NED Awards 2026 launch nominations to honour UK's leading non-executive directors
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NED Awards 2026 launch nominations to honour UK's leading non-executive directors
"Nominations have opened for the 2026 Non-Executive Director (NED) Awards, organised by investment bank Peel Hunt, with next year's ceremony marking the 20th anniversary of the prestigious event. Founded in 2006, the NED Awards were established to celebrate the achievements of non-executive directors who play a critical role in guiding businesses through periods of growth, uncertainty and transformation."
"The 2026 awards will recognise excellence across eight categories: FTSE 100 Chair; FTSE 100 NED; FTSE All-Share; FTSE AIM; private/private equity-backed; not-for-profit/public service organisation; and the Dame Helen Alexander NED to Watch. In addition, a Lifetime Achievement Award will honour an individual whose career has had a lasting impact on UK boardrooms. Nominations close on 9 November 2025, with the shortlist announced in February. Winners will be revealed at a ceremony on 19 March 2026, expected to bring together some of the most influential names in British business."
""The NED Awards were founded to shine a spotlight on the often-unsung contributions of non-executive directors who shape business success from the boardroom," said Fine. "As we celebrate 20 years, their role has never been more important in maintaining resilience, integrity and growth across the corporate landscape.""
Nominations are open for the 2026 Non-Executive Director Awards organised by Peel Hunt, marking the event's 20th anniversary since its 2006 founding. The awards recognise non-executive directors who guide businesses through growth, uncertainty and transformation amid global conflicts, changing trade policies and domestic economic challenges. Eight categories include FTSE 100 Chair, FTSE 100 NED, FTSE All-Share, FTSE AIM, private/private equity-backed, not-for-profit/public service and the Dame Helen Alexander NED to Watch, plus a Lifetime Achievement Award. Nominations close 9 November 2025, shortlist appears in February and winners will be revealed at a 19 March 2026 ceremony. The judging panel is chaired by Dame Ruth Carnie and includes senior industry figures.
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