Entered by an individual, company or multi-companies who were responsible for the preparation, presentation and service of food or beverage. On or off-premise. 

 Entered by an individual, company or multi-companies who were responsible for the preparation, presentation and service of food or beverage. On or off-premise.

Individual, company or multiple companies who were hired to plan, coordinate, produce and direct an event from concept to completion. Examples of corporate events are conferences, trade shows, and meetings, or the welcome parties, closing parties, awards banquets, and marketing experiences at those events. If you have questions about whether your event is classified as a corporate or social event, email ileachicagosparkawards@gmail.com for assistance.

Submission must include a timeline, design boards, or supporting materials.

 Individual, company or multi-companies who planned or produced the creative service. Styled Shoots are not accepted.

Individual, company or multi-companies who planned or produced the creative service. Styled Shoots are not accepted. 

 Individual, company or multi-companies who planned or produced the creative service. Styled Shoots are not accepted.

This event features at least four, but no more than six, industry partners who each contributed valuable and significant components to the success of a single event, conference, or program.

Individual, company or multi-companies who were hired to plan, coordinate, produce and direct an event from concept to completion. Examples of these events are wedding, bar mitzvaha, birthday parties, Christmas parties the end client is an individual or NFP organization. If you have 

Submission must include a timeline, design boards or supporting materials. 

 The originator must have planned and produced the entertainment. The originator was directly responsible for all entertainment elements, which may include staging, performers, and technical support.

The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Initiative category recognizes an outstanding event or series of events that creates cultural inclusion and belonging, through workplace and/or attendee diversity, diversity intelligence & vendor/supplier diversity.

The Sustainable Event Excellence Award is dedicated to recognize and honor events that prioritize sustainability and environmental responsibility in their planning and execution. This award celebrates those who go above and beyond to reduce waste, lessen their carbon footprint, and implement eco-friendly practices.

This event features at least four, but no more than six, industry partners who each contributed valuable and significant components to the success of a single event, conference, or program.

The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes an individual who has given their time, dedication, leadership, and knowledge towards the advancement of the special events industries. The Lifetime Achievement Award is a nomination by an industry colleague.

This award recognizes individuals who have been a member of ILEA for a minimum of one (1) and a maximum of three (3) years, who display impressive talent, and who are likely to have a significant impact on the industry in years to come.

Individual, company or multiple companies who were hired to plan, coordinate, produce and direct an event from concept to completion. Examples of corporate events are conferences, trade shows, and meetings, or the welcome parties, closing parties, awards banquets, and marketing experiences at those events. If you have questions about whether your event is classified as a corporate or social event, email ileachicagosparkawards@gmail.com for assistance.

Submission must include a timeline, design boards, or supporting materials.

Individual, company or multi-companies who were hired to plan, coordinate, produce and direct an event from concept to completion. Examples of these events are wedding, bar mitzvaha, birthday parties, Christmas parties the end client is an individual or NFP organization. If you have 

Submission must include a timeline, design boards or supporting materials. 

 Individual, company or multi-companies who were hired to plan, coordinate, produce and direct an event from concept to completion. Submission must include a timeline, design boards or supporting materials. If you have questions about whether your event is classified as a corporate or social event, email ileachicagosparkawards@gmail.com for assistance.

Individual, company or multi-companies who were hired to plan, coordinate, produce and direct an event from concept to completion. Submission must include a timeline, design boards or supporting materials.

Entered by an individual, company or multi-companies who were responsible for the preparation, presentation and service of food or beverage. On or off-premise. 

 Entered by an individual, company or multi-companies who were responsible for the preparation, presentation and service of food or beverage. On or off-premise.

Entered by an individual, company or multi-companies who were responsible for the preparation, presentation and service of food or beverage. On or off-premise.(Examples include food truck, interactive food displays, interactive beverage display)

The originator must have planned, coordinated, and produced the services. (Examples include A/V and lighting)

 The originator must have planned, coordinated, and produced the services.

 The originator must have planned, coordinated, and produced the services.

The originator must have planned, coordinated, and produced the services. (Submission of a full gallery of event photos telling a brand or couple’s story)

The originator must have planned, coordinated, and produced the services. (Examples include graphics, video, or film)

Individual, company or multi-companies who planned or produced the creative service. Styled Shoots are not accepted. 

 Individual, company or multi-companies who planned or produced the creative service. Styled Shoots are not accepted.

 Individual, company or multi-companies who planned or produced the creative service. Styled Shoots are not accepted.

 The originator must have planned and produced the entertainment. The originator was directly responsible for all entertainment elements, which may include staging, performers, and technical support.

 The originator must have planned and produced the entertainment. The originator was directly responsible for all entertainment elements, which may include staging, performers, and technical support.