Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

A1-001 Innovator of the Year | 1 – 10 Employees
A1-002 Innovator of the Year | 11 – 2,499 Employees
A1-003 Innovator of the Year | 2,500 and more Employees
A1-004 Lifetime Achievement Award | 1 – 10 Employees
A1-005 Lifetime Achievement Award | 11 – 2,499 Employees
A1-006 Lifetime Achievement Award | 2,500 and more Employees
A1-007 Maverick of the Year | 1 – 10 Employees
A1-008 Maverick of the Year | 11 – 2,499 Employees
A1-009 Maverick of the Year | 2,500 and more Employees
A1-010 Woman of the Year in Business & the Professions | 1 – 10 Employees
A1-011 Woman of the Year in Business & the Professions | 11 – 2,499 Employees 
A1-012 Woman of the Year in Business & the Professions | 2,500 and more Employees

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

A2-001 Entrepreneur of the Year | Advertising, Marketing, & Public Relations
A2-002 Entrepreneur of the Year | Aerospace & Defense
A2-003 Entrepreneur of the Year | Apparel, Beauty, Fashion, & Accessories
A2-004 Entrepreneur of the Year | Artificial Intelligence
A2-005 Entrepreneur of the Year | Automotive, Transportation, Storage, and Logistics
A2-006 Entrepreneur of the Year | Banking
A2-007 Entrepreneur of the Year | Business Products
A2-008 Entrepreneur of the Year | Business Services
A2-009 Entrepreneur of the Year | Business, Professional Services, & Consulting
A2-010 Entrepreneur of the Year | Chemicals
A2-011 Entrepreneur of the Year | Cloud Computing/SaaS/Internet
A2-012 Entrepreneur of the Year | Conglomerates
A2-013 Entrepreneur of the Year | Consumer Products – Durables
A2-014 Entrepreneur of the Year | Consumer Products – Non-Durables
A2-015 Entrepreneur of the Year | Consumer Services
A2-016 Entrepreneur of the Year | Diversified Services
A2-017 Entrepreneur of the Year | Education and Training
A2-018 Entrepreneur of the Year | Electronics
A2-019 Entrepreneur of the Year | Energy & Utilities
A2-020 Entrepreneur of the Year | Engineering and Technology
A2-021 Entrepreneur of the Year | Environmental Products and Services
A2-022 Entrepreneur of the Year | Financial
A2-023 Entrepreneur of the Year | Food & Beverage
A2-024 Entrepreneur of the Year | Healthcare Products & Services
A2-025 Entrepreneur of the Year | Hospitality, Travel, Recreation, and Leisure
A2-026 Entrepreneur of the Year | Industrial Goods
A2-027 Entrepreneur of the Year | Information Technology Cloud/SaaS
A2-028 Entrepreneur of the Year | Information Technology Hardware
A2-029 Entrepreneur of the Year | Information Technology Services
A2-030 Entrepreneur of the Year | Information Technology Software
A2-031 Entrepreneur of the Year | Information Technology Unified
A2-032 Entrepreneur of the Year | Insurance
A2-033 Entrepreneur of the Year | Internet and New Media
A2-034 Entrepreneur of the Year | Legal
A2-035 Entrepreneur of the Year | Manufacturing
A2-036 Entrepreneur of the Year | Media & Entertainment
A2-037 Entrepreneur of the Year | Metals, Mining, and Material
A2-038 Entrepreneur of the Year | Non-Profit or Government Organizations
A2-039 Entrepreneur of the Year | Pharmaceuticals and Biotech 
A2-040 Entrepreneur of the Year | Real Estate and Construction
A2-041 Entrepreneur of the Year | Retail
A2-042 Entrepreneur of the Year | Security Cloud/SaaS
A2-043 Entrepreneur of the Year | Security Hardware
A2-044 Entrepreneur of the Year | Security Services
A2-045 Entrepreneur of the Year | Security Software
A2-046 Entrepreneur of the Year | Security Unified
A2-047 Entrepreneur of the Year | Telecommunications
A2-048 Entrepreneur of the Year | Wholesale & Distribution
A2-049 Entrepreneur of the Year | Others

