The 2020 Gartner Communications Awards
Celebrating global excellence in communications
Showcasing great communication
Since 2011, the Gartner Communications Awards has been the leading event for recognizing communications initiatives from around the world. Our aim is to support and showcase the great work of communicators who have achieved real, measurable business outcomes in their organizations.
Get global recognition
If you and your team have delivered a successful communications project, whether communicating through major change, engaging employees around a new initiative, shaping your corporate culture, or any other topic, we want to hear from you.
A category for every initiative
Communications comprises so much more than writing press releases and companywide emails. But you already know that. It takes exceptional individuals and high-performing teams to deliver game-changing communications, which is why our awards recognize the many aspects of your work. View the 2020 categories.
Key dates
6 January 2020 |
Entries open |
27 March 2020 |
Entries close (Extended Deadline) |
June 2020 |
Finalists announced |
July/August 2020 |
Live online event/finalist showcase and winners announced |
Attend the awards
We’ll announce the winners at a free live online event that gives you access to exclusive research, Q&A and insight into the winning entries.
Join your peers from around the world
Why virtual? To make this event truly global and inclusive. Tune in to the live online event in July/August to join your peers from around the world in celebrating communications excellence. The 2019 event was attended by communicators from more than 25 countries, a testament to the awards’ international reach and the great opportunity they provide communications practitioners to connect.
Make it a team event
The virtual format of these awards is perfect for gathering your team and putting a spin on the usual learning and development session. Challenge your team members to take notes on the featured entries and brainstorm solutions to your projects. Or, why not make it a team occasion and throw a viewing party? Whether it’s an after-work event, a lunchtime huddle or a breakfast social, this is a great opportunity to get everyone together.
Registration to attend the event will open soon.
2019 winners and finalists
Our panel of judges selected 64 finalists from a formidable list of submissions from 25 countries. The shortlist showcases truly innovative, impressive and inspiring initiatives from communications teams of all sizes and industries.
Winners came from a wide range of industries, including aviation, management consulting, financial services, credit reporting and chemicals. You can watch the 2019 awards ceremony and winners’ announcements by clicking on the following links.