Social Impact Award
Award Submissions
The EIC Social Impact Award recognises individuals or organisations whose leadership and initiatives are advancing positive social, environmental and economic outcomes within the global business events industry and the communities it serves.
Aligned with the principles of people, planet and prosperity, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this award celebrates efforts that integrate social responsibility into business operations, programmes and industry initiatives.
Recipients are recognised for translating purpose into action—developing initiatives that create measurable impact, inspire collaboration, and encourage others across the industry to pursue meaningful social change.
Through their work, Social Impact Award honourees demonstrate how the business events industry can contribute to a more sustainable, inclusive and prosperous future.
Social Impact Award Submission Questions (click on questions to expand)
Purpose & Initiative. Describe the social impact initiative led by the nominee. (max 500 words)
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The issue or challenge the initiative addresses
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How it aligns with the principles of people, planet and prosperity and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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The role the nominee played in developing or leading the initiative
Examples may include work related to diversity, equity and inclusion, sustainability, workforce development, community engagement, or social responsibility.
Implementation & Leadership. Describe how the nominee translated their vision for social impact into action. (max 400 words)
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Specific programmes, projects, policies, or operational changes they implemented
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Leadership actions that enabled the initiative to succeed
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How their organisation or partners supported the work
Measurable Impact. What measurable outcomes or positive change resulted from this initiative? (max 350 words)
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Impact on communities, individuals, or the industry
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Evidence of progress (data, outcomes, adoption, or testimonials)
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Long-term or sustainable benefits created by the initiative
Industry Influence & Collaboration. How has the nominee inspired broader change across the business events industry? (max 350 words)
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Partnerships or collaborations developed
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Knowledge-sharing or thought leadership that helped others adopt similar initiatives
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How their work contributes to advancing social responsibility within the industry