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The C&IT Awards celebrate the very best in B2B events, recognising the creativity, innovation and impact of agencies, corporates, venues, and suppliers. These awards showcase the industry’s standout achievements, from unforgettable brand experiences to game-changing event strategies.

If you've delivered an exceptional event, now is your chance to gain industry recognition and inspire the next wave of event excellence.

Entries are now open - submit your best work and take your place among the industry’s finest!

"The C&IT Awards are recognised across the industry as a mark of excellence for event planners and agencies alike. With live experiences more essential than ever for keeping businesses connected to their customers and their employees, we're delighted to be able to help recognise the excellent work that the events sector has been doing to facilitate these connections.

I look forward to seeing everyone's outstanding entries, and celebrating the fantastic events, venues and people that make this industry so vibrant. "

Adam Shepherd
Editor, C&IT World

CHECK OUT THE 2024 AWARDS

KEY DATES

EARLY BIRD ENTRY DEADLINE:
Tuesday 6 May 2025

STANDARD ENTRY DEADLINE:
Thursday 5 June 2025

EXTENDED DEADLINE:
Thursday 12 June 2025

SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED:
Wednesday 23 July 2025

AWARDS CEREMONY:
Friday 17 October 2025 at Royal Lancaster, London

PRICES

EARLY BIRD ENTRY FEE:
£345 + VAT

SMALL AGENCIES EARLY BIRD ENTRY FEE:
£245 + VAT

ENTRY FEE:
£445 + VAT

SMALL AGENCIES ENTRY FEE:
£345 + VAT

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INDUSTRY SECTOR

These awards will go to exceptional B2B events in their respective sectors.

Automotive Event of the Year

Finance & Professional Services Event of the Year

Pharma & Healthcare Event of the Year

Technology & Telecoms Event of the Year

Consumer Goods Event of the Year

Media & Broadcast Event of the Year

EVENT FORMAT

These awards will go to exceptional B2B events that satisfy and exceed a specific event purpose.

Incentive Event of the Year

Internal Communications Event of the Year

Celebratory Event of the Year

EVENT PURPOSE

These awards will go to exceptional B2B events that have adopted creative and innovative solutions in order to achieve their goals.

Best Small Budget Initiative

Best Sustainable Initiative

Best DEI Initiative

Excellence in Community Engagement and Team Building Initiatives

SUPPLIER

These awards will go to exceptional suppliers within the B2B events industry.

Best Venue (UK & Rest of the World)

OPEN TO: UK and international hotels, venues and convention centres.
This category will award 2 winners, one for inside the UK, and one outside the UK (rest of the world).

Best Event Destination (UK & Rest of the World)

OPEN TO: UK and worldwide destinations.
This category will award 2 winners, one for inside the UK, and one outside the UK (rest of the world).

Best Event Production Provider

OPEN TO: Event production companies, or individuals that specialise in providing comprehensive event production services.
This category is not open to event agencies.

MICE Team Of The Year

OPEN TO: UK or international venues, hotel or supplier MICE teams. Destination Marketing Companies are also eligible to enter this category.

BEST OF THE BEST

These awards will go to the very best teams within the B2B events industry.

Corporate Events Team of the Year

OPEN TO: In-house corporate event planners organising B2B events.

Conference of the Year

UK Agency of the Year

OPEN TO: Agencies with teams or offices based in the UK only.

Global Agency of the Year

OPEN TO: Agencies with bases in at least two countries.

GRAND PRIX

This will be chosen from all of the category winners and cannot be entered directly

We’re assembling a diverse panel of industry experts to evaluate the most innovative and impactful work, ensuring all perspectives are represented. This is your opportunity to shape the future of the events industry, celebrate excellence, and connect with fellow leaders.

Be part of this influential panel - apply or nominate a colleague today!

COMPLETE THE JUDGES NOMINATION FORM

You’ve had an incredible night, picked up an award, and celebrated in style - now it’s time to shout about your success!

We’re here to help you spread the word, getting your win out there, to the audience, in front of prospective clients - and event your competitors!.

That’s why we’ve created an instant shout-about-it package: quick turnaround content that won’t destroy your marketing budget.

WHAT DOES AMPLIFICATION LOOK LIKE?

"For the third year in a row, IHG Hotels & Resorts is thrilled to support the C&IT Awards. It’s an honor to celebrate the outstanding talent and achievements in the MICE industry, and we look forward to another unforgettable evening!"

- IHG® Hotels & Resorts

The C&IT Awards provide a premier platform to showcase your brand to senior decision-makers in the events industry. Sponsoring the awards offers exceptional brand visibility, high-value networking, and the opportunity to align with the most innovative and creative minds in B2B events.

With extensive marketing exposure, this is your chance to position your company at the forefront of the industry.

Contact the team today at [email protected].

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

C&IT Insight is the go-to hub for event industry professionals, offering expert analysis, innovative ideas, and practical resources to enhance event planning and execution.

Bringing together in-depth knowledge from C&IT and leading partners, the platform provides exclusive access to webinars, reports, surveys, and bespoke events. Covering key topics such as event management, attendee engagement, marketing, technology, incentive travel, and creativity, C&IT Insight equips industry professionals with the tools and expertise needed to drive impactful events and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving sector.

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Partnership Opportunities

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