Enterprise Learning Strategy of the Year

Data Insight: 94% of employees say they would stay at a company longer if it invested in their learning (LinkedIn Learning, 2024). 

Where learning is hardwired into business DNA. This award recognizes organizations that treat capability building as core to competitive advantage.

Most Innovative Use of Learning Technologies

Data Insight: 82% of companies are increasing investments in AI-powered learning platforms (Gartner, 2023). For those who are not digitizing learning—but reinventing it. Celebrating breakthrough use of technology that transforms access, experience, and outcomes.

Best Skilling Initiative for Future Readiness

Data Insight: 54% of the global workforce needs reskilling by 2027 (WEF, 2023). Honouring bold investments in tomorrow’s workforce, today. Recognizes programs that build critical, future-proof capabilities at scale.

Best Capability Academy or Internal University

Data Insight: Internal academies increase learning relevance by 70% (Deloitte, 2023). When the organization becomes the classroom—and the catalyst. This award applauds institutions building internal engines of growth and innovation.

Best Leadership Acceleration Program

Data Insight: Only 11% of organizations feel their leadership pipeline is strong (DDI, 2024). Recognizing systems that don’t wait for leaders to emerge—they build them. A category for organizations engineering their leadership pipeline with vision and velocity.

Emerging Leader Development Excellence

Data Insight: First-time managers influence 70% of team engagement (Gallup, 2024). The frontline is the proving ground for tomorrow’s leaders. Honours programs that shape high-potential talent into ready, real-world leaders.