ICONic Awards 2027Celebrating marketing excellence, innovation and impact in professional services If your team delivered work that made a difference in 2026, whether through a successful campaign, a lasting client program or a strategy that transformed the firm, this is your opportunity to give that work the recognition it deserves. Now in its second year, the ICONic Awards bring together the APAC professional services community to celebrate the people and teams driving real impact across business development, marketing, communications and client experience. Key Dates
Nominations Open
1 December 2026
Nominations Close
21 February 2027
Awards Ceremony
March 2028
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Precision Impact Award
Best Campaign — Brand, Practice or Service
For the campaign that hit its target with precision — sharp strategy, creative execution and measurable results that elevated a brand, practice or service line.
Narrative Impact Award
Marketing / Communication Excellence
For the team that shaped the story — compelling communications, thought leadership or content that shifted perception and strengthened the firm's voice.
Digital Dynamo Award
Best Use of Technology in BD / Marketing
For the team that harnessed technology, data or digital platforms to drive smarter business development, deepen engagement or transform marketing operations.
Client Champion
Outstanding Client Experience
For the team that put the client at the centre — delivering exceptional experiences, building deeper relationships and setting a new standard for client service.
Strategic Champion
Senior Marketing / BD Leader
For the leader who drove strategic change — aligning marketing and BD with firm-wide goals, building high-performing teams and delivering sustained, measurable impact.
Bright Spark
Rising Star
For the emerging talent who punched above their weight — bringing fresh thinking, energy and results that signal the future of professional services marketing.
Judging Rubric
Every nomination is assessed against these six criteria by our independent judging panel.
Strategic Thinking
Goals clearly defined; alignment with firm/practice strategy; audience targeting.
Innovation & Creativity
Fresh, bold ideas, use of new methods, channels of thinking.
Execution Excellence
The quality of delivery, project management discipline, overcoming challenges.
Measurable Impact
Clear metrics showing results (revenue, client engagement, brand lift, etc.)
Client-Centricity
The extent to which the work placed the client at the centre — deepening relationships, improving experience or driving client-focused outcomes.
Supporting Evidence
Quality and relevance of exhibits, testimonials and evidence provided.
Nomination Requirements
Ensure your submission covers each of these areas to give your nomination the strongest chance.
Written Summary
A clear, concise overview of the initiative, campaign or individual contribution (max 500 words).
Evidence of Impact
Supporting data, metrics, testimonials or case study results that demonstrate measurable outcomes.
Timeframe
The work must have been delivered or significantly progressed between January and December 2026.
Nominator Details
Full name, role and contact details of the person submitting the nomination along with their relationship to the nominee.
Approval
Nominations must be endorsed by a senior leader or line manager confirming the accuracy of the submission.
Supporting Materials
Optional attachments such as visuals, campaign assets, screenshots or short videos to bring your nomination to life.
Meet Our Judges
An independent panel of industry leaders will evaluate all nominations and select this year's winners.
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Coming SoonJudges Announcement Coming Soon
Our independent judging panel is currently being finalised. Check back soon for full profiles and bios — we'll update this page as judges are confirmed.
Winners will be announced at regional ICONic Awards lunches held across our Asia-Pacific network in March 2027, bringing together finalists, peers and industry leaders to celebrate excellence in BD, marketing and communications.
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