Celebrating the leaders who don’t just shape business, they elevate it.
Celebrating leaders who influence progress, inspire people, and drive meaningful change.
The Business Leader Awards from Acquisition International recognise individuals whose leadership shapes strategy, sparks innovation, empowers teams, and delivers measurable impact. These awards honour those who excel in their roles and elevate the people and organisations around them.
Our winners, whether guiding dynamic start-ups or transforming global enterprises, share a common strength. They lead with purpose, create positive change, and leave a lasting influence on their industry.
If you demonstrate influential, innovative, impactful and people focused leadership, register your interest today.
Why Take Part?
🏆 Recognition – Showcase your leadership achievements and the impact you have made
📈 Influence – Strengthen your personal brand and inspire others through your work
🏅 Credibility – Gain independent acknowledgment of your accomplishments
🌍 Visibility – Share your success with a global business audience
🧰 Resources – Access tools to promote your award and amplify your story
Who Can Enter?
The awards are open to leaders across all sectors and regions. We recognise individuals who demonstrate influence, innovation, people focused leadership, strategic thinking and measurable impact. There are no restrictions on company size. Entries are welcomed from SMEs, scale ups and multinational organisations.
What We Recognise
Nominees are evaluated on key qualities that define exceptional leadership, including:
💡 Innovation and strategic thinking – Introducing new ideas, anticipating change and driving progress
🚀 Impact and transformation – Delivering measurable results and enabling organisational growth
🤝 People focused leadership – Empowering teams, fostering positive culture and leading with integrity
🌟 Influence and industry contribution – Shaping conversations, setting standards and inspiring others
How It Works
The Business Leader Awards 2026 are judged through Acquisition International’s independent, merit-based process. Every award is earned through genuine achievement and is never influenced by commercial packages or pay to play models. This ensures fair and impartial recognition.
Acknowledgement – Be identified through our internal research or submit a short form to highlight your achievements. Internal Review – Each nomination is assessed against criteria such as innovation, impact, leadership approach and influence. Results – Winners are contacted by our awards coordinator and guided through the next steps. Promotion – All winners receive a complimentary marketing toolkit and online listing, with optional upgrades for enhanced exposure.
Ready to Showcase Your Achievements?
If you are a leader driving innovation, empowering people and making a meaningful impact in your industry, the Business Leader Awards 2026 invite you to take part.
Register your interest today and be recognised for the influence and impact you bring to the world of business.
