The 2026 Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards Are Now Open: Why Your Brand Should Enter
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Innovation is the heartbeat of Asia Pacific, and the Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards continues to celebrate the organisations driving meaningful progress across the region. The 2026 competition is now officially open for entries, giving companies in 29 markets the opportunity to showcase their proudest achievements.
If your organisation has introduced a breakthrough product, strengthened customer experience, elevated workplace culture, advanced sustainability efforts, or delivered impactful industry change, this is the perfect platform to gain the recognition your work deserves.
A Celebration of Innovation Across All Sectors
The Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards focus on innovation in all forms. The 2026 edition features an extensive range of categories covering Technology, Marketing, Human Resources, Customer Service, Sustainability, Management, Corporate Communications, Thought Leadership, and more. New for 2026 are the AI Innovation and Podcast categories, reflecting the evolving landscape of modern business.
The awards are also known for their inclusivity. Large enterprises, government and public sector agencies, non-profits, small businesses, and startups all have equal opportunity to win. Every year, many winners come from fast-growing organisations, proving that impact matters more than size.
Why Your Organisation Should Participate
Winning a Stevie Award goes far beyond receiving a trophy. It helps elevate your brand story and strengthen credibility with stakeholders. Key benefits include:
Regional Recognition: Showcase your brand as a top innovator in the Asia Pacific region.
Credibility and Trust: A globally recognised award builds confidence among customers, investors, and partners.
Employer Branding: Inspire pride within your team and attract stronger talent.
Global Visibility: Winners are promoted across official Stevie channels, media coverage, and digital platforms.
Benchmarking: Compare your success with the region’s best performing companies.
Organisations entering Company or Organisation categories will also be eligible for the People’s Choice Stevie® Awards, giving you a second opportunity to win through public voting.
Important Dates to Remember
Early Bird Deadline: 20 November 2025
Final Entry Deadline: 17 December 2025
Late Entry Deadline: 15 January 2026
Judging Period: 15 December 2025 to 6 February 2026
Winners Announced: 11 February 2026
Awards Gala: April 2026
Submitting early provides access to discounted entry fees.
How to Make Your Entry Stand Out
A strong entry is clear, structured, and focused on achievements within the eligibility period (1 July 2023 through your submission date). To strengthen your submission, include data, results, supporting documents, videos, testimonials, or case studies. Judges value concise, well-written entries that communicate real impact.
Need Support Preparing a Winning Submission
Brand Soul helps organisations craft compelling Stevie Awards nominations that highlight achievements with clarity and confidence. If your team has delivered remarkable work, we can help you tell your story powerfully.
Let’s bring your story forward.
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