Awarded at the President’s discretion. Successful completion of a project taking considerable effort and time resulting in advancement of plant management science, educational outreach and performance above and beyond the call of duty as an officer, chair or special representative of MAPMS; or member or non-member achievement in the science of aquatic plant management and/or participation in MAPMS leading to the advancement of its members, goals and objectives. Award may be used for an individual, agency, corporation, institution, or other organization in recognition of service.
- 2025 Dick Pinagel – Aquatic Weed Control; Holly Michigan
- 2022 Carlton Layne – Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Foundation; Marietta Georgia
- 2019 Dr. Michael D. Netherland – University of Florida/USACE; Gainesville Florida
- 2017 Leah Rust-Essex – Aquatic Control Inc; Seymour Indiana
- 2014 David Isaacs – Aquatic Control Inc; Seymour Indiana
- 2012 Joe Bondra – Cygnet Enterprises, Inc; Flint, Michigan
