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The 2026 (13th annual) Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards

Entering the prestigious Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards is an opportunity to showcase your organization's innovation on an international platform. The 13th annual competition is designed to recognize excellence in business across the Asia-Pacific region.

All organizations in the 29 nations of the Asia-Pacific region, large and small, for-profit and non-profit, public and private, may submit nominations.

The Stevie Award trophy, the prize that is conferred in the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards and all other Stevie Award programs, is one of the corporate world’s most coveted prizes.

There are 150+ award categories to choose from, including:

✨ Apps, Events, Publications, Videos, and Websites Awards

✨ Achievement Awards

✨ AI Categories (new for 2026)

✨ Company/Organization Awards

✨ Corporate Communications & Public Relations Awards

✨ Customer Service Awards

✨ Human Resources Awards

✨ Individual Professional Awards

✨ Management Awards

✨ Marketing Awards

✨ New Product & Product Management Awards

✨ Social Media Awards

✨ Startup Awards Awards

✨ Sustainability Awards

✨ Technology Awards

✨ Thought Leadership Awards

Learn More View all Categories

Past Stevie® Award Winners include top innovators across 70+ nations

Past winners leverage their Stevie wins to enhance their reputations, secure media coverage, attract top talent, and differentiate themselves in competitive markets.

Each year, small and mid-sized organizations are honored as winners alongside global leaders like IBM, The Coca-Cola Company, and Toyota.

Request your 2026 Entry Kit to learn how to submit nominations for the chance to get recognized and join the ranks of top industry leaders!

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What Sets Us Apart

Small and large organizations compete on equal footing, with only 30–40% of entrants earning recognition, making each win truly prestigious.
Winners receive a comprehensive resource kit to maximize visibility and celebrate their achievements worldwide, in addition to the opportunity to attend an awards gala event.
Every entry is evaluated by a carefully selected panel of senior executives who volunteer their time to ensure fair, unbiased judging.

WHY ENTER THE STEVIE AWARDS?

Celebrate Your People, Standout in Your Industry, and Put Your Organization in the Spotlight

Since 2002, the Stevies have honored and generated public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of thousands of organizations and working professionals worldwide.

There are various benefits to submitting nominations to Stevie Awards programs. Whether you’re looking to boost visibility, team morale, or brand credibility, this is recognition that actually makes a difference.

We hope your organization will participate, and look forward to welcoming you into the pantheon of past Stevie Award winners, including DHL, AyalaLand, Samsung, Watsons, and many others.

Prestige

The Stevies are one of the most coveted and respected honors in the corporate world. The Stevie Award trophies are magnificent - a global symbol of excellence and innovation.

International Recognition

Winners are celebrated and recognized during our awards galas, featured across international media, and promoted to a worldwide audience.

Brand Exposure

Stevie Award winners leverage their wins to gain press coverage, boost their organization’s reputation, stand out to clients and competitors, and reach more potential candidates.

Credibility That Opens Doors

A Stevie win signals excellence to clients and leadership teams, making it easier to earn trust, support, and new opportunities.

Talent Magnet

Past winners use their Stevie recognition to attract top talent. The Stevies present a unique opportunity to showcase the creativity, innovation, and effectiveness of organization-wide achievements, individuals, products, services, and more.

Categories for Any Company Size, Industry & Achievement

There are 150+ categories for customer service, contact center, business development, and sales professionals, teams, and departments. There are also categories for new products and services used by these professionals, as well as categories to recognize solution providers.

Gain Valuable Feedback

The Stevie Awards are judged by many of the world's most respected executives, entrepreneurs, and business educators who are hand selected from thousands of applicants. Entrants have access to all of the judges' comments; that's valuable feedback from and exposure to potential clients, partners, and industry leaders.

Read more about the judging and awards process here.

Employee Satisfaction

Awards build internal pride and motivation. Winning a Stevie is a cost-effective way to celebrate your team's achievements, thank employees for their efforts, and boost morale.

Benchmarking

The awards are a great way to benchmark your achievements against competitors in your industry. Winning a Stevie Award validates your mission, people, and products, while measuring your success against the competition.

Celebrate Your Wins at Our Red-Carpet Galas

This year's Stevie Award winners will be recognized during a gala event attended by executives from around the world.

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What Past Stevie Award Winners are Saying

“Winning the Stevie Award has opened up new opportunities for my company both nationally and internationally. Not only has it validated my hard work and dedication, but it has also enhanced our ability to attract top talent and expand our services. It has also helped my business by raising the profile of HanaAdCom with my clients.”

Shon JungHieh, CEO, HanaroAdCom, Korea

“Winning the Gold Stevie Award for the third time means a lot to us. It's not just about personal achievement for Newday Media JSC; it also recognizes our commitment to preserving and promoting Vietnam's rich cultural heritage. This award reaffirms our standing and hard work, and boosts our confidence in our expertise and creativity in communication and event management, particularly for large-scale Cultural Festivals.”

Hai Yen Le, General Director of Newday Media JSC, Hanoi, Vietnam

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“Winning a Stevie Award is an amazing, massive experience for us. With a Stevie Award, we can move forward. We are looking for partners not only in Asia, but around the world, and the Stevies help us do that.”

Fuji Television Network, Inc., Tokyo, Japan

“Winning a Stevie Award signifies an exceptional achievement that highlights our organization's unwavering commitment to fostering a positive and thriving workplace culture.

This esteemed recognition not only celebrates our dedication to employee well-being and professional growth but also underscores our continuous efforts to use tech for good and make a positive impact in the lives of our people, clients, customers, and communities.”

Pearl Sy, Head of Communications & Marketing, MDI Novare, Philippines

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“It's an honor to accept this award, representing the future of work. Change starts within each of us and is a shared responsibility. This recognition highlights our commitment to a future focused on growth, empowerment, connection, and belonging in our workplaces, a true win-win.”

Mirjana Boznovska, Founder & CEO, ONE Beyond Success, Sydney, New South Wales

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Winners in the 2026 competition will connect and network with thousands of professionals from leading organizations across the globe at this year's gala celebration.

While attendance is not required to win, all winners have the opportunity to accept their Stevie Awards on stage, deliver an acceptance speech, and get professionally photographed and interviewed on our red carpet. The awards ceremony is live-streamed worldwide.

Every winner receives a suite of promotional tools to showcase their achievements including winner logos, press release templates, and opportunities to be featured on the Stevie Awards blog, website, and social media channels.

Visit FAQ page for more details about the awards ceremony.

Awards banquet of The 2026 Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards

April 2026 (Date to be announced)

Location to be announced

Tickets for the awards banquet will go on sale on February 12, the day on which Stevie® winners* are notified.

*Winners are not obligated to attend the award ceremony or receive their trophies or medals to be deemed Stevie winners.