The William Zola Outstanding Contributor Award is a recognition of community members who have made significant contributions to users around the globe, particularly in providing support and creating user success. The award is named after William Zola, a Lead Technical Services engineer at MongoDB who passed away unexpectedly this summer, known for his exceptional customer skills training and philosophy that prioritizes the user's experience over technical problem-solving. The first winner of the award will be announced at MongoDB SF in December and will receive a complimentary trip to San Francisco, a $1,000 Amazon Gift Card, and an award plaque. Nominations are now open until November 10 through a designated form, where users can share names of individuals who have positively impacted their experience with MongoDB. The award is intended to recognize the impact of community members' work in line with William's values, which emphasize the importance of creating an ideal user experience while maintaining technical integrity.