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

A3-001 Top Achiever of the Year in Africa
A3-002 Top Achiever of the Year in Asia-Pacific
A3-003 Top Achiever of the Year in Canada
A3-004 Top Achiever of the Year in China
A3-005 Top Achiever of the Year in Europe
A3-006 Top Achiever of the Year in Germany
A3-007 Top Achiever of the Year in India
A3-008 Top Achiever of the Year in Middle-East  
A3-009 Top Achiever of the Year in South America
A3-010 Top Achiever of the Year in United States of America
A3-011 Top Achiever of the Year in USA, Canada, and Mexico
A3-012 Executive Achievement of the Year | Advertising, Marketing, & Public Relations
A3-013 Executive Achievement of the Year | Aerospace & Defense
A3-014 Executive Achievement of the Year | Apparel, Beauty, Fashion, & Accessories
A3-015 Executive Achievement of the Year | Artificial Intelligence
A3-016 Executive Achievement of the Year | Automotive, Transportation, Storage, and Logistics
A3-017 Executive Achievement of the Year | Banking
A3-018 Executive Achievement of the Year | Business Products
A3-019 Executive Achievement of the Year | Business Services
A3-020 Executive Achievement of the Year | Business, Professional Services, & Consulting
A3-021 Executive Achievement of the Year | Chemicals
A3-022 Executive Achievement of the Year | Cloud Computing/SaaS/Internet
A3-023 Executive Achievement of the Year | Conglomerates
A3-024 Executive Achievement of the Year | Consumer Products – Durables
A3-025 Executive Achievement of the Year | Consumer Products – Non-Durables
A3-026 Executive Achievement of the Year | Consumer Services
A3-027 Executive Achievement of the Year | Diversified Services
A3-028 Executive Achievement of the Year | Education and Training
A3-029 Executive Achievement of the Year | Electronics
A3-030 Executive Achievement of the Year | Energy & Utilities
A3-031 Executive Achievement of the Year | Engineering and Technology
A3-032 Executive Achievement of the Year | Environmental Products and Services
A3-033 Executive Achievement of the Year | Export & Import
A3-034 Executive Achievement of the Year | Fashion, Beauty, Apparel & Accessories
A3-035 Executive Achievement of the Year | Financial
A3-036 Executive Achievement of the Year | Food & Beverage
A3-037 Executive Achievement of the Year | Healthcare Products & Services
A3-038 Executive Achievement of the Year | Hospitality, Travel, Recreation, and Leisure
A3-039 Executive Achievement of the Year | Industrial Goods
A3-040 Executive Achievement of the Year | Information Technology Cloud/SaaS
A3-041 Executive Achievement of the Year | Information Technology Hardware
A3-042 Executive Achievement of the Year | Information Technology Services
A3-043 Executive Achievement of the Year | Information Technology Software
A3-044 Executive Achievement of the Year | Information Technology Unified
A3-045 Executive Achievement of the Year | Insurance
A3-046 Executive Achievement of the Year | Internet and New Media
A3-047 Executive Achievement of the Year | Legal
A3-048 Executive Achievement of the Year | Manufacturing
A3-049 Executive Achievement of the Year | Media & Entertainment
A3-050 Executive Achievement of the Year | Metals, Mining, and Material
A3-051 Executive Achievement of the Year | Non-Profit or Government Organizations
A3-052 Executive Achievement of the Year | Pharmaceuticals and Biotech 
A3-053 Executive Achievement of the Year | Real Estate and Construction
A3-054 Executive Achievement of the Year | Retail
A3-055 Executive Achievement of the Year | Security Cloud/SaaS
A3-056 Executive Achievement of the Year | Security Hardware
A3-057 Executive Achievement of the Year | Security Services
A3-058 Executive Achievement of the Year | Security Software
A3-059 Executive Achievement of the Year | Security Unified
A3-060 Executive Achievement of the Year | Telecommunications
A3-061 Executive Achievement of the Year | Wholesale & Distribution
A3-062 Executive Achievement of the Year | Others 
A3-063 Lifetime Achievement Award | Business Products 
A3-064 Lifetime Achievement Award | Business Services 
A3-065 Lifetime Achievement Award | Consumer Products 
A3-066 Lifetime Achievement Award | Consumer Services 
A3-067 Lifetime Achievement Award | Others
A3-068 Maverick of the Year | Business Products 
A3-069 Maverick of the Year | Business Services 
A3-070 Maverick of the Year | Consumer Products 
A3-071 Maverick of the Year | Consumer Services
A3-072 Maverick of the Year | Others
A3-073 Tech Innovator of the Year of the Year | Cloud/SaaS
A3-074 Tech Innovator of the Year of the Year | Hardware
A3-075 Tech Innovator of the Year of the Year | Services
A3-076 Tech Innovator of the Year of the Year | Software
A3-077 Tech Innovator of the Year of the Year | Unified 
A3-078 Tech Innovator of the Year of the Year | Others
A3-079 Women of the Year | Business Products 
A3-080 Women of the Year | Business Services 
A3-081 Women of the Year | Consumer Products 
A3-082 Women of the Year | Consumer Services

Eligibility: A non-executive is someone who is below the job level of a director. Someone who has a non-executive position in a company or organization. Gives advice but is not responsible for making decisions or ensuring that decisions are carried out. 

A director job level and above is not eligible. But anyone below the job level of a director is eligible.

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

A4-001 Communications Professional of the Year (non-executive)
A4-002 Customer Service & Support Staffer of the Year (non-executive)
A4-003 International Business Professional of the Year (non-executive)
A4-004 Marketing Professional of the Year (non-executive)
A4-005 Product Developer of the Year (non-executive)
A4-006 Technical CyberSecurity Professional of the Year (non-executive)
A4-007 Technical IT Professional of the Year (non-executive)

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as Product/Service/Solution that is being nominated)
• Product/Service/Solution
• Version # (optional)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

B1-001 Access Compliance and Risk Management Innovation
B1-002 Access Innovation
B1-003 Anti-Spam Service Innovation
B1-004 API (Application Programming Interface) Management and Solutions
B1-005 Application Delivery Innovation
B1-006 Application Development Innovation
B1-007 Application Performance Management Innovation
B1-008 Archive Product or Service Innovation
B1-009 Asset Management Innovation
B1-010 Auditing Innovation
B1-011 Authentication (Single, Two or Multi Factor) Innovation
B1-012 Back-up and Recovery Innovation
B1-013 Business Intelligence Innovation
B1-014 Business Process Management Innovation
B1-015 Business Transaction Management Innovation
B1-016 Cloud Authentication Innovation
B1-017 Cloud Computing/SaaS Innovation
B1-018 Cloud Security Innovation
B1-019 Collaboration and Web tools Innovation
B1-020 Convergence Innovation
B1-021 Data Center Innovation
B1-022 Data Protection Innovation
B1-023 Database Security Innovation
B1-024 Deception Based Security
B1-025 Email Security Innovation
B1-026 Embedded Security
B1-027 Encryption Key Management Innovation
B1-028 Encryption Solution Innovation
B1-029 End-User Monitoring Innovation
B1-030 Endpoint Security Solution Innovation
B1-031 Enterprise (Global Business and Offices) Innovation
B1-032 Enterprise (Large) Innovation
B1-033 Enterprise (Medium) Innovation
B1-035 Enterprise (Small and SOHO) Innovation
B1-035 Enterprise Data Protection Innovation
B1-036 Enterprise Management Innovation
B1-037 FERC/NERC CIP Compliance Innovation
B1-038 Forensics Innovation
B1-039 Gateways Innovation
B1-040 Governance, Risk and Compliance Innovation
B1-041 Government Compliance Innovation
B1-042 Green IT Innovation
B1-043 Identity Management Innovation
B1-044 Information Leak Prevention Innovation
B1-045 Information Security and Risk Management Innovation
B1-046 Information Technology (Hardware) Innovation
B1-047 Information Technology (Services) Innovation
B1-048 Information Technology (Software) Innovation
B1-049 Integrated Security (Hardware) Innovation
B1-050 Integrated Security (Services) Innovation
B1-051 Integrated Security (Software) Innovation
B1-052 Internet of Things (IoT) Innovation
B1-053 Managed File Transfer Innovation
B1-054 Managed Security Service Innovation
B1-055 Management and Security Innovation
B1-056 Mobile Innovative Products or Services Innovation
B1-057 Mobile Security Solution Innovation
B1-058 Mobile/Wireless Solutions Innovation
B1-059 Monitoring and Testing Innovation
B1-060 NetFlow Innovation
B1-061 Network Firewalls Innovation
B1-062 Network Flow Processor Innovation
B1-063 Network Management and Intelligence Innovation
B1-064 Network Security Management Innovation
B1-065 Network Security Solution Innovation
B1-066 Network Video Storage Innovation
B1-067 Network Visibility Innovation
B1-068 Optimization Solution Innovation
B1-069 PCI DSS Compliance Innovation
B1-070 Performance Optimization Innovation
B1-071 Power Back-up Innovation
B1-072 Power Management Innovation
B1-073 Privileged Access Management Innovation
B1-074 Remote Access Solution Innovation
B1-075 Risk Management Solution Innovation
B1-076 Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Innovation
B1-077 Security Audit Innovation
B1-078 Security Hardware Innovation
B1-079 Security Service Innovation
B1-080 Security Software Innovation
B1-081 Security Solution for Consumers Innovation
B1-082 Security Solution for Enterprise (Large) Innovation
B1-083 Security Solution for Enterprise (Medium) Innovation
B1-084 Security Solution for Enterprise (Small and SOHO) Innovation
B1-085 Security Solution for Government Innovation
B1-086 Security Solution for Service Providers Innovation
B1-087 Social Media, Networking or Collaboration Innovation
B1-088 SSL Accelerators Innovation
B1-089 Storage Hardware Innovation
B1-090 Storage Service Innovation
B1-091 Storage Software Innovation
B1-092 Tablets/Portable Computers Innovation
B1-093 Test, Measurement and Monitoring Innovation
B1-094 Training and Education Innovation
B1-095 Unified Communications (Hardware) Innovation
B1-096 Unified Communications (Service) Innovation
B1-097 Unified Communications (Software) Innovation
B1-098 URL, Web, and Internet Filtering Innovation
B1-099 User Behavior Analytics (UBA) Innovation
B1-100 Video Innovation
B1-101 Virtual Network Security Innovation
B1-102 Virtual Office Technology Innovation
B1-103 Virtualization Innovation
B1-104 Voice and VoIP Innovation
B1-105 VPN/IPSec/SSL Innovation
B1-106 Vulnerability Assessment and Remediation Innovation
B1-107 Web Application Firewall Innovation
B1-108 Web Application Security Innovation
B1-109 Wireless Broadband Mobility Solution Innovation
B1-110 Wireless Security Solution Innovation
B1-111 Other

