Awards & Recognition

Each year, PRIMA honors individuals and public entities that have excelled in their profession.

2027 PRIMA Awards

Are you the next Public Risk Manager of the Year? Has your entity created a product or program that's noteworthy? Have you launched a successful enterprise risk management program? Find out at the 2027 Annual Conference in New Orleans!

Awards to be Presented

2026 Award Winners

Meet the PRIMA members who have created a new program or product or displayed an overall commitment to the field of public sector risk management.

Public Risk Manager of the Year

Matthew Phillps

Safety & Risk Manager County of Hanover & Hanover County Public Schools Ashland, VA

This is the most prestigious award a PRIMA member can receive!

The Public Risk Manager of the Year Award is the grand master of risk management— the one with the ability to handle losses, foresee risks and prevent dangerous endgames.

Watch the PRMY Award Video

Outstanding Achievement for a Public Risk Management Program

County of Anne Arundel

Annapolis, MD

Recognizes risk management programs that are notably innovative, successful and/or well-received.

Outstanding Achievement for a Public Risk Management Risk Product

City of Rockville

Rockville, MD

Recognizes a risk management product that are notably innovative, successful and/or well-received.

Outstanding Achievement - Intergovernmental Risk Pool Program Category

Public Entity Partners

Franklin, TN

Recognizes a risk management product that are notably innovative, successful and/or well-received.