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The Awards in Melbourne

The CEO Magazine’s Executive of the Year Awards is the nation’s most prestigious business awards event. Held in Melbourne, the ceremony celebrates the individual excellence of senior executives and features some of the most highly sought-after accolades for top leaders across Australia.

Prestigious Awards categories

  • Banking, Financial Services and Insurance
  • Consumer and Lifestyle
  • Construction, Transport and Logistics
  • Energy and Mining
  • Healthcare
  • IT and Telecommunications
  • Manufacturing
  • Media
  • Not-For-Profit
  • Professional Services
  • Property Development and Real Estate

Cannot apply:

  • CEO of the Year*
  • Lifetime Achievement Award
  • 100% Human at Work Award

* You cannot apply for CEO of the Year. Winners from each sector will be submitted automatically.

Key Dates:

  • Applications Open: April 7
  • Applications Close: July 18
  • Finalists Announced: September 8
  • Winners Announced: November 12
  • Ceremony: November 12

600+
Attendees
14th
Annual Awards
14
Exclusive Award Categories

NEWS

Latest news

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Events like The CEO Magazine’s Executive of the Year Awards are so important as they allow professionals across multiple industries to come together to network, share experiences and celebrate their hard work over the years. There are few platforms to do this and this is why the Executive of the Year Awards is so important and valued in the business community.

Gina Rinehart
Executive Chair at Hancock Prospecting

PAST WINNERS

Award winner

Under the leadership of CEO James Thornton, Intrepid Travel has set a global benchmark for how businesses can successfully balance profitability with social responsibility. Thornton’s visionary approach earned him two prestigious accolades at The CEO Magazine’s 2024 Executive of the Year Awards, reinforcing his impact on the industry and beyond.

James Thornton, Intrepid Travel

2024 Winner - Overall CEO of the Year

HIGHLIGHTS
Celebrate your success and network with fellow leaders

It’s your time to applaud your hard work. Toast your company’s success during an evening of celebration complete with excellent wine, dancing and a gourmet three-course meal.

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AUDIENCE

Who’s in the room?

POWER PLAYERS DECISION-MAKERS ULTRA-HIGH-NET-WORTH INDIVIDUALS

The Awards attract Australia’s top decision-makers, influencers and highest income earners. There will be many opportunities for your brand to connect with our database through a mix of online and social campaigns.

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A$500k-1m+

AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME

25-65

YEARS OLD

42%

FEMALE

58%

MALE

20%

COMPANY
FOUNDERS

60%

C-SUITE

20%

DIRECTORS

JUDGES
This year’s judging panel

Faced with the difficult task of deciding on the final winner in their category, every judge is a well-respected expert within their industry and the wider business community.

SPONSORS

Current Sponsors

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MEDIA

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LOCATION
About the Location

The Star Sydney welcomes you to a world of luxury, with five-star accommodation, the city’s finest restaurants, the coolest selection of bars, and a truly world-class spa and casino on offer.

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PAST AWARDS
Previous Executive of the Year Awards

Celebrating 13 years of The CEO Magazine’s Executive of the Year Awards, we take a walk down our glitzy award lane to discover what new ventures our previous winners have set their sights on.

November, 2024
Sydney, AUSTRALIA
In person
2024 Executive of the Year Awards

The CEO Magazine’s 13th annual Executive of the Year Awards was a night to remember, with Australia’s biggest names in business celebrating their successes and impact at The Star Sydney.

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16 NOV 2023
Sydney, AUSTRALIA
In person
2023 Executive of the Year Awards

The best in business gathered at The Star in Sydney for The CEO Magazine’s 12th annual Executive of the Year Awards in 2023, celebrating another outstanding year of achievement, connection and excellence in the Australian corporate community.

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