Nominate an Industry Professional
The three awards outlined below stand alone from the rest of the Canadian Event Award categories. You cannot enter these, they are selected by the advisory team based on industry recommendations and personalized nominations.
Do you know an amazing event professional who is always willing to help others? Someone who gives their time to industry initiatives, gets involved, is a mentor, a leader, or a young professional making huge strides early in their career?
Someone who embodies the spirit and passion of the event and meeting industry and is someone deserving of recognition for their drive, commitment, and passion?
If so, review the three categories below and submit a recommendation by clicking the nominate now button below.
Those selected for nomination will be notified and asked to accept the nomination and named as finalists. The winners will be announced at the Canadian Event Awards Gala May 3, in Toronto.
Current Recipient
Emerging Leader
Hailey Dawood
Chief Huntress at The Idea Hunter
Emerging Leader of the Year
The Emerging Leader has been in the industry for less than five years and has already made a significant impact. They have set themselves apart through their exceptional commitment to their field and professional development. They have demonstrated a drive to succeed and exceed the goals they set for themselves as a young professional. The Emerging Leader has been proactive in contributing to the industry, volunteering their time and skills, taking on additional projects, and becoming involved in key initiatives. They understand the importance of giving back, are a team player and have helped their organization succeed by going above and beyond in their work. They are a future leader who will continue to make a lasting impact in the industry and is not just competent in their field but also driven to make a difference and inspire others to do the same. This award is selected by the advisory team based on industry recommendations and personalized nominations. Do you know an exceptional young professional making huge strides early in their career? If so, click below to submit their name for consideration. Those selected for nomination will be notified and asked to accept the nomination and named as finalists. The winners will be announced at the Canadian Event Awards Gala on May 3 in Toronto.
Leslee Bell Spirit of the Industry Award
The Spirit of the Industry Award has been renamed in memory of Leslee Bell, the founder of Decor & More Inc and a visionary in the event industry. Leslee was an inspiration to many, known for her passion, dedication, integrity, and leadership. She navigated the event industry with grace, guiding her team through the challenges and changes of a rapidly evolving field. Leslee was a friend, mentor, and advocate, and this award is a testament to the legacy she built and the foundation she laid for those who follow in her footsteps. The award is given to individuals who embody Leslee's qualities, who are leaders, innovators, motivators, and doers in the industry. They are passionate advocates, who participate in key initiatives, volunteer their time and talent for their peers and causes, and conduct their work and business relationships with ethics and integrity. This award is selected by the advisory team based on industry recommendations and personalized nominations. Do you know someone who fits this description? Someone who embodies the spirit and passion of the event and meeting industry and is someone deserving of recognition for their drive, commitment, and passion? If so, click below to submit their name for consideration. Those selected for nomination will be notified and asked to accept the nomination and named as finalists. The winners will be announced at the Canadian Event Awards Gala on May 3, in Toronto
Current Recipient
Leslee Bell Spirit
of the Industry
Keri Miller CSEP
e=mc² events
Event Industry
Volunteer of the Year
Who Will Be the First?
Event Industry Volunteer of the Year
The Event Industry Volunteer of the Year Award recognizes individuals who have dedicated their time, expertise, and resources to support a cause or help others in need. It celebrates volunteers who have gone above and beyond in their event community. The award is an opportunity to acknowledge the contributions and achievements of volunteers who have made a significant impact. By celebrating the efforts of volunteers, we inspire others to get involved and make a difference. The Volunteer of the Year Award helps build a supportive and collaborative event industry. This award is selected by the advisory team based on industry recommendations and personalized nominations. Nominate someone who has made a difference in their event community. Someone who deserves recognition for taking on additional responsibilities, stepping up in a crisis, providing support, demonstrating creativity, or showing exceptional leadership. Do you know an amazing event professional who deserves the Event Volunteer of the Year Award? If so, submit a recommendation by clicking the submit button below to submit their name for consideration. Those selected for nomination will be notified and asked to accept the nomination and named as finalists. The winners will be announced at the Canadian Event Awards Gala on May 3 in Toronto.
