The 2026 ACE Awards are being held on 5 November.
This year’s refreshed awards programme showcases excellence in consulting, elevates the business of consulting and delivery, and celebrates culturally competent practice and strong client relationships across Aotearoa.
What are the ACE Award categories this year?
While the expressions of interest for the 2026 ACE Awards have closed, here are the new award categories:
- Ace of Collaboration
- Ace of Impact
- Ace of Innovation
- Ace of Relationships
- Ace of Sustainability
- Ace of Value
- Ace of Small Business
- Ace of Medium Business
- Ace of Large Business
For more information about the awards visit our awards platform.
Which ACE Award categories will open later?
- He Tohu Auroa
- Emerging Leader Award
- Diversity and Inclusion Award
- Futurespace Award
Key dates for 2026
- 6 May: Shortlisted entrants notified
- 13 May: ACE Awards submissions open
- 22 June: ACE Awards submissions close
- July and August: Judging takes place
- 8 September: Finalists notified
- 5 November: ACE Awards Gala
Check out the latest ACE Awards news
Contact
For any 2026 ACE Awards enquiries, please get in touch with the team:
Yasmin Rudman-Cruse // ACE Awards Operations Co-ordinator // yasmin@acenz.org.nz
Hannah Bryce // General Manager of Engagement // hannah@acenz.org.nz