2026 Awards Information
PLJ – Crystal Award
Magazine Issue – Q1 2026
Award Information
Honors Human Resourxces executives whose vision, integrity, and influence drive positive organizational change.
- Magazine Issue: Q1 2026
- Featured Awards: Human Resources Leadership Award
- Nominations Close: January 30
- Publication Date: March
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
All levels of leadership within H.R. departments.
Award Information
Acknowledges those who elevate others through mentorship and sponsorship.
- Magazine Issue: Q1 2026
- Featured Awards: Mentoring Leadership
- Nominations Close: January 30
- Publication Date: March
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Open to all leaders who mentor or develop talent.
Award Information
Honors Latino or Hispanic trailblazers vital to organizational success through advocacy, determination, heritage, or professional distinction.
- Magazine Issue: Q1 2026
- Featured Awards: Latino & Hispanic Leadership
- Nominations Close: January 30
- Publication Date: March
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Open to all Latino or Hispanic employees in mid to high level leadership positions.
Award Information
Recognizes rising professionals demonstrating promise, innovation, and leadership potential.
- Magazine Issue: Q1 2026
- Featured Awards: Emerging Leaders
- Nominations Close: January 30
- Publication Date: March
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Mid-level or emerging leaders in any function.
Magazine Issue – Q2 2026
Award Information
Recognizes leaders advancing Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.
- Magazine Issue: Q2 2026
- Featured Awards: STEAM Leadership Award
- Nominations Close: April 17
- Publication Date: June
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Open to all leaders in STEAM fields.
Award Information
Recognizes organizations and their Employee Resource Groups, along with the leader in charge of the group.
- Magazine Issue: Q2 2026
- Featured Awards: Employee Resource Groups Leadership Award
- Nominations Close: April 17
- Publication Date: March
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Open to all organizations who offer E.R.G.’s to their employees.
Award Information
Honors Asian trailblazers vital to organizational success through advocacy, determination, heritage, or professional distinction.
- Magazine Issue: Q2 2026
- Featured Awards: Asian Leadership
- Nominations Close: April 17
- Publication Date: June
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Open to all Asian employees in mid to high level leadership positions.
Award Information
Recognizes rising professionals demonstrating promise, innovation, and leadership potential.
- Magazine Issue: Q2 2026
- Featured Awards: Emerging Leaders
- Nominations Close: April 17
- Publication Date: June
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Mid-level or emerging leaders in any function.
Magazine Issue – Q3 2026
Award Information
Honors women who break barriers, redefine leadership, and are an inspiration to others.
- Magazine Issue: Q3 2026
- Featured Awards: Women Worth Watching in Leadership
- Nominations Close: July 17
- Publication Date: September
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Women in mid to high level leadership positions.
Award Information
Honors veterans who demonstrate exemplary leadership in civilian careers.
- Magazine Issue: Q3 2026
- Featured Awards: Veteran Leadership
- Nominations Close: July 17
- Publication Date: September
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Veterans in corporate, government, or nonprofit roles.
Award Information
Recognizes leaders who promote innovative strategies and practices to enhance organizational productivity.
- Magazine Issue: Q3 2026
- Featured Awards: Innovation Leadership Award
- Nominations Close: July 17
- Publication Date: September
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
These individual are dedicated to fostering innovation, increasing efficiency, and streamlining workflow.
Award Information
Recognizes rising professionals demonstrating promise, innovation, and leadership potential.
- Magazine Issue: Q3 2026
- Featured Awards: Emerging Leaders
- Nominations Close: July 17
- Publication Date: September
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Mid-level or emerging leaders in any function.
Magazine Issue – Q4 2026
Award Information
Honors Black trailblazers vital to organizational success through advocacy, determination, heritage, or professional distinction.
- Magazine Issue: Q4 2026
- Featured Awards: Black Leadership
- Nominations Close: October 16
- Publication Date: December
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Open to Black employees in mid to high level leadership positions.
Award Information
Recognizes excellence and innovation within legal departments or firms.
- Magazine Issue: Q4 2026
- Featured Awards: Legal Leadership
- Nominations Close: October 16
- Publication Date: December
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Attorneys, general counsels, or compliance leaders.
Award Information
Celebrates leaders who foster positivity, empathy, and purpose-driven cultures.
- Magazine Issue: Q4 2026
- Featured Awards: Joyful Leadership
- Nominations Close: October 16
- Publication Date: December
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Open to all leaders who inspire morale and connection.
Award Information
Recognizes rising professionals demonstrating promise, innovation, and leadership potential.
- Magazine Issue: Q4 2026
- Featured Awards: Emerging Leaders
- Nominations Close: October 16
- Publication Date: December
* All dates are subject to change
Eligibility
Mid-level or emerging leaders in any function.