How the awards work

A transparent, three-phase journey from nomination to winners.

  1. 1

    Phase 1 · Nomination & Screening

    Top 30

    Member association representatives submit nominations. AWS and EY independently review and score each entry to produce the Top 30 shortlist.

  2. 2

    Phase 2 · Expert Judging

    Top 10

    An independent panel of judges reviews the Top 30 and selects the Top 10 finalists across all categories.

  3. 3

    Phase 3 · Final & Awards

    Top 5

    Finalists are assessed at a live event, where the Top 5 winners are chosen and announced.