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as Product/Service/Solution that is being nominated)
• Product/Service/Solution
• Version # (optional)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

B2-001 Advertising and Campaign Management
B2-002 Aggregation Platform
B2-003 AI-Driven Marketing Solution
B2-004 Business Directory
B2-005 Business Information Solution
B2-006 Content Analytics Solution
B2-007 Content Authoring Development or Curation Solution
B2-008 Content Marketing Solution
B2-009 Content Rights and Delivery Solution
B2-010 Crowd Sourced Information Solution
B2-011 eCommerce & Billing Platform
B2-012 Financial & Market Data Information Solution
B2-013 General Reference Service
B2-014 Health & Medical Information Solution
B2-015 Information Service Delivered as Mobile App or Platform
B2-016 Legal Information Solution
B2-017 Media & Information Monitoring Solution
B2-018 Multichannel Publishing Technology
B2-019 Sales & Marketing Intelligence Solution
B2-020 Scholarly Publishing Information Solution
B2-021 Science and Technology Information Solution
B2-022 Search Technology Solution
B2-023 Semantic Technology Platform, Tools and Applications
B2-024 Service Using Aggregated Content
B2-025 Solution for Integrating Content into the Workflow
B2-026 Subscription Management Solution
B2-027 Video Platform for Media & Publishers
B2-028 Other

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as Product/Service/Solution that is being nominated)
• Product/Service/Solution
• Version # (optional)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

B3-001 Arts & Creativity Solution 
B3-002 Career and Workforce Readiness Solution 
B3-003 Classroom Management 
B3-004 Collaborative Social Media Solution for Educators 
B3-005 Cross-Curricular Solution 
B3-006 Education Cloud-based Solution 
B3-007 ELL/World Language Acquisition Instructional Solution 
B3-008 Game-based Curriculum Solution 
B3-009 Instructional Solution in Other Curriculum Areas 
B3-010 K-12 Course or Learning Management Solution 
B3-011 K-12 Enterprise Solution 
B3-012 K-12 Personalized Learning Solution 
B3-013 Learning Capacity-Building Solution 
B3-014 Learning Relationship Management Solution 
B3-015 Mathematics Instructional Solution 
B3-016 Postsecondary Enterprise Solution 
B3-017 Postsecondary Learning Management Solution 
B3-018 Postsecondary Learning Solution 
B3-019 Postsecondary Personalized Learning Solution 
B3-020 PreK / Early Childhood Learning Solution 
B3-021 Professional Learning Solution for Education 
B3-022 Reading/English/Language Arts Instructional Solution 
B3-023 Science Instructional Solution 
B3-024 Social Sciences or Social Studies Instructional Solution 
B3-025 Solution for Special Needs Students 
B3-026 Source for Reference or Education Resources 
B3-027 Student Assessment Solution 
B3-028 Virtual Learning Solution 
B3-029 Other

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as Product/Service/Solution that is being nominated)
• Product/Service/Solution
• Version # (optional)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

B4-001 Battery 
B4-002 Biofuel
B4-003 Biomass Energy
B4-004 Clean Energy
B4-005 Electrical Distribution
B4-006 Energy Efficiency
B4-007 Energy Management
B4-008 Energy Storage
B4-009 Fuel Cell
B4-010 Power Grid
B4-011 Renewable Energy
B4-012 Solar
B4-013 Wind Energy
B4-014 Other

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as Product/Service/Solution that is being nominated)
• Product/Service/Solution
• Version # (optional)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

B5-001 Health & Medical Information Solution
B5-002 Health & Medical Training and Instructional Solution
B5-003 Health & Pharmaceuticals – Product
B5-004 Health & Pharmaceuticals – Service
B5-005 HealthCare Technology Solution
B5-006 Medical Care Solution
B5-007 Medical Equipment
B5-008 Medical Information Security Solution
B5-009 Medical Information Technology Solution
B5-010 Medical Regulatory and Compliance Solution
B5-011 Medical Staffing Solution
B5-012 Patient Billing Solution
B5-013 Other

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as Product/Service/Solution that is being nominated)
• Product/Service/Solution
• Version # (optional)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

