This is a distinguished honour given to a non-member, who in the opinion of the Executive Committee has consistently contributed distinguished and sustained services to the Association, the energy industry, or the cause of the geosciences and energy mineral sciences for a minimum of ten years. Such contributions may include but not limited to, sponsorship of NAPE and industry events, advocacy, organization or support for educational initiatives by NAPE, using his/her position or influence to benefit NAPE and the energy industry.