Saturday, November 21, 2009 
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Carolynn Larson-Garcia is the President of Aegis Electronic Group, Inc., headquartered in Gilbert, Arizona. Carolynn has 16 years experience at Aegis and over 20 years experience in the electronics and industrial imaging distribution markets. Carolynn has an MBA from National University with a focus in Marketing (2003).
Since joining Aegis in 1992 as its third employee, Carolynn has played an integral role in the development of Aegis as a premier distributor of electronics and imaging equipment. Applying knowledge from both a semiconductor manufacturing background (Mosaic Semiconductor) and electronics distribution (Arrow Electronics), Carolynn has been able to incorporate the best of organizational development coupled with a vision of long-term growth and sustainability.
Aegis currently has over 20 employees and is projected with current run-rates to grow 9% from last year (2007 to 2008). Aegis recently received awards from both Sony Electronics, Inc. VIP for Top Achiever in Distribution Sales for 2005, 2006 and 2007 and Toshiba America Imaging Systems Division’s Top Distributor award for 2007. Aegis is frequently recognized as an industry leader with a strong commitment to excellence on every level.
Dana L. Gibson was appointed President of National University in July 2007. Previously, she was Vice President for Business and Finance at Southern Methodist University, and Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance at the University of Colorado at Denver. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Arlington.
Companies and organizations of all sizes are eligible to apply, including for-profits, notfor- profits, publics, and privates. Peak Performing Organizations will be evaluated in five areas (please see the attached application):
The fact that individuals can experience momentary periods of superior performance on demand suggests that each of us has the potential to perform beyond normal expectations. Commonly referred to as peak performance, this ability to function at a heightened level at will for extended periods of time has long fascinated sports psychologists, scientists and academicians.
A more recent application of this concept has been logically extended to entire organizations that are capable of achieving peak performance. These peak performing organizations have the ability to sustain long-term performance that maximizes the potential of the individuals in the company as well as the overall organization.
The characteristics of peak performing organizations are not currently captured by established recognition awards. While it is true that peak performing organizations are by definition grounded in ethics and integrity, to be a truly great place to work, sustained excellence involves having the ability to perform these functions at a superior level for extended periods of time.
Several models have been developed that explain the factors associated with peak performing organizations. Now, for the first time, these factors have been incorporated into the criteria for the National University Peak Performance Award.