Eventiada Awards 2025 Closes Applications on October 1

September 8, 2025 – With only a few weeks remaining, the deadline for submitting projects or individual nominations for the Eventiada Awards 2025, the premier international communications award, is October 1, 2025. Eventiada Awards is the largest communications award accepting entries in any language without restrictions. Eligible projects are those implemented between September 1, 2024, and August 31, 2025, regardless of geographic location.

In its 14th year, the 2025 Eventiada Awards will recognize outstanding communications projects across categories including advertising and marketing communications, corporate and business communications, sustainability, individual nominations, and youth nominations. Winners will be selected by an expert council and an international jury.

Since its inception in 2011, Eventiada Awards has established itself as a leading platform in the communications industry, uniting professionals from 23 countries and receiving approximately 9,000 entries over 14 years. In 2025, the awards emphasize cultural openness by accepting projects in all languages, with organizers providing translation for the international jury, enabling participants to focus on the creativity and strategic depth of their initiatives.

This year introduces a new individual award, “Personal Telegram Channel of the Year,” recognizing authors of Telegram channels that address PR, advertising, marketing, or communications. Eligible nominees are creators whose content is valuable, inspiring, and trendsetting within the professional community, with themes directly or indirectly related to communications.

Participation in Eventiada Awards 2025 offers an opportunity to gain recognition, enhance reputation, expand influence, and strengthen a brand or organization’s position on a global stage. The platform unites communications leaders, key associations, and major industry players from various countries.

For the first time, the awards will introduce regional Grand Prix, honoring the most outstanding projects in their respective regions. This initiative will highlight the most effective and creative projects across different countries, beyond individual categories.Nikolay Obrezkov, CEO of Orta Group and President of Eventiada Awards:

“To succeed at Eventiada Awards, one must embody humanity. Our award is a test of human ingenuity, surpassing any Turing test. No AI can yet grasp the nuances of goal-setting, strategic planning, and execution in communications. The spark of genius, passion, and the drive to improve the world remain uniquely human.”

Vyacheslav Evseev, Executive Director, Association of Managers (Jury 2024-2025):

“The key to success at Eventiada Awards lies in combining innovation, professionalism, and the ability to leave a lasting impact on audiences. Winning projects are defined by creative ideas, high relevance, and effective achievement of communication objectives.”

Dier Mirzaakhmedov, President, Marketing Association of Uzbekistan (Jury 2025):

“Winners focus on meaning, not just form. A strong idea, a well-thought-out strategy, and measurable results are the keys to victory at Eventiada Awards.”

Astghik Avetisyan, President, Armenian PR Association; Head of Armenian PR Academy; PhD, Associate Professor, Yerevan State University (Jury 2024-2025):

“To win, it’s essential to present not only a creative and engaging idea but also a clear strategy, measurable results, and a significant social or innovative impact. The jury values projects that make a tangible difference for audiences and society.”

Vadim Kovalev, Chairman, Moscow Public Chamber V Convocation; Advisor to the General Director, Ural Steel Management Company (Jury 2024-2025):

“The jury votes with their minds, eyes, and hearts. The ideal entry combines a clear idea, striking visuals, and demonstrated impact for stakeholders.”

Olga Ermakova, CEO, Salmon Graphics (Belarus, Winner 2024):

“The secret is to create a project for people, not just the jury. Believe sincerely in its value and enjoy the process. When a team is inspired, both the audience and the jury feel it.”

Polina Trizonova, Director of Strategic Communications for Digital Assets, Gazprom-Media Holding (Winner 2024, Jury 2025):

“The secret to victory is sincerity. Authentic and honest storytelling wins, often through small, local stories that resonate by speaking the audience’s language.”

Natalia Tsvetnarnaya, Product Owner, SberKot, Sber (Grand Prix Winner 2024):

“Our success stems from taking risks, working as a cohesive team aligned with the client’s vision, and focusing on audience needs. Our goal is to be a driving force, embracing new applications, channels, and technologies to remain agile and adaptable in a fast-changing market.”

Luiza Yarochevskaya, Press Secretary, MTS Bank (Winner 2024, Jury 2025):

“Study the award criteria thoroughly and describe your project clearly. The jury values creative ideas and scale. Highlight goals and results, supported by analytics showing the before-and-after impact. Be bold, vibrant, and memorable—videos and visuals significantly boost your chances.”

Timur Aslanov, Communications Expert, Editor-in-Chief of Press Service Magazine, Business Trainer (Jury 2025):

“A successful entry showcases not just a visually striking project but also the initial challenges, their importance, and how they were addressed. Clear, understandable metrics are crucial to demonstrate evident results.”

Andrey Lapshov, Chairman, AKOS (Jury 2024-2025):

“A project must be truly remarkable and impactful. The jury looks for creativity, innovation, and impressive results measured by relevant communications metrics. Spelling errors can significantly detract from a project’s impression. Descriptions should radiate energy and enthusiasm, avoiding formalism or bureaucratic language that could undermine even the best project.”

Olga Ocheretina, Communications Director, OTP Bank (Jury 2025):

“Winning isn’t just about the award—it’s about touching people’s hearts. Projects like SberKot, with its lively story, or ‘Shine Brighter!’ by Bystrinsky GOK, which turned a race into an act of female solidarity, stand out. The secret is to create a compelling project and tell its story in a way that resonates with everyone.”

Eventiada Awards 2025 Timeline:

October 1, 2025: Application deadline

October 2–15, 2025: Expert council voting and shortlist selection

October 16–30, 2025: Jury voting and winner determination

November 25, 2025: Award ceremony

Organized by Orta Group in partnership with the Association of Managers, AKAR (Russia), Marketing Association of Uzbekistan (MAU), Association of Communications and Marketing Agencies of Belarus (AKMA), Armenian PR Association (APRA), Association of Advertising Agencies of Moldova (AARM), Association of Public Relations Consultancies (AKOS), Russian Academy of Public Relations (RAOS), Digital Professionals Association (ARDA), Association of Branding Companies of Russia (ABKR), Russian Association of Electronic Communications (RAEC), and Russian Association of Marketing Services (RAMU). Media partners include TASS, News.ru, and AiF.