B2B WORLD FEST
The global event. The global awards.


EAST Miami - November 2026

Join the thinkers, builders and creators of B2B. Share what's changing. Celebrate the work shaping it. Big ideas, powerful connections and The Drum B2B Awards show. Be at the beating heart of B2B.

The Drum B2B Awards - Open for Entry

From bold creative ideas to breakthrough strategy and technology innovation, the Drum B2B Awards recognise the campaigns and teams embracing and making change. The Drum B2B Awards are the new home of the Global ACE Awards - bringing their legendary New York spirit to Miami and setting a new stage for B2B creativity. 

Judged by a global panel of industry leaders, the awards spotlight the ideas and results shaping B2B. Enter now and join us to celebrate the winners at B2B World Fest.

KEY DATES

April 16, 2026

Early-bird Deadline

May 28, 2026

Entry Deadline

July 9, 2026

Extended Deadline

August 27, 2026

Nominations

November, 2026

Awards Shows

Why enter The B2B Awards

Amplify your case study to The Drum's 12M global audience. Gain recognition ​across the industry.

Categories celebrating excellence across creativity, effectiveness, technology, partnerships and people.

Showcase your work to highly skilled judges from top brands and ​agencies. ​

Winning is just the beginning. Feature in articles, reports, interviews and join countless events.

Stand out from competitors and secure your spot in the renowned World Creative Rankings.​

Your best work starts with great people. The Drum Awards give those people the recognition they deserve, and shows future talent exactly where they want to work.

B2B World Fest - the global gathering

EAST Miami - 9-10 November

Join the global B2B community to explore the ideas, challenges and opportunities reshaping modern marketing. Across two days, four stages and a packed programme, expect big conversations on creativity, AI, discovery, growth, influence and the future of the marketing team, plus networking and The Drum B2B Awards Show in one place.



The Drum at the heart of B2B​

B2B deserves a centre of gravity. The Drum is building it.​ Through journalism, global awards, research, industry partnerships and major new events, including the acquisition of established industry initiatives, we are creating a platform designed to connect the people shaping the future of B2B marketing.​ The momentum is well underway. Keep an eye out for further announcements.

The Drum at the heart of B2B

​ B2B deserves a centre of gravity. The Drum is building it.​ Through journalism, global awards, research, industry partnerships and major new events, including the acquisition of established industry initiatives, we are creating a platform designed to connect the people shaping the future of B2B marketing.​ The momentum is well underway. Keep an eye out for further announcements.

Early Bird Awards Deadline