Agency Leader of the Year

This award recognises an agency professional who, in the last 12 months, demonstrated exceptional leadership that positively impacted their team, clients, and the wider industry.

Submission Requirements:

  • Respond to all four criteria questions below
  • Maximum 350 words per question
  • Submissions must be based on achievements or leadership impact during the last 12 months.
  • Support your answers with evidence such as:
    • Team feedback
    • Business metrics
    • Client testimonials
    • Relevant case studies

Award Criteria:

  • About the Nominee – Provide an overview of the nominee, including their current role and background within the agency or broader industry.
  • What Makes Their Leadership Stand Out in the Last 12 Months? – Describe the nominee’s leadership style, approach, and values. Highlight how they led through change, inspired others, or made bold decisions in this period.
  • What Impact Have They Had? – Present measurable evidence from the last 12 months, demonstrating their influence on areas such as team development, business growth, client success, or industry recognition.
  • Why Do They Deserve This Award Now? – Explain why the last 12 months have been a defining period for their leadership. Emphasize the relevance and timeliness of their nomination.
Nomination Form
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What you need before applying

Make sure you have the following ready to upload:

  • Legal/business registration proof
    Document showing the legal form and ownership of your business (e.g. certificate of incorporation or equivalent).
  • Business registration & tax ID
    Your official business registration number and/or tax registration number.
  • Business bank account proof
    A bank letter or statement in the business name.
  • One recommendation letter
    From an IATA airline, a GDS (e.g. Amadeus, Sabre), or a major travel industry supplier.
  • Travel-services licence (if applicable)
    Only needed if your country requires a licence to sell travel services.
  • Signed TIDS Terms & Conditions
    These are included in the application and must be accepted before submitting.