B6-001 Artificial intelligence
B6-002 Business-to-Business Products
B6-003 Business-to-Business Services      
B6-004 Consumer Electronics
B6-005 Consumer Products
B6-006 Consumer Services
B6-007 Energy/CleanTech
B6-008 Financial Services 
B6-009 Health & Pharmaceutical | Product
B6-010 Health & Pharmaceutical | Service
B6-011 Industrial Products & Services 
B6-012 Information Technology Cloud/SaaS
B6-013 Information Technology Hardware
B6-014 Information Technology Services
B6-015 Information Technology Software
B6-016 Information Technology Unified
B6-017 Media & Entertainment | Product
B6-018 Media & Entertainment | Service
B6-019 Robotics
B6-020 Security Cloud/SaaS
B6-021 Security Hardware
B6-022 Security Services
B6-023 Security Software
B6-024 Security Unified
B6-025 Technology | Autonomous
B6-026 Technology | Mobility
B6-027 Technology | Smart 
B6-028 Technology | Wireless
B6-029 Telecommunications – All
B6-030 Telecommunications | Product
B6-031 Telecommunications | Service
B6-032 Transportation
B6-033 Other

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as Product/Service/Solution that is being nominated)
• Product/Service/Solution
• Version # (optional)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

B7-001 Business Products
B7-002 Business Services
B7-003 Consumer Products
B7-004 Consumer Services
B7-005 Security Hardware
B7-006 Security Services
B7-007 Security Software
B7-008 Technology Hardware
B7-009 Technology Services
B7-010 Technology Software
B7-011 Other Products
B7-012 Other Services

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

B8-001 Product Development Executive of the Year 
B8-002 Product Development Leadership of the Year 
B8-003 Product Development Professional of the Year 
B8-004 Product Engineer of the Year

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

B9-001 Product Development Campaign of the Year 
B9-002 Product Development Outstanding Performance of the Year
B9-003 Product Development Project or Initiative of the Year
B9-004 Product Development Team-Department of the Year

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

C1-001 Most Innovative Company of the Year | 1 – 10 Employees 
C1-002 Most Innovative Company of the Year | 11 – 2,499 Employees 
C1-003 Most Innovative Company of the Year | 2,500 and more Employees
C1-004 Most Innovative Tech Company of the Year | 1 – 10 Employees
C1-005 Most Innovative Tech Company of the Year | 11 – 2,499 Employees
C1-006 Most Innovative Tech Company of the Year | 2,500 and more Employees
C1-007 Most Innovative Company of the Year | Artificial Intelligence
C1-008 Most Innovative Company of the Year | Business Products
C1-009 Most Innovative Company of the Year | Business Services
C1-010 Most Innovative Company of the Year | Consumer Products
C1-011 Most Innovative Company of the Year | Consumer Services
C1-012 Most Innovative Company of the Year | IT Cloud/SaaS 
C1-013 Most Innovative Company of the Year | IT Hardware 
C1-014 Most Innovative Company of the Year | IT Hybrid 
C1-015 Most Innovative Company of the Year | IT Services 
C1-016 Most Innovative Company of the Year | IT Software 
C1-017 Most Innovative Company of the Year | Security Cloud/SaaS 
C1-018 Most Innovative Company of the Year | Security Hardware 
C1-019 Most Innovative Company of the Year | Security Hybrid 
C1-020 Most Innovative Company of the Year | Security Services 
C1-021 Most Innovative Company of the Year | Security Software 
C1-022 Most Innovative Company of the Year | Telecommunications
C1-023 Most Innovative Company of the Year | Others

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

C2-001 Achievement in Community Involvement
C2-002 Achievement in Customer Growth 
C2-003 Achievement in Customer Satisfaction 
C2-004 Achievement in Finance 
C2-005 Achievement in Human Resources 
C2-006 Achievement in International Expansion
C2-007 Achievement in Jobs Growth 
C2-008 Achievement in Organization Recovery
C2-009 Achievement in Partners and Distribution Growth
C2-010 Achievement in Products and Services Growth 
C2-011 Achievement in Products and Services Innovation
C2-012 Achievement in Profits Growth
C2-013 Achievement in Revenue per Employee Growth
C2-014 Achievement in Sales Revenue Growth 
C2-015 Achievement in Science or Technology
C2-016 Achievement in Others
C2-017 Company of the Year | Advertising, Marketing, & Public Relations
C2-018 Company of the Year | Aerospace & Defense 
C2-019 Company of the Year | Apparel, Beauty, Fashion, & Accessories
C2-020 Company of the Year | Artificial Intelligence 
C2-021 Company of the Year | Automotive, Transportation, Storage, and Logistics
C2-022 Company of the Year | Banking
C2-023 Company of the Year | Business Products
C2-024 Company of the Year | Business Services
C2-025 Company of the Year | Business, Professional Services, & Consulting
C2-026 Company of the Year | Chemicals
C2-027 Company of the Year | Cloud Computing/SaaS/Internet
C2-028 Company of the Year | Conglomerates
C2-029 Company of the Year | Consumer Products – Durables
C2-030 Company of the Year | Consumer Products – Non-Durables
C2-031 Company of the Year | Consumer Services
C2-032 Company of the Year | Diversified Services
C2-033 Company of the Year | Education and Training
C2-034 Company of the Year | Electronics
C2-035 Company of the Year | Energy & Utilities
C2-036 Company of the Year | Engineering and Technology
C2-037 Company of the Year | Environmental Products and Services
C2-038 Company of the Year | Export & Import
C2-039 Company of the Year | Fashion, Beauty, Apparel & Accessories
C2-040 Company of the Year | Financial
C2-041 Company of the Year | Food & Beverage
C2-042 Company of the Year | Healthcare Products & Services
C2-043 Company of the Year | Hospitality, Travel, Recreation, and Leisure
C2-044 Company of the Year | Industrial Goods
C2-045 Company of the Year | Information Technology Cloud/SaaS
C2-046 Company of the Year | Information Technology Hardware
C2-047 Company of the Year | Information Technology Services
C2-048 Company of the Year | Information Technology Software
C2-049 Company of the Year | Information Technology Unified
C2-050 Company of the Year | Insurance
C2-051 Company of the Year | Internet and New Media
C2-052 Company of the Year | Legal
C2-053 Company of the Year | Manufacturing
C2-054 Company of the Year | Media & Entertainment
C2-055 Company of the Year | Metals, Mining, and Material 
C2-056 Company of the Year | Non-Profit or Government Organizations
C2-057 Company of the Year | Pharmaceuticals and Biotech 
C2-058 Company of the Year | Real Estate and Construction
C2-059 Company of the Year | Retail
C2-060 Company of the Year | Security Cloud/SaaS
C2-061 Company of the Year | Security Hardware
C2-062 Company of the Year | Security Services
C2-063 Company of the Year | Security Software
C2-064 Company of the Year | Security Unified
C2-065 Company of the Year | Telecommunications
C2-066 Company of the Year | Wholesale & Distribution
C2-067 Company of the Year | Others 
C2-068 Best Workplace of the Year | Asia-Pacific
C2-069 Best Workplace of the Year | Europe, Middle East and Africa  
C2-070 Best Workplace of the Year | Mexico, the Caribbean & Central and South America
C2-071 Best Workplace of the Year | USA and Canada
C2-072 Corporate Social Responsibility Program of the Year | Asia-Pacific
C2-073 Corporate Social Responsibility Program of the Year | Europe, Middle East and Africa 
C2-074 Corporate Social Responsibility Program of the Year | Mexico, the Caribbean & Central and South America
C2-075 Corporate Social Responsibility Program of the Year | USA and Canada
C2-076 Energy Conservation Program of the Year | Asia-Pacific
C2-077 Energy Conservation Program of the Year | Europe, Middle East and Africa 
C2-078 Energy Conservation Program of the Year | Mexico, the Caribbean & Central and South America
C2-079 Energy Conservation Program of the Year | USA and Canada
C2-080 Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Program of the Year | Asia-Pacific
C2-081 Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Program of the Year | Europe, Middle East and Africa 
C2-082 Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Program of the Year | Mexico, the Caribbean & Central and South America
C2-083 Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Program of the Year | USA and Canada
C2-084 Business of the Year | Minority Owned 
C2-085 Business of the Year | Student Run 
C2-086 Business of the Year | Veteran Owned 
C2-087 Business of the Year | Women Owned

