartland, was awarded the JA MVP (Model of Values Professional) Award during the recent Junior Achievement USA National Leadership Conference.
The national conference was held in Kansas City, Missouri, from Monday to Thursday, July 15-18.
The JA MVP Award recognizes individuals who embody the core values of Junior Achievement. The criteria for this prestigious award includes passion for the mission, values, and respect for others, as well as honesty, integrity, commitment to excellence, team orientation and collaboration, customer satisfaction and delight, adaptability, and results orientation.
“Recognition like this doesn’t happen without the support of a great staff and board of directors, as well as encouragement at home,” said Mr. Taghon in a news release. “The JA Heartland team embodies the values this award represents on a daily basis, and It’s easy to strive to do my part. I’m honored to accept this award on their behalf.”
Recipients of the award demonstrate a deep commitment to articulating the JA mission and going above and beyond to support it. They also exhibit respect for diversity, foster engaged leadership, and promote clear communication. Upholding ethical standards, fulfilling commitments, and adhering to compliance requirements are paramount to their actions.
Mr. Taghon along with the other recipients set high standards, encourage innovation, and embrace continuous improvement while fostering collaboration and resolving conflicts in a positive manner, the release said. They prioritize customer satisfaction and strive to exceed expectations, adapt to change with a positive attitude, and demonstrate a results-oriented mindset focused on achieving success while upholding JA values.
“The JA MVP Award is a testament to the dedication and commitment of our associates who embody the core values of Junior Achievement,” Jack Harris, CEO of Junior Achievement USA, said in the release. “Individuals, like Mark, serve as inspirations for our organization, leading by example and positively impacting the students we serve. We are proud to honor him with this distinguished recognition.”
