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The People & Places Awards, a fresh initiative from PRWeek, are designed to celebrate excellence in Europe and UK communications. 


This brand new scheme is designed to recognise outstanding workplaces that foster innovation and collaboration along with the talented individuals who are shaping the future of the industry. 


These awards aim to spotlight the leaders, teams, and environments that are truly transforming the communications landscape for the better.


There are 26 categories to choose from which cover the scope of this industry. Including, people categories looking at newcomers and leaders, along with specialist and organisation categories. For all entry criteria download our entry kit below! 


The new scheme replaces PRWeek Best Places to Work and PRWeek 30 under 30, and will be judged by a team of industry experts.

Winners will be revealed on Tuesday 29 April at the Ham Yard Hotel – more awards night info to come!



Event Entry Pricing

 Final entry deadline: 23 January 2025 (23:59 GMT)

People and Specialist Categories: £500

Gold Categories: £600

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ENTRY KIT

A NOTE FROM PRWEEK


PRWeek is proud to launch this new set of awards for 2024: the PRWeek People & Places Awards.

This new scheme will shine a spotlight on the individuals and workplaces that are making a real difference in the world of PR. By recognising both the people behind the work and the places where impactful PR takes place, these awards aim to showcase the talent and creativity that drive our industry forward.

John Harrington, UK Editor, PRWeek

WHY ENTER THIS NEW AWARDS SCHEME?

Apart from making history by winning at the first ever PRWeek People and Places awards... check out the other reasons why you should enter below

CELEBRATE YOUR SUPERSTARS

Show off your team’s talent and achievements, highlighting the amazing work your people do across all levels of your business. PRWeek People and Places recognises those right at the start of their career and those in senior positions. Check out our categories

BOOST YOUR BRAND

Winning (or even being shortlisted) puts your company in the spotlight, making you stand out in the PR world. Whether you're looking to attract new talent or bring on new clients winning an award backed by PRWeek, the UK's leading PR and comms publication will help elevate your organsiations reputation 

TEAM MORALE BOOSTER

Give your people and organisation the well-deserved limelight! Roll out the red carpet and let them shine for all the hard work and creativity they bring

AMPLIFY YOUR WIN

If you're a winner at these awards, shout about your success even more with our amplification package

You’ve had a cracking night out, you’ve picked up an award, you’ve slept off the celebrations, but do the people that really matter know you’ve won big?

We’re here to help. We want to get your win out there, to the audience, in front of prospective clients (and competitors!).

That’s why we’ve put together an instant shout-about-it package: quick turnaround content that won’t destroy your marketing budget.


WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE AMPLIFICATION PACKAGE?

2025 CATEGORIES

There are 26 categories to choose from which cover the scope of this industry. Including, people categories looking at newcomers and leaders, along with specialist and organisation categories. 


PEOPLE CATEGORIES

These categories provide a great way to celebrate the top talent in PR agencies and in-house roles, highlighting the creativity and skill that drives our industry.


Want your name featured alongside the top talent in PR?

Just like the iconic PRWeek 30 Under 30 winners, being selected will align your name with some of the brightest stars in PR.

Here’s the deal:

For each category, up to 5 winners will be chosen. The winners from the People categories will make up a curated list that will be featured in an exclusive editorial announcement published by PRWeek.

People categories: under 10 years experience

Consultancy – Corporate Covering

Consultancy – Consumer

Consultancy – All-rounders

In-House – Private Sector

In-House – Public/Third Sector

People categories: over 10 years experience

Consultancy – Corporate

Consultancy – Consumer

Consultancy – All-rounders

In-House – Private Sector

People Categories: Industry Newcomer (less than 3 years’ experience)

Consultancy – Corporate

Consultancy – Consumer

Consultancy – All-rounders

In-House – Private Sector

In-House – Public/Third Sector


GOLD CATEGORIES

These categories seek to celebrate employers that have demonstrated exceptional leadership, employee engagement, and commitment to creating a workplace that fosters growth, innovation, and collaboration.

Entries are open to any agencies or in-house teams operating within Europe. Entries should focus on the last 2 years and can include any ongoing activity. Organisations may submit entries on behalf of themselves or others and may enter any number of times.


Gold: Large Consultancy (100+ employees)

Gold: Mid-Size Consultancy (30 to 99 employees)

Gold: Small Consultancy (2-29 employees)

Gold: In-House – Private Sector

Gold: In-House – Public Sector


SPECIALISTS CATEGORIES

These questions focus on a specific pillar of culture. Agencies and in-house teams must enter a Gold category in order to enter a Specialist category.


The entry process for these categories will be via an online application form. The entry process is quick and simple, with specific questions for each category.


Best Internship/Apprenticeship Scheme Award

Diversity & Inclusion Award

Mental Health Champion Award

Rewards & Benefits Award

Sustainability

Training & Development Award

CHAIR JUDGES


JAMES LUSHER

Director of External Communications, Virgin Media O2



CLARE PARSONS

Director and Co-Founder, Lansons


AWARDS CEREMONY

Tuesday 29 April | Ham Yard Hotel

Join us to celebrate the first ever PRWeek People and Places awards ceremony at the Ham Yard Hotel, London. A chic, luxury boutique hotel located in the heart of Soho – a stones through away from Piccadilly Circus. 

Tickets go on sale February 2025 – make sure you enter now and be a part of this brand new awards

KEY DATES

Early Bird entry deadline: Thursday 28 November 2024

Standard entry deadline: Thursday 19 December 2024

Late entry deadline: 16 January 2025

FINAL CHANCE! Extended entry deadline: 23 January 2025

Shortlist announced: February 2025

Awards ceremony: April 2025


PRICES

PEOPLE & SPECIALIST CATEGORY PRICES

Entry early bird price 

£350.00


Standard entry deadline price 

£450.00


Late entry deadline price

£500.00


Extended entry deadline price

£500.00

GOLD CATEGORY PRICES

Entry early bird price 

£450.00

Standard entry deadline price 

£550.00

Late entry deadline price

£600.00

Extended entry deadline price

£600.00

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