The NCASG Distinguished Service Award recognizes individuals who have provided exceptional and sustained service to the NCASG. Building on the legacy of the late Neville Kenning and Darby Forrester, the award aims to honor individuals whose contributions – through leadership, dedication, and impact – have significantly advanced the mission, goals and/or reputation of the NCASG.
Distinguished Service Nominations
To nominate an individual for the NCASG Distinguished Service Award, click HERE. Nominations will be reviewed by the NCASG Executive Committee, and the award will be presented by the NCASG President at an annual conference.
2026 Distinguished Service Recipient: Steven Ainger (IA)
Congratulations to Steven Ainger for being recognized as the 2026 Distinguished Service Recipient! Steven has coordinated and presented the NCASG Salary Survey since 2019 and has also been a very active participant in conferences above and beyond the salary survey.
2025 Distinguished Service Recipient: Janelle Haynsworth (LA)
Janelle Haynsworth has served in various roles for the NCASG, which include coordinator for the NCASG Pay Practices survey, President-Elect/President/Past-President, and Secretary.
From left: Danelle Harsin (KS), Paul Christianson (MN), Janelle Haynsworth (LA), John Wiesman (WI).
2024 Distinguished Service Recipients: Toni Gillis (DE), Lynn Hart (ND)
Toni Gillis has served in various roles for the NCASG, which include coordinator for the NCASG Pay Practices survey, President-Elect/President/Past-President, and conference host state.
Lynn Hart has served in various roles for the NCASG, which include coordinator for the NCASG Benefits survey and conference host state.
From left: Janelle Haynsworth (LA), Toni Gillis (DE), Paul Christianson (MN), Lynn Hart (ND), John Wiesman (WI).
2023 Distinguished Service Recipient: John Wiesman (WI)
John Wiesman (WI) has served in various roles for the NCASG, which include coordinator for the NCASG Salary survey, President-Elect/President/Past-President, Secretary/Treasurer, and conference host state.
John (left) was the first recipient of the NCASG Distinguished Member award.