Any professional association event, no matter the industry, length or frequency can compete in this category where we single out the most outstanding association meeting!

This category presents a global stage for organizers to showcase their conference, regardless of topic, location, size and target audience.

Any internal or external training sessions, workshops, seminars, masterclasses and educational courses are eligible for an award in this category.

One of the largest and most attended type of events globally, an event sector in its own right, this category includes medical, pharmaceutical and healthcare specialist events.

This category is dedicated to the scientific community and their professional gatherings, including congresses, conferences, conventions, symposia, forums, etc.

Technology has radically transformed most industries which is why tech events deserve their own category. Here you will find anything from small geeky gatherings to large high tech conferences.

This category distinguishes the best award competitions in any industry by highlighting the professionalism, creativity and promotional efforts of those event professionals who are dedicated to celebrating the successes of others.

This category includes industry-specific B2C expos, exhibits, demos and showcases of any size, intended to introduce consumers to relevant products or prototypes.

The Gala – queen of all parties is a special breed of celebratory events with unique entertainment, sophisticated themes and special guests.

A category created to showcase the art of showcasing! B2B trade shows and expos of all sizes and themes worldwide are welcome to take a shot in this category.

Events that have strong post-event engagement or built great customer relationships fall into this category. Can be a digital or live event as long as it has a memorable long-term impact.

This category is suitable for all educational, informational, advocacy, lobbying, or promotional events as part of a campaign.

In a world where true success in business is measured by a triple bottom line, this category offers an opportunity to showcase your Corporate Social Responsibility campaigns, fundraisers, sustainable initiatives, educational and training courses and any other event that contributes to the improvement of the social, environmental and economic development of local communities and society at large.

Events organized to create engaging experiences and emotional draw towards a product or service are welcome to WOW us in this category.

This category includes literally any type of experiential event as long as it takes place outdoors and features interactive elements.

A category dedicated to masterfully planned impromptu meetings, exquisite spontaneous celebrations, anticipated but unexpected happenings which ultimately impress audiences and draw new crowds.

Mass or niche events, created to introduce a new product or service and deliver branded entertainment, will feel right at home in this category!

This category is an opportunity to showcase your promotional projects, be it brand activation or CRM campaigns, loyalty programmes, partnerships, special offers, competitions, in-store activities, merchandising or tie-ins.

This category is all about drawing inspiration from art in all its forms, genres, media and styles: dance, music, literature, street art, exhibitions, installations, performances, etc.

Live concerts are powerful event experiences often embellished with creative stage design, innovative performance concepts, special effects and lighting. The more spectacular the better.

Parades, shows, art exhibitions, concerts, festivals, fairs, and events that promote culture or cultural sensitivity belong to this category.

Music, film, art, food or any other event that celebrates a specific theme can compete in this category.

This category features events that take place in front of a live audience, including TV and radio broadcasts, fashion shows, competitions, games, comedy, theater, circus, concerts etc. The jury will distinguish the most innovative, dynamic or spectacular live performance.

All competitions, tournaments, marathons, races, games, team sports and other sporting events are eligible for this award.

Any business event intended to reward, honor or educate the staff, shareholders or customers (e.g. seminars, incentives, roundtables, cycle meetings, corporate parties).

Any type of customer-centric event which is all about delivering relevant, personalized and customized experiences for existing and potential clients.

Internal events which have brought HR to the next level as part of an integrated employee engagement strategy. The competing events can be incentive trips, reward programmes, teambuilding, employee appreciation etc.

Charities and events which support special causes will be recognized in this awards category.

This category showcases the most meaningful and effective fundraising events around the world.

This category recognises the most sustainable events, awards green practices and innovative strategies to event planning that show environmental consciousness.