Held on Friday 30 January, the ceremony was hosted by leading industry association Beam and brought together hundreds of professionals from across the meetings, events and hospitality sectors.
The awards took place in the newly unveiled Masters Suite at The Belfry Golf and Spa Resort.
Guests were treated to a show-stopping Moulin Rouge–inspired experience, curated by creative specialists Eventologists and entertainment duo Mr and Mrs Grey.
Out of five award categories, Blackberry Events was recognised for Collaboration of the Year, alongside long-standing partners The National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT).
Judges praised the partnership for the continued success of the Inspiring Leadership Conference, highlighting the strength of collaboration behind one of the UK’s most established education leadership events.
Blackberry Events has worked with NAHT as event delivery partners for over 12 years, helping to grow the Inspiring Leadership Conference into the UK’s longest-running leadership event in education.
Founding directors Steve and Jackie cultivated deep-rooted relationships within the education sector, laying the foundations for the conference’s continued success.
This legacy has since been passed to Blackberry Events director Georgie Butler, who is leading the event into its next chapter with the support of a growing team of event experts.
Judges, drawn from leading agencies and venues across the UK, summed up the collaboration with high praise, saying: “A master class in delivery, purpose and partnership, this collaboration stood out for its creativity, attention to delegate experience and lasting impact on the educational sector.”
