Do you have a new product or service that excels in originality and uniqueness, quality and design, practicality, and sustainability?
All entries will be featured on NFDA’s website, with additional coverage for the top three finalists. The winner and/or finalists will also receive:
Special spotlight and video submissions shown at the Opening General Session, Press coverage in the NFDA Bulletin, Memorial Business Journal, and The Director magazine coverage on NFDA social media channels coverage in the NFDA Convention app. The front entrance to the expo floor will showcase a looped video of three finalists. Floor sticker outside of the booth. Special award logo for use on winner's website and ads. Press release template.
Submission instructions:
Entries that do not meet all eligibility requirements or do not include supporting documentation and materials will be automatically disqualified.
All entries must be submitted online using the official NFDA Innovation Award submission form. Submissions will be accepted from June 2, 8 AM CST - Jun 30, 12 PM CST. Do not email entries or videos to NFDA staff. Entrants are restricted to one entry per organization for a product or service that was commercially introduced on January 1, 2024. All entries must include the date the product or service was introduced. All entry materials must be in English. Entries should not contain confidential information, as confidentiality cannot be guaranteed. All tasks must be completed to submit the form. Once an entry is submitted, the form cannot be revised or resubmitted. The decision of the judges is final. The judges reserve the right to defer the award if there is not a suitable entry. Applicants should be aware that the award may lead to further media interest. Winners may be asked to submit a short article about their product or service for inclusion on nfda.org, in NFDA publications and/or social media platforms. Entry to the NFDA Innovation Awards is free. Open only to exhibitors of the 2025 NFDA Convention & Expo in Chicago, IL.
If you experience technical difficulties, please e-mail support@nfda.org.
NFDA 2025 Innovation Award Nominations
Do you have a new product or service that excels in originality and uniqueness, quality and design, practicality, and sustainability?
All entries will be featured on NFDA’s website, with additional coverage for the top three finalists. The winner and/or finalists will also receive:
Special spotlight and video submissions shown at the Opening General Session, Press coverage in the NFDA Bulletin, Memorial Business Journal, and The Director magazine coverage on NFDA social media channels coverage in the NFDA Convention app. The front entrance to the expo floor will showcase a looped video of three finalists. Floor sticker outside of the booth. Special award logo for use on winner's website and ads. Press release template.
Submission instructions:
Entries that do not meet all eligibility requirements or do not include supporting documentation and materials will be automatically disqualified.
All entries must be submitted online using the official NFDA Innovation Award submission form. Submissions will be accepted from June 2, 8 AM CST - Jun 30, 12 PM CST. Do not email entries or videos to NFDA staff. Entrants are restricted to one entry per organization for a product or service that was commercially introduced on January 1, 2024. All entries must include the date the product or service was introduced. All entry materials must be in English. Entries should not contain confidential information, as confidentiality cannot be guaranteed. All tasks must be completed to submit the form. Once an entry is submitted, the form cannot be revised or resubmitted. The decision of the judges is final. The judges reserve the right to defer the award if there is not a suitable entry. Applicants should be aware that the award may lead to further media interest. Winners may be asked to submit a short article about their product or service for inclusion on nfda.org, in NFDA publications and/or social media platforms. Entry to the NFDA Innovation Awards is free. Open only to exhibitors of the 2025 NFDA Convention & Expo in Chicago, IL.
If you experience technical difficulties, please e-mail support@nfda.org.