Get all the details on the Professional Recognition Awards. We will review the categories, criteria, submission portal, and timeline, and we will also be joined by marketing communications expert Dorothy J. Verdon, CPSM, who will share information about what makes a great award submission.

Parksmart Advisors lead clients through the GBCI certification process for high-performing, sustainable parking structure design and construction.  Offered by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) and Green Business Certification Institute (GBCI) alongside the suite of LEED rating systems, Parksmart is the only rating system dedicated to improving the quality and performance of parking structures.  As a unique building type, these structures offer unique opportunities to drive greater sustainability practices and outcomes at the intersection of parking, transportation, and mobility.  

Curiosity isn’t just a personal trait; it’s a professional advantage. In parking enforcement, customer service, and operations, curiosity fuels better decisions, stronger customer relationships, and greater job satisfaction. When frontline professionals approach challenges with a mindset of discovery, they open the door to innovation, efficiency, and professional growth.

IPMI offers the largest and leading community of parking, transportation, and mobility professionals in the world. Get more connected with our community and learn about all the benefits of membership, including unrivaled education and training, accreditation and certification programs, and career-building opportunities.

2027 Call for Virtual Education: Submit to present webinars and frontlines. Deadline: October 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM (EDT).

Open to members from cities and municipalities. Register for the free municipal members-only roundtable, ask for advice about your own situations, and connect with others facing similar challenges.