WHO IS JERRY ALLEN?

Born in Texas in 1940, and the first of his family to graduate college, Jerry Allen seemed destined to make an imprint on the AEC Industry, one that would exceed his lifetime.

After serving as City Engineer for the City of Fort Worth, Texas Public Works Department, Jerry joined Carter & Burgess, Inc., a 40-person engineering, surveying, and landscape architecture firm, on April 28, 1969.

Working there for more than 33 years, he became the company — and the company became him.

Known not only for being the CEO of Carter & Burgess, but also as an innovative and inspirational leader, under Jerry's direction, Carter & Burgess grew from some 200 employees and $17 million in revenue in 1988, to 2,300 employees and $381 million in revenue by 2002.

Jerry, who was an incredible athlete and in fantastic physical condition most of his life, was struck down by colon cancer at age 62. Carter & Burgess continues to be an industry leader as a testament to Jerry's courageous leadership.

Jerry Allen was a friend and mentor to Mark Zweig, Founder & CEO of ZweigWhite. In his honor, a portion of the proceeds from the awards program will be donated to The American Cancer Society

THE JERRY ALLEN COURAGE IN LEADERSHIP AWARD

The Jerry Allen Courage in Leadership Award is given each year to someone working in an A/E/P or environmental firm who has demonstrated in a unique way, personal courage in their actions that have impacted their firm.

The award winner is one that has courageously overcome obstacles to advance their firms to a new level of success and accomplishment. Nominees can be in any role and come from A/E/P and environmental firms of all sizes and types.

The winner will receive over $20,000 in prizes! - including the entire line of 2011 ZweigWhite Surveys, business intelligence reports and publications, and access to all 2011 ZweigWhite Events.