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.
Submissions for the 2026 ACE Awards are now closed.
What are the ACE Award categories this year?
- 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
- He Tohu Auroa
- Emerging Leader Award
- Diversity and Inclusion Award
- Futurespace Award
For more information about the 2026 ACE Awards, visit our awards platform.
Key dates for 2026
- 3 March: Expression of interest opens
- 31 March: Expression of interest closes
- 6 May: Shortlisted entrants notified
- 13 May: ACE Awards submissions open (shortlisted entrants only)
- 13 May: Submissions open for He Tohu Auroa, Emerging Leader, Diversity and Inclusion and Futurespace Awards
- 22 June: All 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