New Zealand’s Business Events Stars Named as Finalists for The Bizzies Awards 2026

The Bizzies Awards 

The finalists for The Bizzies Awards 2026 have been announced, recognising excellence, innovation and leadership across New Zealand’s business events industry.

Now in its second year, The Bizzies Awards celebrate the people, organisations and initiatives delivering outstanding outcomes across Aotearoa New Zealand’s business events sector.

The finalists were announced on 16 September 2026, with the winners to be revealed at a gala awards evening at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre on Wednesday 28 October 2026.

Celebrating New Zealand’s Business Events Industry

The Bizzies Awards provide an opportunity to recognise the individuals and organisations contributing to the strength and success of New Zealand’s business events sector.

Rachel Cook, Co-Chair of The Bizzies, said the 2026 finalists represent a strong and diverse group of talented people and teams working across the industry.

The awards recognise the work involved in creating memorable business events and delivering successful experiences for clients, delegates and communities throughout New Zealand.

Independent Judging Across the Sector

The Bizzies Awards 

Entries for The Bizzies Awards 2026 were assessed by an independent judging panel representing different areas of the business events industry.

The judges were drawn from venues, destinations, event organisers and suppliers, providing broad industry experience across the judging process.

The awards highlight the importance of collaboration and innovation within New Zealand’s business events sector, while providing an opportunity to share the stories behind successful events and initiatives.

Winners to Be Announced in Christchurch

The Bizzies Awards 2026 winners will be announced during the awards gala dinner at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre on Wednesday 28 October 2026.

Alana Bicknell, Co-Chair of The Bizzies, said the calibre of this year’s entries demonstrates the talent and excellence found throughout Aotearoa New Zealand’s business events industry.

The awards evening will bring finalists and industry representatives together to celebrate the achievements of the sector during 2026.

Individual tickets and tables of 10 are available for the gala dinner, making the event an opportunity for business events professionals to connect while celebrating the year's achievements.

Find The Bizzies Awards 2026 Finalists

The full list of finalists, award categories and information about gala dinner tickets is available through The Bizzies website.

The Bizzies Awards 2026 will provide a snapshot of the people and organisations helping shape New Zealand’s business events industry, with the winners to be revealed in Christchurch on 28 October.

The Bizzies

Website: https://www.thebizzies.nz/finalists
Website: https://www.thebizzies.nz/
Event: The Bizzies Awards 2026
Date: Wednesday 28 October 2026
Venue: Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand

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