What Judges Are Looking For:

Judges will be looking for submissions that clearly demonstrate:

  • Strong collaboration and a genuine team approach between the member and organiser
  • A shared vision and open, effective communication
  • Challenges overcome together and how they were handled
  • Measurable outcomes that show the success of the collaboration (e.g. efficiency, innovation, sustainability, audience engagement)
  • Testimonials or endorsements from the organiser highlighting the value of the partnership

Entry Requirements:

A written submission (maximum 1000 words) detailing:

  • The results and benefits of the collaboration
  • Specific roles and contributions of both parties
  • The background of the collaboration
  • Key objectives and how they were met
  • Any challenges faced and how they were overcome
  • Supporting evidence (optional but encouraged): images, videos, case studies, or quotes from the organiser
  • Contact details for the collaborating organiser for reference purposes

Why Enter?

Winning this award is a mark of excellence in partnership—a recognition of trust, communication, and shared success. It highlights your company’s ability to work collaboratively and deliver outstanding results.
Benefits include:

  • Industry recognition among peers and organisers

  • Promotional opportunities via ESSA channels

  • A platform to showcase your team’s values, strengths, and achievements

  • Strengthening your reputation as a trusted, collaborative supplier

 

Sponsored by:

If you are interested in any sponsorship opportunities, including individual award sponsorship, please contact Helen Lowe.

 

   
Entry Conditions:
  • a maximum of 3 entries per member company per award is permitted
  • your entry should contain no more than 1000 words in total.
  • you may upload a maximum of 5 files to support your entry
  • qualifying period is the 14th of October 2023 to the 11th of October 2024
Deadline Date for Entry Submissions:
  • All entries must be received by 5pm on Friday 11 October 2024
   

The maximum file size is 5mb (jpg, jpeg, png, pdf, doc)
The maximum file size is 5mb (jpg, jpeg, png, pdf, doc)
The maximum file size is 5mb (jpg, jpeg, png, pdf, doc)
The maximum file size is 5mb (jpg, jpeg, png, pdf, doc)
The maximum file size is 5mb (jpg, jpeg, png, pdf, doc)

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