Veblen Directors Programme Launches 2025 Leadership Awards to Recognise Visionary Business Leaders Worldwide

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The Veblen Directors Programme today announces the launch of the 2025 Veblen Directors Leadership Awards, a global platform designed to identify, celebrate, and amplify the voices of exceptional leaders shaping the future of business.

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Honoring Transformational Leadership

In an era where business transformation happens at lightning speed, exceptional leadership isn’t just valuable — it’s vital. These awards honour individuals who don’t just adapt to change but lead it — from executives who championed sustainability before it was profitable, to entrepreneurs balancing purpose with performance, to mentors who lift others as they climb.

Message from the Founder

“This is our annual chance to honour those leaders who have gone above and beyond to make a difference in others’ lives. Congratulations to all those who get nominated,” said Callum Laing, Founder of the Veblen Directors Programme.

Leadership in a Changing Business Landscape

Today’s business world demands more than expertise. It calls for courage, creativity, and conviction. Whether you’re building inclusive workplaces, pioneering tech for good, transforming governance, or driving long-term value — your leadership deserves to be seen.

Nominations Now Open

Nominations are now open and will close on 15 July 2025. Voting begins on 16 July and runs until 30 July 2025, providing the global business community with an opportunity to recognise the visionaries rewriting the rules of success.

Encouraging a Ripple Effect of Recognition

Nominees may self-nominate or be nominated by others. Participation in the awards is not only a celebration of impact — it is also a meaningful act of visibility, encouraging others to lead with purpose.

Nominees and participants are encouraged to share the opportunity and nominate other leaders whose contributions have inspired them. This ripple effect of recognition aims to spark a chain reaction across start-up spaces, meeting pods, boardrooms, and beyond.

Purpose-Aligned Partnerships and Award Sponsors

The Veblen Directors Leadership Awards are supported by a group of purpose-driven organizations that align with the programme’s mission to recognise leadership shaping the future of business. These partnerships extend the awards’ reach across sectors and regions, contributing to the visibility and impact of nominated leaders.

BigBooster – Sponsor of the Emerging Entrepreneur Award

BigBooster is a non-profit accelerator that supports impact-driven startups in scaling globally. Operating in seven countries with a network of over 400 alumni, it provides founders in the healthcare, environment, and digital sectors with intensive boo camps and international growth programme’s.

Ellect – Sponsor of the Female Director of the Year Award

Ellect Women is a community-driven organization dedicated to increasing leadership opportunities for women. Its sponsorship of this award recognises women making a lasting impact in leadership across industries.

GILD Ambassadors – Sponsor of the Business Builder Award

GILD transforms business leaders into investment rainmakers through a unique approach to raising capital. Its sponsorship of this award highlights the role of strong leadership in turning ideas into scalable, investable ventures.

Harbour Club – Sponsor of the Global Leadership Award

The Harbour Club is one of the most established M&A networks in the world, connecting senior dealmakers across 57 countries. With a legacy of hundreds of millions in closed SME transactions, it exemplifies the global reach and strategic influence that define leadership at the highest level.

Prominence Global – Sponsor of the Thought Leader of the Year Award

Prominence Global helps CEOs, founders, and executives turn their expertise into influence on LinkedIn. With proven frameworks and done-for-you strategies, it grows authority, amplifies messaging, and generates qualified leads. As a partner, it brings a deep understanding of what it means to lead with insight and visibility.

The Mentoring Club – Sponsor of the Best Mentor of the Year

The Mentoring Club is a global non-profit platform connecting experienced leaders with aspiring professionals for free mentoring sessions. Founded to democratize access to leadership guidance, it supports growth across industries and backgrounds, making it a fitting sponsor for this award.

The Last Industry – Sponsor of the Rising Leader of the Year Award

The Last Industry champions rising leaders who embrace a new vision of value—one that moves beyond profit to prioritise real assets such as timber, air, care, and community. These leaders are driving a pragmatic, radical shift, reshaping industries and institutions for a post-profit era.

The ESG Leader of the Year category was created in honour of B1G1, whose platform empowers businesses to embed giving into everyday operations through high-impact global projects that are also aligned with the “17 Global Goals”. B1G1’s approach underscores that doing well and doing good can – and should – go hand in hand. “We are grateful for their endorsement, which inspires our ongoing dedication to recognising leaders who exemplify this vision,” said Callum Laing, Founder of the Veblen Directors Programme.

How to Participate

Nominations for the 2025 Veblen Directors Leadership Awards must be submitted by 15 July 2025. Voting will take place from 16 to 30 July 2025, and finalists will be announced in early August.

To nominate yourself or someone whose leadership deserves to be recognised, visit: www.veblendirectors.com/awards

About Veblen Director Programme

The Veblen Directors Programme equips executives and professionals with the skills and network needed to excel in board and advisory roles. Founded by Callum Laing—who has interviewed over 2,000 leaders and helped hundreds secure their first board seats—it fosters meaningful, purpose-driven leadership. The Veblen Directors Leadership Awards recognise leaders who drive positive change and growth aligned with this mission.

www.veblendirectors.com

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