Welcome to the ACEx Award Nominations! Each year, ACE Spirit Week honors individuals, businesses, and organizations across music, arts, culture, education, and technology who are leading with love, passion, and dedication to their craft. Our theme this year is “Lead with Love,” emphasizing the power of commitment and care in creating meaningful impact.
Nomination Information:
Whether you’re nominating yourself or someone else, the ACEx Award recognizes those who embody excellence in their field and work passionately toward impactful goals.
- Nominations for 2025 are open until the end of January, with winners notified Mid February. Awardees will be celebrated throughout ACE Spirit Week, taking place April 20-27, Award Show on May 3rd.
- Awardees will receive:
Official ACEx Award, featured recognition during the week in person-social media, and the opportunity to participate in a panel discussion on Conference Day and be honored at the Unity Mixer. The ACEx Award Show will take place on **May 3rd** to celebrate the achievements of our 2025 honorees.
Award Criteria and Evaluation:
The ACEx Award honors people of all ages and backgrounds who demonstrate excellence in their field and work passionately toward impactful goals. Each application will be reviewed by a board of respected creatives and leaders of excellence, evaluating nominees based on the following criteria:
1. Dedication to Craft: Evidence of skill, commitment, and ongoing efforts to excel in their chosen field.
2. Innovation and Impact: Clear examples of work that brings fresh ideas, creativity, and positive influence to their field.
3. Alignment with the “Lead with Love” Theme: How the nominee’s work reflects love, care, and dedication to creating a lasting impact.
4. Human Attributes: Consideration of qualities like integrity, empathy, and resilience that enhance their contributions.
Nominees may reapply each year with new projects or focuses, allowing them to showcase their continued growth and dedication. Applications should include evidence of work (such as portfolios or project files) and a personal perspective on how their work embodies excellence.
Important Dates:
- Nominations Close: End of January 2025
- ACE Spirit Week: April 20-27, 2025
- Unity Mixer: April 25 (evening)
- Conference Day (CultureCon): April 26 (with awardee panel discussion)
- ACEx Award Show: May 3, 2025
Help us celebrate the leaders of tomorrow and the changemakers of today by submitting a nomination for the ACEx Awards. Whether you’re applying for yourself or nominating someone else, we’re excited to recognize the excellence that shapes our community!
