Chapter 9: How to Apply for Globee Awards in Mergers and Acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are complex undertakings. They involve months, sometimes years, of planning, negotiation, and integration. But once the deal is done and value is being delivered, the question becomes: how can you showcase these achievements to the world? One of the most credible ways is through independent recognition, especially the Globee® Awards, which celebrate measurable outcomes across industries.
Applying for awards may seem daunting, especially for those new to the process. However, with the right preparation and strategy, professionals, teams, companies, advisors, and even entire transactions can highlight their achievements and gain permanent recognition. This chapter provides a step-by-step guide to applying for the Globee Awards in the M&A space.
Step 1: Identify Award-Worthy Achievements
Begin by looking back at recent M&A activities and asking: What made this transaction, individual, or team stand out?Achievements may include:
- Individuals: CEO with bold strategic vision, CFO who structured innovative financing, or HR leader who preserved talent during integration.
- Teams: Finance, legal, IT, or cultural integration groups that worked cross-functionally to ensure seamless execution.
- Companies: Firms that expanded markets, diversified portfolios, or achieved sustainability milestones through acquisitions.
- Advisory Firms: Banks, law firms, consultants, or PR agencies that guided transactions successfully.
- Transactions: Specific mergers or acquisitions that reshaped industries or delivered measurable synergies.
- Campaigns: Employee, customer, or community communication programs that preserved trust during transitions.
Step 2: Select the Right Award Categories
Choosing the right category is critical to ensure your achievements are evaluated fairly. The Globee Awards offer recognition across multiple dimensions:
- Individual Categories: leadership, innovation, and strategy.
- Team Categories: finance, legal, HR, IT, and integration.
- Company Categories: growth, diversification, sustainability, and resilience.
- Advisory Categories: legal, financial, consulting, PR, or specialized services.
- Transaction Categories: transformational, strategic, cross-border, or sustainability-driven deals.
- Campaign Categories: internal communications, investor relations, community engagement, cultural alignment.
Step 3: Gather Evidence and Data
Submissions are strongest when supported by metrics. Judges want proof, not vague claims. Collect data such as:
- Financial: revenue growth, ROI, cost savings, shareholder value created.
- Operational: systems integrated, efficiencies gained, supply chain improved.
- Cultural: employee retention, engagement survey results, leadership continuity.
- Strategic: market share gained, innovation accelerated, ESG goals achieved.
- Communication: churn reduced, satisfaction increased, positive sentiment maintained.
Step 4: Structure Your Submission Clearly
Use the challenge → action → result → impact framework to make submissions easy to follow.
Example 1: Company Submission
- Challenge: Heavy reliance on one market limited growth.
- Action: Acquired competitor in three new regions.
- Result: Customer base doubled within two years.
- Impact: Company now leads with 25% national market share.
Example 2: Advisory Firm Submission
- Challenge: Cross-border deal faced regulatory hurdles.
- Action: Coordinated antitrust approvals across five jurisdictions.
- Result: All approvals secured within 12 months.
- Impact: Deal closed on time, preserving $500 million in projected synergies.
Step 5: Avoid Common Mistakes
- Being Too Vague: “We successfully integrated” isn’t enough. Use data.
- Over-Focusing on Deal Size: Small but impactful deals are equally award-worthy.
- Using Excessive Jargon: Judges may not all be M&A specialists. Keep it clear.
- Ignoring People and Culture: Employee retention and cultural success matter.
- Submitting at the Last Minute: Rushed entries lack polish and supporting evidence.
Step 6: Collaborate Across Functions
Award submissions are stronger when input comes from multiple perspectives. For example:
- Finance teams can provide ROI and synergy data.
- HR teams can provide retention and engagement results.
- Legal teams can highlight compliance and regulatory achievements.
- Communications teams can show stakeholder engagement metrics.
- Executives can frame strategic vision and impact.
Step 7: Prepare Supporting Materials
Supporting evidence adds credibility. Consider including:
- Press releases and media coverage.
- Case studies or client testimonials.
- ESG reports or cultural integration studies.
- Charts, visuals, or infographics that simplify complex outcomes.
Keep materials concise and directly relevant.
Step 8: Manage Deadlines Strategically
Plan submissions in advance to avoid last-minute scrambling. Suggested timeline:
- 6–8 weeks before deadline: Identify achievements and categories.
- 4 weeks before deadline: Collect data and supporting evidence.
- 2 weeks before deadline: Draft submissions and gather approvals.
- 1 week before deadline: Final review, polish, and submission.
Step 9: Maximize Recognition After Winning
Winning an award is only the beginning. Companies that maximize recognition gain the most value. Strategies include:
- Internal Promotion: Announce through newsletters, intranets, and team events.
- External Promotion: Issue press releases, update websites, share on social media.
- Client-Facing Promotion: Include awards in proposals and marketing materials.
- Investor Relations: Highlight awards in earnings calls and annual reports.
- Recruitment: Use recognition to attract top talent.
Step 10: Make Recognition Part of Long-Term Strategy
Awards should not be one-time efforts. Recognition becomes most powerful when it is systematic and ongoing:
- Submit annually across different categories.
- Recognize individuals, teams, companies, and advisors.
- Benchmark against global peers each year.
- Use recognition to inspire continuous improvement.
Why Globee Awards Are Ideal for M&A
The Globee® Awards stand out as the premier recognition platform because they:
- Accept entries from organizations of all sizes, from startups to global corporations.
- Offer categories covering individuals, teams, companies, advisors, deals, and campaigns.
- Emphasize measurable results and transparent evaluation.
- Provide permanent, independent, and globally respected recognition.
This credibility ensures that recognition is not just symbolic but meaningful and respected across industries.
Final Thoughts
Applying for business awards may seem secondary to executing deals, but recognition has strategic value. It validates achievements, builds credibility, motivates employees, and reassures stakeholders. In M&A—where trust and execution matter as much as strategy—independent recognition through the Globee Awards is a powerful way to showcase success.
By following a structured process—identifying achievements, selecting categories, gathering evidence, structuring submissions, and promoting recognition—companies, individuals, teams, advisors, and deals can gain the visibility they deserve.
Recognition turns transactions into legacies. It ensures that the courage, skill, and foresight behind M&A are celebrated not just in headlines but in the permanent record of business excellence.