The CPE Leadership Award.
Presented annually to the CPE alumnus who has demonstrated outstanding leadership within the port and maritime industry — advancing safe, secure, and efficient port operations, contributing to workforce growth, and fostering industry collaboration.
Recognizing leadership that advances the industry
The award was established to honour CPE alumni who have made a measurable contribution to the competitiveness, safety, and professionalism of ports and marine terminal operators — and who invest in the next generation of maritime leaders.
Nominations are accepted from any CPE alumnus. The recipient is selected by the CPE program leadership based on demonstrated leadership, industry contribution, commitment to professional development, and workforce advancement within the maritime sector.
Who can be nominated
Any CPE alumnus, from any graduation year.
Who can nominate
Any CPE alumnus, colleague, or team member. Self-nominations are accepted.
Selection criteria
Leadership, professional development contribution, advancing safe and efficient port operations, workforce growth, and industry collaboration.
When it is announced
Announced at the annual CPE gathering.
How to nominate
Submit via the nomination form below or contact admissions at [email protected].
Adelena Chandler, CPE
Adelena Chandler
Human Resources Director · Port St. Maarten Group
Adelena Chandler CPE is recognized for exemplary leadership in port management and for sustained investment in the professional development of the next generation of maritime industry leaders across the Americas and the Caribbean.
Her work at Port St. Maarten Group reflects the CPE program’s core mission: building the knowledge and capability that contributes to the competitiveness of ports and marine terminal operators.
Know someone who deserves recognition?
Nominations are accepted from any CPE alumnus, colleague, or team member. A brief written case is all that is required — the form takes fewer than five minutes to complete.
Alternatively, contact admissions directly at [email protected] or 1-866-219-6563.