The INFORMS Early Career Practitioner Award was created to engage and recognize early career professionals in the fields of operations research, management science, and advanced analytics for their exceptional contributions to business/industry, government, and consulting, and service to the profession.
INFORMS acknowledges the distinct needs of practitioners and has strategically prioritized addressing their professional growth throughout their careers. The award seeks to acknowledge individuals who have made significant contributions within the initial five years of their post-graduation employment, and currently working outside of academia.