UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, has announced the launch of the 2019 UFI Awards.
Organisers, venue operators and service providers are all encouraged to enter and share best practice across five categories: HR management, digital innovation, marketing, operations & services, and sustainable development.
The deadline for all awards applications is 1 March 2019. Awards are managed and led by UFI working groups, and the winners will be officially recognised at the 2019 UFI Global Congress.
UFI managing director Kai Hattendorf commented: “UFI’s award scheme is focused on identifying and sharing best practices in our industry, and highlighting forward-looking, innovative solutions.
“Sharing experiences in this way strengthens our industry, and helps us to develop new ideas. Presented at the UFI Congress, the UFI Awards are a globally sought-after recognition, and everybody in the industry benefits from the shared knowledge.”
The respective themes for the awards are:
– HR Award: “Employer branding: How to attract and retain key skills”
– Digital Innovation: “What is Digital Innovation for you”
– Marketing: “Best influencer campaign”
– Operations & Services: “Productivity improvements using SMART technology”
– Sustainable Development: “Best sustainable development communication”
Pictured above: the 2018 UFI Awards winners
