Event Awards

Event Awards Winners Revealed

We launched the inaugural emap Event Awards to recognise and reward the exceptional events and outstanding contributions our events teams have made in the past year.

And now, our esteemed judging panel made up of both internal and external event experts have made their decisions…It’s time to shine the spotlight on our winners!

Innovation & Creativity Award

WINNER – TechFest 2023 Event Team, CONE Division


Judges’ Comments 
The judges said that the TechFest team showed daringness to try a completely new format of an existing event, from start to finish, which clearly demonstrated that they achieved a challenging task of meeting many needs. Despite complexities, judges said the team delivered a significant uplift in results, demonstrating the most amount of growth from the previous year. The 94% revenue increase is highly impressive. The willingness of the team to take onboard comments from previous years to overhaul the delivery of the event should be commended. The judges said this entry represented exceptional creativity, innovation, and fully addressed each of the criteria points. Well done!

Customer Service Award

WINNER – UK Jewellery Festival 2024, FABS Division


Judges’ Comments 
The judges were thoroughly impressed by the delivery of such a significant event in just five months, which must have taken an enormous team effort. The organisers listened to feedback from the event’s audience and adjusted the event dates to serve them; a real commitment to customer service despite the impact on those involved in organising the event. A great NPS score (+73) and rebook statistics (50%) was impressive. Judges praised effective cross-departmental collaboration, which met diverse exhibitor requirements and demonstrated an ability to manage complex logistics and maintain high standards under tight timelines. Congratulations! 

Rising Star Award

Abi Case, Events Co-ordinator, FABS Operations Team


Judges’ Comments 
Judges said Abi is proving that she has many successful years ahead of her in the events industry. Her achievements in stepping up, taking the initiative, staying humble and working exceptionally hard mark her out as one of emap’s rising stars, who is a credit to her team and division. Judges were impressed by evidence of strong relationship management, collaboration and teamwork, problem solving, and contribution to revenue generation/cost management. Abi is seizing opportunities which come her way to go above and beyond what is normally expected of her role. Testimonials prove her worth to the team and the entry demonstrates significant deviations from the norm in terms of technology process innovation with genuine demonstrable impact. She is clearly performing above her role and has a great future ahead of her. Congratulations, and good luck! 

Event of the Year Award (Under 600 Attendees) 

GOLD WINNER – LGC Investment Seminar 2024, CONE Division


Judges’ Comments 
Judges were blown away by the event’s financial performance which on its own is highly impressive. When combined with the focus on event experience, ‘magic moments’ for attendees, high-quality venue and customer service, and the change in exhibitor setup with a focus on sustainability, this entry is a clear winner. The event NPS, profit, and growth, is hugely encouraging. Well done!

SILVER WINNER – TechFest 2023, CONE Division

Judges’ Comments 
Judges praised an excellent well-rounded event with innovative formats and superb content, matching outstanding financial results. The focus on Net Zero content and sustainability in logistics was praised, and judges were impressed by the great sponsor and delegate experience.

Event of the Year Award (Over 600 Attendees) 

GOLD WINNER – Inspiring Women in Property, Emerald Division

Judges’ Comments 
The judges were impressed by this event’s clear aim to transform the gender balance in property and tackle a major challenge more broadly. Event feedback proves just how valued the event is in the sector. An impressive doubling of revenue expectations and strong feedback from attendees prove that this is an event with tremendous potential for future. Congratulations, Team!

SILVER WINNER – World Architecture Festival 2023, FABS Division

Judges’ Comments 
Congratulations to the whole World Architecture Festival team on achieving a superb event in 2023. Judges said the team set new benchmarks for event planning and execution, delivering clear savings and an uplift in positive customer feedback. They said the creative approach to sustainability reduced the event’s carbon footprint introducing local sustainable food sources. An excellent entry, they said, which showed all-round consideration for the entry criteria and creates a successful template for future events.

Thank you to everyone who entered, and a huge thanks to our amazing judges for giving up their time. They are:

  • Emily Booth, Editor, Architects’ Journal 
  • Harry Bower, Deputy Head of Event Operations, CONE 
  • Cayetana Brown, Director, Stray Cat Communications 
  • Hejke Coetzee, Head of Event Content, Emerald/Indigo 
  • Caroline Cronin, Event Director, FABS 
  • Anna Gillingham, Past Head of Event Operations, Emerald/Indigo 
  • Atma Hyett, Head of Events, Emerald/Amber  
  • Kapila Ireland, Editor, DFNI 
  • Gayle Mackail, Operations Director, Evessio 
  • Ben Miller, Commercial Director, Property Week 
  • Mark Ram, Head of Events Marketing, CONE 
  • Rory Ross Russell, Managing Director, R3 Events 
  • Sara Sane, Senior Account Manager, CONE 
  • Frazer Stokes, Commercial Director, FABS 
  • Helen Trounce, Head of Marketing  
  • Claire Wormsley, Director, GCN Events 

If you have any questions please contact: eventawards@emap.com