The Wines of British Columbia represent the welcoming and diverse people of our wine industry in British Columbia. The WGBC Industry Recognition Awards categories align with the values of the industry as we collaborate, innovate and work together for the future of the BC wine industry. We will be awarding three deserving recipients in the categories of:
Leadership Excellence Award (Winery or Non-Winery)
This award recognizes a winery or non-winery (media, government, tourism etc.) individual who has gone above and beyond to take a leadership role and build great relationships with the industry. This person positively contributes to the greater wine community in British Columbia, making it a better place to work and live.
The nominee must:
- Demonstrate outstanding leadership and collaboration with industry peers
- Positively contribute to the community, working towards the greater good of the industry
- Be a dedicated champion for the advancement of the BC wine industry
Ultimate BC Wine Ambassador Award (Winery)
This award recognizes a frontline winery individual who is passionate about sharing their love of the BC wine industry with their guests. This person is a BC wine superstar coming to work every day with a smile on their face, taking pride in what they do and working hard to positively impact not only their guests, but their team as well.
The nominee must:
• Work for a BC-based winery
• Exhibit unmatched passion for what they do and create exceptional experiences for their guests
• Be a dedicated ambassador of the BC wine industry and contribute positively to their team
Master Marketer Award (Wine or tourism organization)
This award recognizes an innovative winery, regional wine association, retailer, restaurant, tourism organization or individual that thought outside the box in 2024 to promote the Wines of BC; whether it’s an innovative marketing campaign, launching an in-demand new product or creating a unique wine-focused event.
The nominee must:
• Demonstrate innovation in showcasing the Wines of British Columbia
• Displayed creativity and forward-thinking with their initiative
• Be a champion of the BC wine industry
Nominations will be open from Friday, November 29, 2024 until 11:45 PM on Friday, January 10, 2025.
Once you click on a category, it will take you directly to that submission form, however, you can use the next and back buttons to navigate to the other categories should you wish to submit for all.
TIP: When submitting a nomination, please include as much detailed information as possible. A strong nomination includes a detailed description of the nominee and highlights specific examples, quantifiable achievements, and compelling anecdotes.
