What are the Esprit Awards?
The Esprit Awards are presented by the International Live Events Association (ILEA) to recognize and award the most outstanding live events in the industry each year. The 2024 Esprit Awards included 16 categories recognizing all aspects of live events, from planning to production, from design to event. The Esprit Awards program is the most inclusive and prestigious international awards program for professionals engaged in the industry of live events.
Criteria
Any individual and/or company representative in the events industry is eligible to enter the Esprit Awards competition. Entrants can submit any of their events that occurred between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023 into the 2024 Esprit Awards competition.
Choose the category that best fits your event(s). Category-specific criteria is available below:
Categories
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BEST OVERALL CORPORATE EVENT - The Best Overall Corporate Events award celebrates an exceptional gathering that exemplifies excellence in corporate event management. This distinguished event seamlessly integrates strategic planning, innovation, and flawless execution, creating a dynamic and impactful experience for attendees. It represents the pinnacle of professionalism and creativity in corporate event execution, setting a benchmark for the industry.
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BEST OVERALL NONPROFIT/ASSOCIATION EVENT - The Best Overall Nonprofit/Association Event award highlights a remarkable gathering that goes beyond celebration, embodying the spirit of purpose-driven excellence. This event demonstrates outstanding planning, execution, and a commitment to the mission of the organization. It stands as a shining example of how events can effectively amplify and support the causes that matter, showcasing the ingenuity and dedication of those in the nonprofit and association event sector.
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BEST OVERALL PRIVATE EVENT - The Best Overall Private Event award signifies an unparalleled celebration that epitomizes the artistry of event planning. This exclusive affair demonstrates impeccable execution, personalized touches, and a seamless flow that reflects the highest standards in private event excellence. It is a testament to the exceptional skill, creativity, and attention to detail exhibited by event professionals in creating unforgettable moments for their clients.
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BEST OVERALL PUBLIC EVENT - The Best Overall Public Event award at the ILEA Esprits recognizes an extraordinary gathering that captivates the public with its innovative design, flawless execution, and immersive experiences. This event sets the standard for excellence in the realm of live experiences, showcasing the pinnacle of creativity and professionalism in the events industry.
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BEST OVERALL WEDDING - The Best Overall Wedding award honors an exceptional celebration that showcases meticulous planning, impeccable execution, and a perfect blend of personal style. This event exemplifies the pinnacle of matrimonial bliss, where every detail is flawlessly curated, and the seamless orchestration reflects the expertise of a true event professional.
CATERED
The Catered category recognizes outstanding design and production of food and/or beverage for an event, or series of events.
EVENT CAPTURE
The Event Capture category recognizes outstanding capture of an event through photographs and/or video.
MARKETING CAMPAIGN
The Marketing Campaign category recognizes an outstanding event or series
of events that achieves
marketing objectives.
SCENIC DESIGN, INSTALLATION OR
EXHIBIT DESIGN
The Scenic Design, Installation or Exhibit Design category recognizes outstanding design and production of scenic/set design, temporary
installations and or exhibit
or tradeshow booths.
DESIGN/DECOR
The Design/Decor category recognizes outstanding design and production of decor elements for an event or
series of events.
INNOVATION
The Innovation category recognizes an outstanding new element or idea that elevates an event, or series of events.
MARKETING COLLATERAL
The Marketing Collateral category recognizes outstanding media material (print or digital) used to promote or provide engagement for an event
- in person, hybrid or virtual.
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION
The Technical Production category recognizes outstanding design and achievement of AV production and technology for an event or series of events.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION INTIATIVE
The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Initiative category recognizes an outstanding event, or series of events that Creates cultural inclusion and belonging, through workplace and/or attendee diversity, diversity intelligence & vendor/supplier diversity.
LOGISTICS
The Logistics category recognizes outstanding problem solving for complex logistical challenges required to execute an event, event element, or series of events.
MULTI-DAY
The Multi-Day category recognizes an outstanding event spanning the course of more than one day with set up and breakdown days are
not included.
VIRTUAL
The Virtual category recognizes an outstanding event or series of events for a 100% virtual audience who are able to participate in real time.
ENTERTAINER/
ENTERTAINMENT
The Entertainer/Entertainment category recognizes an outstanding entertainer or entertainment production for an event or series of events.
MAKES AN IMPACT
/GIVES BACK
The Makes an Impact/Gives Back category recognizes the positive social, environmental, or cultural impact of an event or series of events.
PLANNING
The Planning category recognizes outstanding achievement in planning
for live event.
2023 Winners
CATERED
Foodz Catering for a Wedding
Lago Custom Events for a Public Event
Thomas Caterers of Distinction for a Corporate Event
DESIGN/DECOR
BeEvents for a Association/Non-profit Event
Bright Ideas Events for a Corporate Event
R5 Event Design Inc. for a Private Individual Event
Sterler Productions for a Wedding
TK Events for a Public Event
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION INTIATIVE
MRG Events Ltd. for a Public Event
Silhouette Group for a Association/Non-profit Event
ENTERTAINER/ENTERTAINMENT
Hala Events & Communications Inc. for a
Association/Non-profit Event
Hala Events & Communications Inc. for a Public Event
Lenny Talarico Events for a Corporate Event
VEGAs Event Group for a Private Individual Event
EVENT CAPTURE
Ata-Girl Photography Co. LLC for a Wedding
IndyVisual for a Corporate Event
Sonoma County Vintners for a Public Event
INNOVATION
Wolters Kluwer for a Corporate Event
LOGISTICS
Encore Canada for a Public Event
Morgan Events for a Wedding
Silhouette Group for a Private Individual Event
Tolo Events for a Association/Non-profit Event
Tycoon Events for a Corporate Event
MAKES AN IMPACT/GIVES BACK
Atelier Events for a Private Individual Event
Encore Canada for a Public Event
Liberty & Company for a Association/Non-profit Event
Wolters Kluwer for a Corporate Event
MARKETING CAMPAIGN
Citizen Relations LP for a Public Event
MARKETING COLLATERAL
Aly Am Paperie for a Association/Non-profit Event
MULTI-DAY
CSI DMC for a Association/Non-profit Event
Encore Canada for a Public Event
Sequence Events for a Corporate Event
Silhouette Group for a Private Individual Event
Silhouette Group for a Wedding
PLANNING
Haute for a Association/Non-profit Event
Hello Destination Management for a Corporate Event
MOV Tours for a Public Event
Morgan Events for a Wedding
Wilkinson Rhodes for a Private Individual Event
SCENIC DESIGN, INSTALLATION OR EXHIBIT DESIGN
Bright Ideas Events for a Corporate Event
Greenscape Design & Decor for a Public Event
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION
AV Chicago for a Private Individual Event
Go2 Productions for a Public Event
Hello Destination Management for a Corporate Event
VIRTUAL
Athabasca University for a Private Individual Event
TK Events for a Corporate Event