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

C3-001 Startup of the Year | Artificial Intelligence
C3-002 Startup of the Year | Business Products
C3-003 Startup of the Year | Business Services
C3-004 Startup of the Year | Consumer Products
C3-005 Startup of the Year | Consumer Services
C3-006 Startup of the Year | IT Cloud/SaaS 
C3-007 Startup of the Year | IT Hardware 
C3-008 Startup of the Year | IT Hybrid 
C3-009 Startup of the Year | IT Services 
C3-010 Startup of the Year | IT Software 
C3-011 Startup of the Year | Security Cloud/SaaS 
C3-012 Startup of the Year | Security Hardware 
C3-013 Startup of the Year | Security Hybrid 
C3-014 Startup of the Year | Security Services 
C3-015 Startup of the Year | Security Software 
C3-016 Startup of the Year | Telecommunications  
C3-017 Startup of the Year | Others

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

D1-001 Communications or PR Executive of the Year
D1-002 Communications or PR Professional of the Year
D1-003 Most Creative Person in Communications or PR
D1-004 Most Innovative Person in Communications or PR

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

D2-001 Agency of the Year (PR, Digital, and all others)
D2-002 Communications or PR Outstanding Achievement of the Year
D2-003 Communications or PR Project or Initiative of the Year
D2-004 Communications or PR Team-Department of the Year
D2-005 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Arts, Culture, & Entertainment
D2-006 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Brand / Reputation Management
D2-007 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Budget Large (US$ Million or more)
D2-008 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Budget Medium (US$200,000 or less)
D2-009 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Budget Small (US$20,000 or less)
D2-010 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Communications Research
D2-011 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Community Engagement
D2-012 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Community Relations
D2-013 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Consumer PR for an Existing Product or Service
D2-014 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Corporate Branding
D2-015 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Corporate Communications
D2-016 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Corporate Responsibility
D2-017 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Crisis Communications Online
D2-018 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Crisis Management
D2-019 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Cyber Security
D2-020 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Digital Media Relations
D2-021 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Environmental
D2-022 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Events & Observances
D2-023 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Financial Services & Investor Relations
D2-024 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Food & Beverage
D2-025 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Gaming & Virtual Reality
D2-026 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Global Issues
D2-027 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Healthcare
D2-028 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Influencer Management
D2-029 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Information Technology
D2-030 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Integration of Traditional and New Media
D2-031 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Internal Communications 
D2-032 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Issues Management
D2-033 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Marketing – Business to Business
D2-034 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Marketing – Consumer Products & Services
D2-035 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Media Relations
D2-036 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Multicultural
D2-037 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | New Product or Service Launch
D2-038 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Non-Profit or Charity
D2-039 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Public Affairs
D2-040 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Public Service
D2-041 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Social Media Focused
D2-042 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Sponsorship
D2-043 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Sport
D2-044 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Technology
D2-045 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Travel & Tourism
D2-046 Communications or PR Campaign of the Year | Others

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

E1-001 Best of the Year | Content
E1-002 Best of the Year | Creativity
E1-003 Best of the Year | Design
E1-004 Best of the Year | Ease of Use
E1-005 Best of the Year | Impact
E1-006 Best of the Year | Interactivity
E1-007 Best of the Year | Use of Social Media
E1-008 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Art, Culture, and Events 
E1-009 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Business and Government
E1-010 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Education, Training, & Reference
E1-011 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Entertainment 
E1-012 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Experimental & Innovation
E1-013 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Family & Kids
E1-014 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle
E1-015 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Financial Services / Banking
E1-016 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Food & Drink
E1-017 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Health, Fitness, & Recreation
E1-018 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Machine Learning and Bots 
E1-019 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Marketing
E1-020 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | News & Magazines
E1-021 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Politics & Policy
E1-022 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Productivity 
E1-023 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Professional Education 
E1-024 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Professional Services
E1-025 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Public Service & Activism 
E1-026 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Real Estate
E1-027 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Services
E1-028 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Shared Economy (Peer-to-Peer – P2P)
E1-029 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Shopping
E1-030 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Social Justice
E1-031 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Sports
E1-032 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Technology
E1-033 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Travel 
E1-034 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Utilities & Services
E1-035 Best of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Other

