The International Eventiada Awards recently announced the winners for the twelfth time, highlighting the impact and reach of this annual recognition program. Among the honorees is the project “1000 Best Russian Managers,” which received the award for the Best Project for Working with Business Challenges, bestowed by the Association of Managers. The announcement was transmitted by the press service of Manager Associations, underscoring the project’s standing within the broader managerial community.
This edition of the awards drew participants from 15 countries, bringing together a diverse mix of entrants. Attendees included international and national corporations, global and regional public organizations, commercial and non-profit structures, as well as communications firms and enthusiastic, talented youth in the creative sector. The mix of participants reflected Eventiada’s growing influence as a platform that bridges business practice, public-sector initiative, and innovative communication concepts across borders.
Vyacheslav Evseev, the Executive Director of the Union of Managers, extended his gratitude to the jury for the high regard shown toward the project “1000 Best Russian Managers.” His remarks emphasized the importance of recognizing managerial excellence in a landscape characterized by rapid change, uncertainty, and ongoing transformation across industries. The recognition also highlighted the symbolic alignment of Eventiada’s Best Project for Working with Business Challenges with the timing of the Top 1000 awards, which marks a long-running tradition of identifying and celebrating Russia’s most capable managers. Evseev described these leaders as those who can accurately identify business problems, implement effective responses, and set high standards that drive best practices throughout the country’s management community (Manager Associations).
Since its inception in 2001, the Top 1000 Russian Managers project has tracked and celebrated managerial talent by compiling insights from industry peers and professional representatives. It serves as a barometer of leadership across sectors and functional areas, spotlighting individuals who demonstrate exceptional proficiency in steering organizations through complexity and change. The program’s longevity reflects a sustained commitment to recognizing the people who shape performance and influence corporate culture at multiple levels (Manager Associations).
This year’s competition saw more than 300 senior managers from across Russia contend for the title of best manager in their respective fields. Over the entire history of the project, more than 18,000 senior and functional managers have received recognition, illustrating the scale and impact of the awards as a measure of excellence in management practice. The continued participation and awards distribution indicate a strong community of practice that supports professional development, peer learning, and the advancement of leadership standards within the Russian management ecosystem (Manager Associations).
Eventiada Awards, established in 2011, has grown into an influential expert platform that sets benchmarks for communication effectiveness and innovation. It regularly assesses campaigns and initiatives for their strategic value and impact, with a particular emphasis on ESG-related projects, marketing communications, corporate communications, and the personal achievements of individuals. The program also places a spotlight on the contribution of youth, recognizing how fresh perspectives help shape forward-looking communication strategies. This broader focus positions Eventiada as a catalyst for high-quality, accountable communication work across sectors and regions (Manager Associations).