Marks of Excellence
Celebrating outstanding public administrators whose leadership, achievement and commitment to community exemplify excellence in public service.
About the Award
The Marks of Excellence Award is NFBPA Central Arizona's premiere recognition for public administrators who demonstrate exceptional leadership, achievement, and an unwavering commitment to community service. This award honors those who go above and beyond in their professional roles, exemplifying the mastery and dedication required to strengthen public service and improve neighborhoods throughout the region.
Current Honorees

2026 Recipient
Jeri Williams
Former Chief of Police
City of Phoenix
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2026 Recipient
Dr. Warren H. Stewart, Sr.
Former Senior Pastor
First Institutional Baptist Church of Phoenix
Previous Honorees
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2025 Recipient
Dr. Kenja Hassan
Associate Vice President, Social Embeddedness and Civic Engagement
Arizona State University

2025 Recipient
Mr. James Gaston II
Retired Executive - Public Administration
NFBPA Ambassador