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

E2-001 Live Event of the Year | Art, Entertainment, and Public
E2-002 Live Event of the Year | Association Meeting
E2-003 Live Event of the Year | Brand and Experience
E2-004 Live Event of the Year | Business to Business
E2-005 Live Event of the Year | Business to Consumer
E2-006 Live Event of the Year | Cause Marketing
E2-007 Live Event of the Year | Celebration Event
E2-008 Live Event of the Year | Community Engagement Event
E2-009 Live Event of the Year | Community Event
E2-010 Live Event of the Year | Conference and Meetings
E2-011 Live Event of the Year | Consumer Show
E2-012 Live Event of the Year | Corporate Event
E2-013 Live Event of the Year | Corporate Social Responsibility Event
E2-014 Live Event of the Year | Cultural and Festival Event
E2-015 Live Event of the Year | Customer Engagement Event
E2-016 Live Event of the Year | Educational and Training
E2-017 Live Event of the Year | Employee Engagement Event
E2-018 Live Event of the Year | Expo, Exhibition or Tradeshow
E2-019 Live Event of the Year | Fundraising Event
E2-020 Live Event of the Year | Green and Eco-Friendly
E2-021 Live Event of the Year | Healthcare Event
E2-022 Live Event of the Year | In-Store Experience
E2-023 Live Event of the Year | Jobs and Hiring Event
E2-024 Live Event of the Year | Medical Congress
E2-025 Live Event of the Year | Municipal
E2-026 Live Event of the Year | Music or Artist
E2-027 Live Event of the Year | Non-Profit
E2-028 Live Event of the Year | Outdoor Event
E2-029 Live Event of the Year | Partner or Channel Engagement Event
E2-030 Live Event of the Year | Political
E2-031 Live Event of the Year | Product or Service Launch Event
E2-032 Live Event of the Year | Promotional or Branding
E2-033 Live Event of the Year | Roadshow
E2-034 Live Event of the Year | Scientific Congress
E2-035 Live Event of the Year | Small-Budget Event ($10,000 or less)
E2-036 Live Event of the Year | Sponsorship Experience
E2-037 Live Event of the Year | Sporting
E2-038 Live Event of the Year | Team Building Event
E2-039 Live Event of the Year | Technology Event
E2-040 Live Event of the Year | Other

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

E3-001 Best Annual Report – Associations
E3-002 Best Annual Report – Corporate or Business
E3-003 Best Annual Report – Educational Institution
E3-004 Best Annual Report – Government
E3-005 Best Annual Report – Medical
E3-006 Best Annual Report – Non-Profit
E3-007 Best Annual Report – Other
E3-008 Best Brochure – Business-to-Business
E3-009 Best Brochure – Business-to-Consumer
E3-010 Best Brochure – Corporate or Business
E3-011 Best Brochure – Educational and Training
E3-012 Best Brochure – Government
E3-013 Best Brochure – Medical and Health Care
E3-014 Best Brochure – Non-Profit
E3-015 Best Brochure – Other
E3-016 Best Kit – Associations
E3-017 Best Kit – Corporate or Business
E3-018 Best Kit – Educational Institution
E3-019 Best Kit – Government
E3-020 Best Kit – Medical
E3-021 Best Kit – Non-Profit
E3-022 Best Kit – Other
E3-023 Best Collateral – Book
E3-024 Best Collateral – Calendar
E3-025 Best Collateral – Catalog
E3-026 Best Collateral – Direct Mailer
E3-027 Best Collateral – Flyer
E3-028 Best Collateral – Greeting or Holiday Card
E3-029 Best Collateral – Invitation
E3-030 Best Collateral – Media Kit
E3-031 Best Collateral – Packaging
E3-032 Best Collateral – Poster
E3-033 Best Collateral – Self Promotion
E3-034 Best Collateral – Special Event
E3-035 Best Collateral – Other
E3-036 Best White Paper or Research Report – Analysis and Directions
E3-037 Best White Paper or Research Report – Deployment
E3-038 Best White Paper or Research Report – Success Story
E3-039 Best White Paper or Research Report – Other

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

E4-001 Best App of the Year
E4-002 Best Content Reach of the Year
E4-003 Best Image or Infographic of the Year
E4-004 Best Integrated Social Campaign of the Year
E4-005 Best use of Multi-Language
E4-006 Best use of Social for increasing Email/Newsetter Subscribers
E4-007 Best use of Social for SEO Growth
E4-008 Best use of Social to Connect Communities
E4-009 Best use of Social to increase Awareness
E4-010 Best use of Technology
E4-011 Best use of TikTok
E4-012 Facebook | Best Campaign to Increase Followers
E4-013 Facebook | Best Community Engagement
E4-014 Facebook | Best Contest, Quiz, or Game
E4-015 Facebook | Best Live Campaign
E4-016 Facebook | Best Marketing Campaign
E4-017 Facebook | Best PR or Communication Campaign
E4-018 Facebook | Best Profile Page
E4-019 Facebook | Best Promoted Post
E4-020 Facebook | Best Social Good Campaign
E4-021 Facebook | Best Use of Stories
E4-022 Facebook | Best use of Video
E4-023 Instagram | Best Campaign to Increase Followers
E4-024 Instagram | Best Contest, Quiz, or Game
E4-025 Instagram | Best Influencer
E4-026 Instagram | Best Marketing Campaign
E4-027 Instagram | Best PR or Communication Campaign
E4-028 Instagram | Best Story
E4-029 Instagram | Best Use of a Photo or Infographic
E4-030 Instagram | Best use of IGTV
E4-031 LinkedIn | Best Hiring Campaign
E4-032 LinkedIn | Best Marketing Campaign
E4-033 LinkedIn | Best Original Content
E4-034 LinkedIn | Best PR or Communication Campaign
E4-035 LinkedIn | Campaign to Increase Followers
E4-036 Snapchat | Best Campaign
E4-037 Snapchat | Best Contest, Quiz, or Game
E4-038 Snapchat | Best Marketing Campaign
E4-039 Snapchat | Best PR or Communication Campaign
E4-040 Snapchat | Best Use of a Filter
E4-041 Twitter | Best Campaign to Increase Followers
E4-042 Twitter | Best Crisis Management Campaign
E4-043 Twitter | Best Customer Service
E4-044 Twitter | Best Interactivity
E4-045 Twitter | Best Marketing Campaign
E4-046 Twitter | Best PR Campaign
E4-047 Twitter | Best Social Good Campaign
E4-048 Twitter | Best Tweet Content
E4-049 Twitter | Best Use of Hashtags
E4-050 Twitter | Best Use of Twitter Live
E4-051 Twitter | Most Engaged Followers
E4-052 WhatsApp or other Messengers | Best Campaign to Increase Members
E4-053 WhatsApp or other Messengers | Best PR or Communication Campaign
E4-054 WhatsApp or other Messengers | Best use of Groups
E4-055 YouTube | Best Channel
E4-056 YouTube | Best Live Campaign
E4-057 YouTube | Best Marketing Campaign
E4-058 YouTube | Best PR Campaign
E4-059 YouTube | Crisis Management Campaign
E4-060 YouTube | Help, Education, or Training Video
E4-061 YouTube | Individual Video
E4-062 YouTube | Product or Service Introduction Video

