Nominations & Referrals
Official Nominations Campaign Partner
2021 Nominations are now closed!
Thank you to everyone who submitted a nomination for this year's Awards!
If you have submitted a nomination, please ensure that you are available for the key dates as outlined below.
If you missed the deadline and would like to refer a candidate for 2021, please use the link. Referrals can be submitted at any time.
There is no charge to enter the BBBAwards.
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Determine if the nominee is a Rising Star or Senior Leader
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Determine which category best fits the nominee's career
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Is the nominee an entrepreneur or a professional?
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Submit a Nomination! Use the PDF forms for guidance
Watch the video below for top tips on submitting your nomination
Please note that this video was recorded last year and any dates highlighted in the video are not applicable. Please refer to the documentation for key dates and deadlines
Awards Categories and Key Dates
Rising Star
A black professional that is under 35 and under (at time of application) and is excelling in their pursuit of a business career, exceeding expectations – the one to watch.
Senior Leader
An outstanding black senior executive with over 10 years’ experience. Expert in their field, manager of significant population or projects or budget(s) or strategy – an inspiration and game changer.
Arts and Media
includes all media, design, fashion, performance art, publishing and advertising
Consumer Luxury
includes food, beverage, household goods, retail, leisure, cosmetics and luxury goods
Entrepreneur
operating their own business or social enterprise for over 18 months as at 12 April 2021
Financial Services
includes banks, brokers, payment services, insurance companies, credit card funds and regulators
Professional Services
includes law, accounting, management consultancy and in-house professionals
STEM
includes health, industries, telecoms, pharmaceuticals, transport and energy
Judging Day
Wednesday, 16 June 2021
Awards Ceremony
Thursday, 7 October 2021
