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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