Hall of Leaders
Award Submission
The EIC Hall of Leaders Award recognises individuals whose sustained leadership and influence have shaped the global business events industry over the course of their careers. As the industry’s highest honour, the Hall of Leaders celebrates those whose vision, service, and enduring contributions have elevated the profession and strengthened the global meetings, conventions, exhibitions and travel ecosystem.
Recipients of this distinction have demonstrated exceptional leadership, advanced professional standards, and fostered collaboration across the industry. Their work has left a lasting legacy—through innovation, mentorship, advocacy, and service—that continues to influence the industry today.
The Hall of Leaders recognises individuals whose careers reflect a deep commitment to the advancement of the global business events community and whose impact will continue to inspire future generations of industry leaders.
Hall of Leaders Submission Questions (click on questions to expand)
Industry Impact & Innovation. Describe the nominee’s most significant and enduring contributions to the global business events industry. (max 600 words)
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Original ideas, programmes, services or innovations they introduced
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How those contributions shaped or elevated the profession
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The breadth of their impact (global, regional, cross-sector)
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Evidence of lasting influence
Leadership & Professional Advancement: Describe how the nominee’s leadership has advanced the industry. (max 500 words)
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Key leadership roles held
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How they inspired, mentored or developed others
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Examples of decisions or actions that created lasting positive change
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How they strengthened organisations or the broader ecosystem
Collaboration & Industry Service. How has the nominee strengthened the industry through collaboration and service? (max 400 words)
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Partnerships, alliances or initiatives they helped build
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Knowledge-sharing or thought leadership contributions
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Service to professional bodies, standards, advocacy or research
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How their work benefited the industry beyond their own organisation
Legacy & Contribution to Society. Beyond measurable achievements, describe the nominee’s broader legacy. (max 400 words)
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How they have served, influenced or improved the lives of others
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Contributions to community, society or global progress
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How they embody the values of the business events profession
Hall of Leaders Statement. Why does this individual exemplify the spirit and purpose of the EIC Hall of Leaders? (max 250 words)