Strong teams are built on more than shared objectives. They grow through collaboration, effective communication, mutual appreciation and an environment where people feel that their contributions matter. When employees understand how their work supports wider organisational goals, they are more likely to feel engaged, take initiative and contribute to collective success

The International Brilliance Awards™ 2027 provides a platform to showcase this work across six programmes, with the 13th Annual awards ceremony on 28 January 2027 in London.

The deadline is approaching. With entries for the International Brilliance Awards™ 2027 closing on 9 November 2026, organisations have just days left to put forward the projects, people and collaborative efforts driving their success.

How Recognition Can Support Team Growth

Strengthening Employee Engagement

When contributions are recognised, employees can see how their work supports wider organisational objectives. Celebrating meaningful achievements can reinforce a sense of purpose, strengthen engagement and encourage continued commitment to shared goals.

Turning Achievements into Learning Opportunities

Reflecting on successful projects helps teams identify what worked, understand the challenges they overcame and apply those lessons to future initiatives. Recognition can therefore serve as more than a celebration: it can become a valuable opportunity for learning and continuous improvement.

Building a Culture of Appreciation

Acknowledging both individual contributions and collective achievements makes the people behind organisational progress more visible. This can help foster a workplace culture in which collaboration, initiative and shared success are valued.

Inspiring Future Ambitions

Celebrating milestones allows organisations to assess their progress and consider their next priorities. By recognising what teams have accomplished, businesses can build on their strengths and establish new ambitions for innovation, performance and growth.

Six Programmes: Opportunities to Showcase Team Achievements

Business Brilliance Awards™ – Recognising business excellence, strategic development, and organisational achievement.

HR Brilliance Awards™ – Celebrating people strategies, employee engagement initiatives, and human resources excellence.

Internal Communications Brilliance Awards™ – Recognising communication strategies that connect employees, strengthen workplace culture, and support organisational objectives.

Marketing & PR Brilliance Awards™ – Celebrating creative campaigns, strategic communications, and marketing initiatives that deliver meaningful results.

Sales & Revenue Brilliance Awards™ – Recognising sales performance, revenue growth, and effective commercial strategies.

Sustainability & ESG Brilliance Awards™ – Highlighting initiatives that advance environmental responsibility, social impact, and responsible governance.

Key Dates

• 9 November 2026: Extended entry deadline
• 23 November 2026: Finalists announced
• 28 January 2027: International Brilliance Awards™ ceremony, London

Explore the 2027 award programmes, review the available categories, and request your Entry Kit to learn more about eligibility and submission requirements.

About the International Brilliance Awards™

Founded in 2014, the International Brilliance Awards™ recognise work defined by clear thinking, strong execution, and meaningful business impact across organisations worldwide.

The International Brilliance Awards™ serve as the flagship programme of the Brilliance Awards family, which includes Business Brilliance Awards, HR Brilliance Awards, Internal Communications (IC) Brilliance Awards, Marketing & PR Brilliance Awards, Sales & Revenue Brilliance Awards, and Sustainability & ESG Brilliance Awards.

Each programme focuses on a distinct area of organisational performance, while maintaining a consistent standard of evaluation through an independent, blind judging process.