The Awards, now in their fifth year, are recognising the achievements of young professionals from across the whole of the region, and are open to individuals under 35 years old who are making a significant impact in their respective industries.
Winning an Insider North East Young Professional Award is widely regarded as a highly esteemed accolade, with the primary objective of the Awards being to highlight the region’s finest professional talent across a broad spectrum of business sectors.
Why Enter?
- Gain regional recognition: Celebrate your achievements and raise your professional profile by being recognised as one of the North East’s standout young professionals. Winners will be announced online and also in the North East Business Insider Magazine.
- Showcase your impact: Highlight your skills, innovation and contribution to your business or sector, with categories spanning traditional and emerging industries.
- Expand your network: Join one of the most anticipated young professional networking events of the year and connect with influential peers and industry leaders.
- Celebrate success in style: Finalists and winners will be honoured at a prestigious awards evening at the Hilton Newcastle, marking a career-defining moment.
An independent panel of judges, assembled by Insider, will assess and evaluate all the entry submissions and will determine the shortlists and the eventual winners in each award category, with the winners being unveiled at the black-tie event on 3rd December 2026 at the Hilton Newcastle Gateshead.
