It's your time to shine with an award from the Southern Region of IABC.
Get noticed with a Silver Quill Award
You can gain credibility while building a portfolio of award-winning work that opens doors to new opportunities.
Showcase your innovation, talent and strategic thinking by submitting your communications initiatives for consideration of a Silver Quill Award.
Entries are evaluated on their own merit using IABC’s Global Scale of Excellence seven-point criteria, and trophies will be presented to high-scoring work at a virtual awards event in November.
The call for entries is now open. You do not need to be an IABC member to enter.
Learn more about the timeline, categories and award process. Find answers to FAQs, quick guides and eligibility requirements. Get Details
Deadline Extended: Submit your entry by Monday, October 9, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. (PDT).
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Celebrate Excellence
The Southern Region is pleased to honor outstanding communicators with three Leadership Awards each year. We applaud the positive impact they make on the profession.
Rising Star
Recognizes efforts of members new to the communication profession. We salute these young dynamic leaders who are shaping the future of IABC.
Communicator of the Year
Celebrates members who demonstrate excellence in communication practice as well as IABC leadership. These hard-working people truly are IABC—heart and soul!
Hall of Fame
Commends a lifetime of achievement with the highest honor from the Southern Region. These seasoned experts have raised the standards of the profession.
Rising Star
The Rising Star Award recognizes efforts of members new to the communication profession. We salute these young dynamic leaders who are shaping the future of IABC.
Get Details & Nominate Candidates
Learn more about the Rising Star Award timeline, eligibility criteria and selection process.
To nominate a candidate, complete the online nomination form and submit it by 5 p.m. on Monday, October 9.
Communicator of the Year
The Communicator of the Year Award celebrates members who demonstrate excellence in communication practice as well as IABC leadership. These hard-working people truly are IABC—heart and soul!
Get Details & Nominate Candidates
Learn more about the Communicator of the Year Award timeline, eligibility criteria and selection process.
To nominate a candidate, complete the online nomination form and submit it by 5 p.m. on Monday, October 9.
Hall of Fame
The Hall of Fame Award commends a lifetime of achievement with the highest honor from the Southern Region. These seasoned experts have raised the standards of the communications profession.
Get Details & Nominate Candidates
Learn more about the Hall of Fame Award timeline, eligibility criteria and selection process.
To nominate a candidate, complete the online nomination form and submit it by 5 p.m. on Monday, October 9.
2022 Leadership Award Recipients
BRAVO!
We celebrate excellence in the communications profession as well as leadership. Please feel free to contact our awards committee with questions.