Gala Awards
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Gala Award Nominees AnnouncedNov 19, 2008 6:04 AM The Special Events Magazine Advisory Board today released the list of entries nominated to receive a Gala Award, the most prestigious prize in special events. The winners will be named Jan. 30 at The Special Event 2009 in San Diego.... |
News about the 2008 Gala Awards Competition
This year's competition is open to events that have taken place between Sept. 1, 2007, and Aug. 31, 2008. Events that place after Aug. 31 may be entered in next year's competition.
The Special Events Magazine Advisory Board revised some of the rules for this year's competition. Highlights are:
- entries must be anonymous
- entries must include a budget and a timeline
- entries based primarily on donations (e.g., events at The Special Event) are no longer eligible
Also, this year's competition features a broader budget array in the "Decor" categories to include more-expensive decor installations. And, our terms have been made clearer to reflect the international reach of the competition. (For example, the "Best Fair/Festival" category is not a good fit for exhibits at "trade fairs"; these entries are now directed to the "Best Event Marketing" category.)
HOW TO ENTER THIS YEAR'S GALA COMPETITION
1) Download this year's entry form
2) Review the instructions carefully!
3) Use the Gala Budget template for all entries
For an interactive versiobn of the template, click below.
2008 Interactive Gala Budget Template
4) Pay by check or credit card (form here)
5) Questions? Click here to e-mail your question to us.
Tips On Winning A Gala Award
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Galas Due Soon; Tips on EnteringAug 19, 2008 4:48 PM Gala madness has begun: Entries are due Sept. 5--but Sept. 12 is fine, too.... |
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