Global CFO Excellence Awards

Celebrating Financial Leadership on a Global Scale Behind every successful business strategy is a Chief Financial Officer driving it forward. The Global CFO Excellence Awards, hosted by Acquisition International, shine a spotlight on the financial leaders who are not only safeguarding their organisation’s bottom line but actively fuelling growth, innovation & resilience. Now in its latest edition, this annual programme honours CFOs across all sectors and regions who demonstrate exceptional leadership, strategic insight, and financial expertise. Whether managing complex budgets, guiding organisations through economic uncertainty, or driving transformative change, these individuals are the backbone of sustainable success. At Acquisition International, our mission is to empower and elevate the CFOs who are shaping the future of business. By participating in the Global CFO Excellence Awards, you will: Gain recognition for your leadership in financial strategy, innovation & governance Showcase your impact in building long-term resilience and driving sustainable growth Enhance your professional credibility with a globally respected accolade that distinguishes both established CFOs and rising financial leaders This is an opportunity to be celebrated not just for managing the numbers—but for leading with vision, integrity, and strategic foresight.   Our Approach We believe in recognising achievement based on merit—not popularity or external votes. This is not a pay-to-win programme, nor is it a social media contest. Each nominee is considered carefully by our in-house research and judging team. We assess candidates based on their professional accomplishments, strategic impact, leadership qualities, and their ability to create value in challenging and evolving markets. Recognition is earned—never bought.   Who Can Enter? The Global CFO Excellence Awards 2025 are open to: Chief Financial Officers and senior financial leaders in all industries Finance professionals within public companies, private firms, non-profits & government bodies Leaders from organisations of any size, from startups to global enterprises Whether you’ve transformed financial operations, navigated high-stakes investment decisions, implemented sustainability-linked strategies, or empowered your team to thrive—we want to hear your story. Final award categories are shaped by the nominations we receive, ensuring the programme stays relevant, inclusive & representative of today’s financial landscape.   How to Nominate Nominations are now open! You can nominate yourself, a colleague, a client, or any outstanding financial leader whose work deserves global recognition. The process is quick, free, and open to all. Submit your nomination today and help us celebrate the world’s leading CFOs.   Nominations are now open – if you or someone you know is setting a new standard in financial leadership, we want to hear about it.