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

E5-001 Animation
E5-002 Augmented Reality
E5-003 Automotive
E5-004 Banking
E5-005 Branding
E5-006 Business to Business
E5-007 Business to Consumer
E5-008 Cause Marketing
E5-009 Comedy
E5-010 Commercial 
E5-011 Corporate Image
E5-012 Corporate Social Responsibility
E5-013 Cultural
E5-014 Cyber Security
E5-015 Direct Marketing
E5-016 Documentary
E5-017 Education and Training
E5-018 Educational Institution
E5-019 Employee Communications
E5-020 Entertainment or Amusement
E5-021 Financial Services
E5-022 Fund Raising
E5-023 Government Relations
E5-024 HealthCare and Wellness
E5-025 Hospitals
E5-026 How-To Instructional
E5-027 Immersive
E5-028 Information
E5-029 Information Technology
E5-030 Innovative or Experimental
E5-031 Interactive Video
E5-032 Live Experiences
E5-033 Low Budget (under $10,000)
E5-034 Media & Entertainment
E5-035 Miscellaneous
E5-036 Motivational
E5-037 Music
E5-038 News
E5-039 Non-profit or Charitable
E5-040 Podcast or Vlog
E5-041 Politics
E5-042 Products and Services
E5-043 Professional Services
E5-044 Promotional
E5-045 Public Relations
E5-046 Public Service
E5-047 Reality
E5-048 Recruitment
E5-049 Religion and Spirituality
E5-050 Safety
E5-051 Sales Promotions
E5-052 Science & Technology
E5-053 Security Awareness
E5-054 Self Promotion
E5-055 Social Issues
E5-056 Sports
E5-057 Technology
E5-058 Telecommunications/Internet Service
E5-059 Trailer
E5-060 Training (Employee Awareness)
E5-061 Travel & Tourism
E5-062 Viral
E5-063 Web Series

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

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• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

E6-001 Achievement in Best use of Apps (smartphone, tablet, computers)
E6-002 Achievement in Best use of Facebook
E6-003 Achievement in Best use of Instagram
E6-004 Achievement in Best use of LinkedIn
E6-005 Achievement in Best use of Messaging (WhatsApp, WeChat, etc.)
E6-006 Achievement in Best use of SMS (short message service)
E6-007 Achievement in Best use of Social Media
E6-008 Achievement in Best use of Twitter
E6-009 Achievement in Best use of Video or Moving Image
E6-010 Achievement in Best use of YouTube
E6-011 Achievement in Online Training
E6-012 Achievement in User Experience
E6-013 Achievement in User Interface Design
E6-014 Achievement in Web Design
E6-015 Achievement in Web Writing & Content
E6-016 Achievement | Accounting, Audit, and Tax
E6-017 Achievement | Advertising, Marketing, & Public Relations
E6-018 Achievement | Aerospace & Defense
E6-019 Achievement | Artificial Intelligence
E6-020 Achievement | Automotive, Transportation, Storage, and Logistics
E6-021 Achievement | Banking
E6-022 Achievement | Business Products
E6-023 Achievement | Business Services
E6-024 Achievement | Chemicals
E6-025 Achievement | Cloud Computing/SaaS/Internet
E6-026 Achievement | Conglomerates
E6-027 Achievement | Consulting
E6-028 Achievement | Consumer Products – Durables
E6-029 Achievement | Consumer Products – Non-Durables
E6-030 Achievement | Consumer Services
E6-031 Achievement | Diversified Services
E6-032 Achievement | Education and Training
E6-033 Achievement | Electronics
E6-034 Achievement | Energy & Cleantech
E6-035 Achievement | Engineering and Technology
E6-036 Achievement | Environmental Products and Services
E6-037 Achievement | Export & Import
E6-038 Achievement | Fashion, Beauty, Apparel & Accessories
E6-039 Achievement | Financial
E6-040 Achievement | Food & Beverage
E6-041 Achievement | Healthcare Products & Services
E6-042 Achievement | Hospitality, Travel, Recreation, and Leisure
E6-043 Achievement | Industrial Goods
E6-044 Achievement | Information Technology 
E6-045 Achievement | Insurance
E6-046 Achievement | Legal
E6-047 Achievement | Manufacturing
E6-048 Achievement | Media & Entertainment
E6-049 Achievement | Metals, Mining, and Material
E6-050 Achievement | Non-Profit or Government Organizations
E6-051 Achievement | Pharmaceuticals and Biotech
E6-052 Achievement | Real Estate and Construction
E6-053 Achievement | Retail
E6-054 Achievement | Security and Cyber Security
E6-055 Achievement | Telecommunications
E6-056 Achievement | Utilities
E6-057 Achievement | Wholesale & Distribution
E6-058 Achievement | Other

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

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• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

E7-001 Advertising or Design Agency of the Year
E7-002 Creative Campaign of the Year 
E7-003 Creative Outstanding Achievement of the Year 
E7-004 Creative Project or Initiative of the Year 
E7-005 Creative Team-Department of the Year 

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

F1-001 Field Customer Service & Support Individual of the Year
F1-002 Pre-Customer Service & Support Engineer of the Year
F1-003 Customer Service & Support Coordinator of the Year
F1-004 Customer Service & Support Engineer of the Year
F1-005 Customer Service & Support Executive of the Year
F1-006 Customer Service & Support Leader of the Year
F1-007 Customer Service & Support Manager of the Year
F1-008 Customer Service & Support Operations Professional of the Year
F1-009 Customer Service & Support Professional of the Year
F1-010 Customer Service & Support Star Performer of the Year 
F1-011 Customer Service & Support Training or Education Professional of the Year
F1-012 Woman of the Year in Customer Service & Support

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

F2-001 Customer Service and Support Campaign of the Year 
F2-002 Customer Service and Support Outstanding Achievement of the Year 
F2-003 Customer Service and Support Project or Initiative of the Year 
F2-004 Customer Service and Support Team-Department of the Year 

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

G1-001 Customer Success of the Year in Africa
G1-002 Customer Success of the Year in Asia-Pacific
G1-003 Customer Success of the Year in Canada
G1-004 Customer Success of the Year in China
G1-005 Customer Success of the Year in Europe
G1-006 Customer Success of the Year in Germany
G1-007 Customer Success of the Year in India
G1-008 Customer Success of the Year in Middle-East  
G1-009 Customer Success of the Year in South America
G1-010 Customer Success of the Year in United States of America
G1-011 Customer Success of the Year in USA, Canada, and Mexico
G1-012 Customer Success | Campaign of the Year
G1-013 Customer Success | Outstanding Achievement of the Year
G1-014 Customer Success | Project or Initiative of the Year
G1-015 Customer Success | Team-Department of the Year

