Organisers, venue operators and service providers are all encouraged to enter and share best practice across five categories: HR management, digital innovation, marketing, operations & services, and sustainable development.

The deadline for all awards applications is 1 March 2019. Awards are managed and led by UFI working groups, and the winners will be officially recognised at the 2019 UFI Global Congress.

UFI managing director Kai Hattendorf commented: “UFI’s award scheme is focused on identifying and sharing best practices in our industry, and highlighting forward-looking, innovative solutions.

“Sharing experiences in this way strengthens our industry, and helps us to develop new ideas. Presented at the UFI Congress, the UFI Awards are a globally sought-after recognition, and everybody in the industry benefits from the shared knowledge.”

The respective themes for the awards are:

–       HR Award: “Employer branding: How to attract and retain key skills”

–       Digital Innovation: “What is Digital Innovation for you”

–       Marketing: “Best influencer campaign”

–       Operations & Services: “Productivity improvements using SMART technology”

–       Sustainable Development: “Best sustainable development communication”

Pictured above: the 2018 UFI Awards winners