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EN Awards 2026: A night celebrating the best in events

The 19th edition of the EN Awards brought together hundreds of events industry professionals on Friday night at Park Plaza, London, for an evening of celebration, recognition, and entertainment.

With co-headline sponsors Flow and Excel London, the night opened with the prestigious Pioneer of the Year Award. Presented by Mash Media founder and chairman Julian Agostini, the 2026 award was given to Eric Everard, chairman of Easyfairs, in recognition of his outstanding contribution, innovation, and lasting impact on the events industry.

The evening also featured live performances and entertainment from special guests, adding to the vibrant and celebratory atmosphere.

Over the course of the night, 23 awards were presented, honouring individuals who have excelled, the top venues, pioneering suppliers, and the standout shows from the past 12 months.

It was a fantastic evening, highlighting the talent, creativity, and resilience across the events sector. Congratulations to all the 2026 winners!

EN Awards 2026 Winners:

Content Programme of the Year

Clinical Pharmacy Congress – CloserStill Media

Best Event Director

Carmela Coop-Rodia – The Blue Light Show, What Else Events

Best Newcomer

Zuzanna Poslad – CloserStill Media

Best Organiser Marketer

Martha Townrow – MA Exhibitions

Best Organiser Salesperson

Jack Hall – Questex (Operational Real Estate Hospitality Investment Portfolio)

Show Rising Star

Money20/20 Middle East – Tahaluf

Best Consumer Show Marketing Team

The Autumn Fair – Informa Markets

Best Trade Show Marketing Campaign

LEAP – Tahaluf

Best Event Partnership

Packaging Innovations & Empack × BCMPA – Easyfairs

Diversity & Inclusion Award

Accessible Events Show 2025

Legacy & Impact Award

Motorvate, part of Automechanika Birmingham 2025 – Messe Frankfurt UK

Sustainability Impact Award

Enablement and Impact at RX

Best Supplier to Organisers

Sitka

Exhibition Venue of the Year

Excel London

Exhibition Expansion Award

Subcon – MA Exhibitions

Employer of the Year

Diversified UK & Europe

Best Consumer Show

Grand Designs Live London 2025 – Media 10

Best Trade Show under 5,000sqm

Chicago Build – Oliver Kinross, part of Nineteen Group

Best Trade Show 5,000–10,000sqm

DSEI Japan – Clarion Events

Best Trade Show over 10,000sqm

Global Health Exhibition – Tahaluf

Source: www.exhibitionworld.co.uk

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