On behalf of the Florida Board of Certified Investigators, it is a pleasure to recognize outstanding investigators who contribute so much to our profession.
Rory J. McMahon, FCI, CFE was acknowledged for his provision of consistently providing the public with outstanding services, exemplifying the highest qualities and attributes of the consummate private investigator, and seeking to raise the professional bar as a Florida Certified Investigator, with the FCI of the Year Award.
It has been a definite honor and privilege to review the credentials, and to speak with the various nominators in preparing for these awards. We have many outstanding investigators throughout the State of Florida and these individuals exemplify the best. Congratulations Rory!
Keith R. Steele, FCI, CLI, CFE, CCDI
2009 FBCI Chairman
The "FCI of the Year" Award has been presented to:
- 2003 - David T. Grover, FCI
- 2004 - C.R. "Bob" Brown, FCI
- 2005 - Gary Sherman, FCI
- 2006 - Brian Gionet, FCI
- 2007 - Claude E. Lavaron III, CLI, FCI
- 2008 - Carol G. Moore, CLI, FCI
- 2009 - Rory J. McMahon, FCI CFE
AWARD PROTOCOL FOR THE "FLORIDA CERTIFIED INVESTIGATOR OF THE YEAR"
Intent of Award:
To acknowledge and recognize those who consistently provide the public with outstanding services, exemplifying the highest qualities and attributes of the consummate professional investigator, and who seek to raise the professional bar of the investigative profession as a Florida Certified Investigator.
Eligibility:
Nominations for the Florida Certified Investigator of the Year may be submitted by anyone. The nominee must be a Florida licensed private investigator in good standing with the Florida Department of Agriculture or an in-house staff investigator, exempted from licensure, who holds the designation of Florida Certified Investigator.
Criteria:
The Florida Certified Investigator must have contributed to the investigative profession in one or more of the following ways:
- Exemplified the highest qualities of educational standards and ethics of a Florida Certified Investigator.
- Demonstrated leadership within the investigative profession.
- Contributed to the progression and furtherance of the education and training of fellow investigators and the public through educational training.
- Exhibited themselves in a professional manner so as to provide a positive and professional image for the investigative profession and the FCI designation.
- Contributed in other areas deemed appropriate by the nominator.
Application of Criteria:
In appraising the qualifications of those nominated, priority shall be given to consistent and exemplary contributions made to the field of investigation and the profession. The selection of the recipient shall be made solely by the Florida Board of Certified Investigators, Inc.
Deadline for Nomination:
Nominations for Florida Certified Investigator of the Year shall be submitted no later than July 1st of each year.
Presentation of Award:
The Florida Certified Investigator of the Year award shall be presented in conjunction with activities organized by the Florida Board of Certified Investigators, Inc. When presented, only one such award will be given, within a fiscal year, at the discretion of the Florida Board of Certified Investigators, Inc.
Submit Nomination To:
Florida Board of Certified Investigators, Inc.
