Katie Cash Award

NASHIA annually recognizes the contributions of a NASHIA member whose tireless efforts directly and significantly contribute to the Association’s achievements and growth. An eligible nominee for the Katie Cash Award must be a state agency employee and hold a Full or State Agency membership in NASHIA.

The Katie Cash Award recipient displays all of the qualities of the award’s namesake, a Border Collie.
• Border Collies are extremely intelligent. They have been recognized by two prominent studies as the smartest breed of dog.
• Border Collies are a working breed; they are very active and thrive on “chores” and “tasks.”
• Border Collies have a natural instinct to herd and model good behavior.
• Border Collies persevere through difficulty. The breed gives new meaning to the terms “focus” and “intensity.”
• Border Collies crave mental stimulation and are natural problem-solvers.
• Border Collies are supreme competitors, excel in teamwork, and are extremely protective of their territories.

NASHIA’s Past Presidents present the Katie Cash Award at the Annual State of the States in Head Injury Meeting based on the nominee’s:
1) Effort and accomplishment(s);
2) Ability to see opportunities, communicate possibilities, and foster innovative thinking;
3) Ability to lead others, gain cooperation, and work through difficulties; and
4) Loyalty to NASHIA and its members.

Katie Cash Award Winners