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

H1-001 Chief Human Resources Officer of the Year
H1-002 Human Resources Executive of the Year 
H1-003 Human Resources Professional of the Year | Compensation and Benefits
H1-004 Human Resources Professional of the Year | Employer-Employee Relations
H1-005 Human Resources Professional of the Year | Labor Law Compliance
H1-006 Human Resources Professional of the Year | Recruiting
H1-007 Human Resources Professional of the Year | Training and Development 
H1-008 Human Resources Professional of the Year | Workplace Safety

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

H2-001 Achievement of the Year in Diversity
H2-002 Achievement of the Year in Employee Retention
H2-003 Achievement of the Year in Global Hiring
H2-004 Achievement of the Year in Health and Work Balance
H2-005 Achievement of the Year in Learning and Development
H2-006 Achievement of the Year in Local Hiring
H2-007 Achievement of the Year in People-Focused Workplace
H2-008 Achievement of the Year in Talent Management
H2-009 Achievement of the Year in Youth Employment
H2-010 Best Use of Reward and Recognition
H2-011 Human Resources Campaign of the Year
H2-012 Human Resources Outstanding Performance of the Year
H2-013 Human Resources Project or Initiative of the Year 
H2-014 Human Resources Team-Department of the Year
H2-015 Leadership in Transforming Human Resources
H2-016 Most Effective Internal Promotion and Growth Strategy
H2-017 Most Effective Recruitment Strategy
H2-018 Most Effective Use of HR Technology
H2-019 Most Effective Use of Internal Communications
H2-020 Outstanding Employee Engagement Strategy

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

I1-001 Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Year
I1-002 Information Technology Engineer of the Year
I1-003 Information Technology Executive of the Year
I1-004 Information Technology Professional of the Year
I1-005 Information Technology Professional of the Year | Training and Development

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

I2-001 Information Technology Campaign of the Year 
I2-002 Information Technology Outstanding Achievement of the Year
I2-003 Information Technology Project or Initiative of the Year
I2-004 Information Technology Team-Department of the Year

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

J1-001 Marketing Executive of the Year
J1-002 Marketing Professional of the Year
J1-003 Most Creative Person in Marketing
J1-004 Most Innovative Person in Marketing

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

J2-001 Marketing or Advertising Agency of the Year
J2-002 Marketing Outstanding Performance of the Year
J2-003 Marketing Project or Initiative of the Year
J2-004 Marketing Team-Department of the Year 
J2-005 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Artificial intelligence
J2-006 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Automotive  
J2-007 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Beauty 
J2-008 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Beverages – Alcohol 
J2-009 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Beverages – Non-Alcohol 
J2-010 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Breakfast Foods 
J2-011 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Corporate Reputation/Professional Services 
J2-012 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Culture & The Arts
J2-013 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Cyber Security 
J2-014 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Electronics 
J2-015 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Energy/Nutrition Products & Services 
J2-016 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Entertainment & Sports 
J2-017 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Fashion & Style 
J2-018 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Financial Cards 
J2-019 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Financial Products & Services 
J2-020 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Government / Institutional / Recruitment 
J2-021 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Healthcare  
J2-022 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Home Furnishings & Appliances 
J2-023 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Home Supplies & Services
J2-024 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Industrial
J2-025 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Information Technology 
J2-026 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Insurance 
J2-027 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Internet and Telecommunications 
J2-028 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Leisure Products & Services 
J2-029 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Media & Entertainment Companies 
J2-030 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Office & Delivery Products & Services 
J2-031 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Packaged Food 
J2-032 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Personal Care 
J2-033 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Pet Care 
J2-034 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Real Estate 
J2-035 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Restaurants 
J2-036 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Retail 
J2-037 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Snacks / Desserts / Confections 
J2-038 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Software & Apps
J2-039 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Technology (All) 
J2-040 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Transportation 
J2-041 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Industry/Vertical | Travel, Tourism, & Destination
J2-042 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Brand Experience | Business-to-Business 
J2-043 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Brand Experience | Consumer 
J2-044 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Branded Content 
J2-045 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Branded Utility
J2-046 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Community Building 
J2-047 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Competitive 
J2-048 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Content 
J2-049 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Contest/Sweepstakes 
J2-050 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Customer Marketing 
J2-051 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Direct Mail  
J2-052 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Engaged Community
J2-053 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Event Registration 
J2-054 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Industry or Market Expansion
J2-055 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Mobile Marketing Campaign 
J2-056 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | New Product or Service Introduction 
J2-057 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Online Marketing
J2-058 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Partner or Alliance 
J2-059 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Persona-Based  
J2-060 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Re-Branding or Brand Renovation
J2-061 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Research Asset 
J2-062 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Retargeting  
J2-063 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Road Show and Field Marketing 
J2-064 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Small-Budget Marketing Campaign (<US$1 million)
J2-065 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Traditional Media | TV, Print, Out-of-Home 
J2-066 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Viral Marketing Campaign
J2-067 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Visual/Infographic Asset  
J2-068 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Youth Marketing
J2-069 Marketing Campaign of the Year – Speciality | Other

Information to be submitted online for entries in this category group:

• Select a category
• Entry Title (this could be same as one most important achievement that is being nominated)
• One Most Important Achievement (in 10 words or less)
• Who is being recognized for this nomination? Choose here one of these: “An individual” or “A group of people” and list all the names. If no person/people being recognized then select “No one in particular”. 
• Nominated Company-Organization
• City, State/Province, and Country where this company-organization is based
• You may submit either “an essay of 650 words” or “a video of 5 minutes” that explains the nominated achievements. It’s not necessary to submit both options. The video and submitted content must be in English only. 
• Summarize in not more than 3 bulleted points why this nomination deserves recognition.
• Nominated Company-Organization’s Website URL
• Optional but highly recommended. Maximum of 10 website URLs and 10 attachments can be added as supporting content and material.

Choose from these categories:

K1-001 Thought Leader of The Year – Business Products
K1-002 Thought Leader of The Year – Business Services
K1-003 Thought Leader of The Year – Consumer Products
K1-004 Thought Leader of The Year – Consumer Services
K1-005 Thought Leader of The Year – Cybersecurity Products
K1-006 Thought Leader of The Year – Cybersecurity Services
K1-007 Thought Leader of The Year – Government or Non-Profit
K1-008 Thought Leader of The Year – Information Technology Products
K1-009 Thought Leader of The Year – Information Technology Services
K1-010 Thought Leader of The Year – Technology Products
K1-011 Thought Leader of The Year – Technology Services