The Scottish Event Awards unveil 2025 shortlist

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The Scottish events industry is set to celebrate its brightest talents and outstanding achievements with the Scottish Event Awards, taking place on 24 April at Edinburgh Corn Exchange.

The shortlist has now been unveiled, with a wide array of nominees competing for top honours. The awards cover key areas such as event/festival planning, production, sustainability, and technology.

Recognising excellence across a diverse range of categories, the rebranded Scottish Event Awards (formerly the E Awards) aim to shine a spotlight on the country’s most creative, innovative, and impactful events and the organisations and teams that bring them to life.

The Scottish Event Awards are made possible thanks to sponsors like Catalyst Event Production Services, who are supporting the Rising Star 2025 award in memory of Stephen Tooth. A respected industry figure, Stephen generously shared his knowledge, making this tribute a fitting honour.

The nominees include:

Rising Star 2025 in Memory of Stephen Tooth – Sponsored by Catalyst Event Production Services

  • Callum Ridley
  • Ellie Hair
  • Katie Craigen
  • Jessica Hippey
  • Jordan Gorman

Best Sustainable Event – Sponsored by LNER

Glasgow Coffee Festival

TRMSNT 2024

World Indoor Athletic Championships Glasgow 2024

Best Corporate Event – Sponsored by BIG Partnership

  • Big Small Business Festival
  • CCUS 2024
  • Invest2Scale

Best In-House Events Planner or Team – Sponsored by 360 Event Hire

  • CoreView – Jemma Richards
  • Glasgow Life Museums
  • Net Zero Technology Centre – Sophie Burns
  • University of Edinburgh – Event Management Community
  • Scottish Renewables

The full list of nominees can be found at https://eventit.org.uk/scottish-event-awards/

Judith Wilson, events director at EVENTIT, said: “The response to the 2025 Scottish Event Awards has been phenomenal. The quality of entries showcases the sheer breadth of talent and vision in our industry, and we are thrilled to celebrate those who make Scotland’s events truly world-class. These awards stand as a tribute to the ingenuity, passion, and dedication that drive our industry forward – ensuring that every effort is recognised, judged fairly, and celebrated with authenticity.”

Laura Schwartz, former head of events at The White House during the Clinton administration and judge, commented: “These awards highlight the extraordinary dedication and creativity within Scotland’s event sector. The sheer range of categories reflects the industry’s strength and depth, and we look forward to celebrating the winners who continue to elevate the standards of excellence.”

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