Nowadays there are awards for every size, shape and style of business. So, no matter the scale or type of your business, there will be something which fits the bill.
With so many awards – regional, national and industry-based options – on offer, finding a relevant opportunity for your company simply requires some research. 
The application process can provide useful reflection time and a chance to measure your activity and offering against your competitors, while being shortlisted is a fantastic profile-raising tool.
A win provides your company with a solid third party endorsement, and is a sure stamp of quality for potential customers as part of future sales pitches.
Recognising the hard work and achievement of employees delivers a worthwhile boost to morale.
So, don’t miss out on award opportunities which may benefit you. To help out, we’ve pulled together this round-up of upcoming creative industry awards:
CIPR (Chartered Institute of Public Relations) PRide Awards 2017
The CIPR PRide Awards recognise the outstanding work you’ve been delivering for your clients and employers across the UK.
Regional winners, selected by esteemed judging panels of industry experts, are awarded at a glittering UK-wide award ceremonies.
Timeline of events:
Award entry info not yet available.
Register your interest to receive information here: https://www.cipr.co.uk/content/awards-events/pride-awards
DMA (Direct Marketing Association) Awards 2017
The DMA Awards are judged on strategy, creativity and results. According to the association, a DMA Award is ‘rewardingly hard to win’.
Timeline of events:
- June 2017 – entries open.
- September 2017 – entries close.
- October 2017 – judging.
- October 2017 – shortlist announcement.
- December 2017 – awards ceremony.
Awards website: https://dma.org.uk/awards
IPA (Institute of Practitioners in Advertising) Effectiveness Awards 2017
IPA Effectiveness Awards rewarding campaigns that demonstrate the payback on marketing investment. The IPA Effectiveness Awards are recognised by agencies and clients as Adland’s most rigorous award scheme.
Timeline of events:
- Autumn 2017 – entries open.
Awards website: http://www.ipa.co.uk/effectiveness/awards
IPA (Institute of Practitioners in Advertising) Media Owner Awards 2017
The IPA online Media Owner Awards (MOA) supported by The Drum are designed to showcase best practice in levels of service that online media owners provide to agencies, with the aim of raising the digital standard in general.
Timeline of events:
- April 2017 – entries open.
Awards website: http://www.ipamoa.co.uk/
IPA (Institute of Practitioners in Advertising) Best of Health Show 2017
The IPA Best of Health Show awards the best creativity in healthcare advertising, embracing the promotion of brands to both healthcare professionals and consumers.
The awards are steered by the IPA Healthcare Group, comprised of a number of IPA member healthcare agencies who look to identify, develop and promote best practice in the industry.
Timeline of events:
- May 2017 – entries open.
Awards website: http://www.bestofhealthshow.com/Home
IPM (Institute of Promotional Marketing) THE AWARDS 2017
THE AWARDS 2017 plays host to the best of the best in the promoting marketing industry in innovation, creativity and effectiveness; recognising and rewarding the teams involved.
Timeline of events:
- February 28, 2017 – Deadline for all entries
- June 7, 2017 – Awards Ceremony, London Hilton, Park Lane
Awards website: http://www.theipm.org.uk/awards/The-Awards/The-IPM-Awards-2017.aspx
PRCA (Public Relations Consultants Association) Digital Awards 2017
The PRCA Digital Awards 2017 will recognise the talent and impact of individuals, teams and campaigns from the best of the digital PR and communications profession. Consultancies, in-house teams and individuals are all welcome to enter.
Timeline of events:
- February 17, 2017 – Deadline for all entries
- March 6, 2017 – Shortlist announced
- April 4, 2017 – Awards Ceremony, St. Pancras Renaissance London Hotel
Awards website: https://www.prcadigitalawards.com/
