This award recognises an individual who actively promotes wellbeing and a positive workplace culture within their organisation.

We are looking for someone who inspires others to prioritise health and balance. They demonstrate a commitment to creating an environment where colleagues can thrive personally and professionally.

• Initiatives that support physical and emotional health
• Encouraging healthy habits and work-life balance among colleagues
• Creating programs or activities that improve overall workplace wellbeing
• Inspiring others to participate in wellness programs
• Championing wellbeing as a core part of organisational culture
• Creativity and innovation in wellness initiatives
• Ability to inspire and influence positive change

This award recognises an individual whose dedication, influence and contribution to the profession have been exceptional over the course of their career.

We are looking for someone who has consistently demonstrated excellence, inspired colleagues, and left a lasting impact on their organisation or profession. This award celebrates those whose achievements have shaped the industry and set a benchmark for others to follow.

• Achievements that have made a significant and lasting impact
• Introducing new ways of working or improving industry standards
• Supporting the development of colleagues and peers
• Leaving a positive mark in their organisation or industry
• Setting benchmarks for excellence and inspiring future generations
• Influence on colleagues and the profession

This award is open to any Chief of Staff who demonstrates exceptional leadership, strategic insight and the ability to drive organisational success.

We are looking for an individual who not only supports executives at the highest level but also acts as a true partner in shaping strategy, enabling teams and delivering results. This award recognises those who bring vision, influence and operational excellence to their organisation.

• Supporting senior executives in achieving organisational goals
• Balancing strategic priorities with operational delivery
• Proactively addressing challenges and anticipating opportunities
• Building strong relationships across the organisation
• Upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity
• Leadership, influence and ability to drive results

This award is not available for nominations.

The lucky passport winner for this award has been personally handpicked by The PA Way Founder, Skevi Constantinou. This is someone whom Skevi feels has stepped into their light to own their worth with zero apologies and is destined for magic!

The nominee will have:

• Been an active member of the profession both in person and online
• Dedicated their self-discovery journey to want to achieve results
• Smashed their goals and inspire change
• Overcome challenges to level up!

The world is full of possibilities and endless dreams.

This award is to celebrate an individual who dreams of a better tomorrow and takes meaningful action today to make it happen.

The nominee may demonstrate impact through:

• Volunteering their time to charitable causes or community initiatives
• Leading or participating in project work that supports social good
• Offering professional skills or expertise to help others
• May have raised funds for causes or charitable organisations
• Organising creative fundraising projects
• Acting as an advocate for meaningful change within their community or organisation
• Driving awareness and engagement to projects

This award is to celebrate dream teams and the power of collaboration!

We recognise teams who empower and inspire one another to level up, push boundaries and create a world of possibility together.

We are looking for a team who deliver a high level service for their organisation.

The dream team could cover the following requirements :

• To have delivered an outstanding project and collaborated well
• To have created an internal network which sees assistants flourish
• Delivered an exceptional project or initiative
• Supporting each other, empowering their colleagues and communicating effectively
• Aligning on the company vision
• Celebrating collective and individual achievements

This award is open for anyone who is making waves throughout the profession through their dedication and commitment.

Judges will be looking for someone who has had influence on or made a difference within their organisation perhaps by working on a project, sharing positivity within the office or someone who challenges the status quo.

Things to consider could include:

• Dedication to their organisation and the profession
• Act with excellence and integrity
• Goes above and beyond expectations
• Thinking outside the box and over delivering on what is expected
• Executes a plan and delivers high results
• Implements new ways of working and vision
• Positively impacts colleagues and organisational culture

This award is open for anyone who is a Virtual Assistant within the profession.

We are looking for an individual who truly encompasses the role of a VA and continues to work with clients to grow their business.

The nominee could cover the following:

• Dedication to working as a VA by offering outstanding support to their clients
• Delivery of good business practice and executive presence
• Showcasing of learning, development and their skill set
• Being an advocate of good practice for the VA sector
• Operating with professionalism, integrity, and clear processes
• Promoting best practice within the VA industry

This award is open for anyone who is a administrative professional such as office manager, administrator, front of house and beyond.

The nominee could cover the following:

• Outstanding customer/client service
• Professionalism, organisation and high levels of communication
• Willingness to learn new processes or methods to make the role efficient
• Working well within a team but can handle working on their own especially under pressure
• Willingness to learn new processes or adopt innovative methods
• Supporting others while also thriving when working independently

This award is open to any Personal Assistant (PA) or Executive Assistant (EA), regardless of years of service, who exemplifies excellence in their role.

We are looking for individuals who thrive as assistants, consistently deliver outstanding support and demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional growth. This award recognises those who not only excel in their own work but also contribute to the development and reputation of the profession.

The nominee could cover the following:

• Dedication and overall accomplishments within their organisation
• Delivering good business practice and executive presence
• Showcasing learning, development and their skill set
• Demonstrating commitment to the profession through promotion,
• Networking
• Sharing best practice
• Being an advocate for the industry