August 22, 2025
By Mansi Soni

The wait is over. The stage is set.

We are thrilled to announce the finalists for the Cvent Excellence Awards 2025.

Event professionals and hospitality leaders from across Europe have raised the bar with experiences that inspire, connect, and transform.

From delivering seamless in-person and hybrid moments to reshaping the way we think about meetings, travel, and partnerships, each finalist has showcased innovation, creativity, and impact at the highest level.

Here’s how we’re celebrating their achievements at the 2025 Excellence Awards Europe.

Celebrating Innovation at Cvent Excellence Awards Europe

The winners of the 2025 Cvent Excellence Awards Europe will be revealed live during the awards ceremony at Cvent CONNECT Europe on 15th October at the InterContinental London – The O2.

This special evening will bring together event professionals and hospitality leaders from across the region to honour the creativity, innovation, and impact of this year’s finalists.

Don’t miss the celebration. Register today to be part of the evening and experience the awards live at Cvent CONNECT Europe.

2025 Excellence Awards Europe Finalists - Event Professionals

Best Hybrid Experience

  • University of Oxford, Pandemic Sciences Institute
  • Outsystems
  • University of Salford, Conference Office

Best In-Person Experience

  • O'vation Audience Relationship Team
  • British Insurance Brokers Association
  • St James's Place

Meaningful Impact

  • World Travel & Tourism Council
  • Energy Network Association
  • JA Europe AISBL

Cvent Advocate of the Year

  • NASUWT – Sammy Connell
  • Reed & Mackay – Andy Forshaw
  • EY – Paul Gibbons

Outstanding Total Event Programme

  • Fastmarkets
  • Eli Lilly & Company
  • Bayer

Cvent Partner of the Year

  • Pg7 GmbH
  • The Turner Agency
  • Kaptiva Sports

Cvent Newcomer of the Year

  • Association of Dental Implantology
  • MADFEST
  • Top Employers Institute
     

2025 Excellence Awards Europe Finalists - Hospitality Professionals


Portfolio Powerhouse

  • Clermont Hotel Group Limited
  • Starhotels
  • Edwardian Hotels London

MICE Game Changer

  • SLS Barcelona
  • Grand Hyatt Barcelona
  • Van der Valk Hotel Schiphol

Planner’s Best Partner

  • Paris Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel & Conference Center
  • Novotel London West
  • Fairmont Monte Carlo

Hospitality Advocate of the Year

  • Afra Koers (Radisson Group)
  • Laura Baroncelli (Starhotels)
  • Ana Montejano (Madrid Marriott Auditorium Hotel & Conference Center) 

Corporate Travel Champion

  • D-EDGE
  • HotelREZ Hotels and Resorts
  • Minor Hotel Group

Destination Marketing Leader

  • London & Partners
  • VisitMalta Incentives & Meetings
  • Dublin Convention Bureau 

Venue DirectoryChampion of the Year

  • BWH Hotels
  • Radisson Hotel Group
  • Axiom Hospitality

Be Part of the Celebration!

Join us live from anywhere!

Register now to attend Cvent CONNECT Europe virtually and be part of the excitement as we reveal the winners of the 2025 Excellence Awards.

Want to learn more about the programme or how you can take part in the future? Visit our website for details on submissions and recognition opportunities.

Questions? Reach out anytime at excellenceawards@cvent.com - we’d love to hear from you.

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Mansi Soni

Meet Mansi, the content maestro, who transforms ideas into compelling narratives. With over 12 years of experience in the B2B SaaS content marketing arena and more than 9 years dedicated to the travel and hospitality industry, she has mastered the art of storytelling that captivates and engages the audience. Mansi spearheads the content production team at Cvent for the Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa regions. When she's not weaving words, you can find her creating beautiful glass paintings, sampling new ice cream flavors, or engaging in family game nights.

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