
Collaboration Network Awards
2025
Exclusive to Collaboration Network Members | Free to Enter
Celebrating Excellence in Collaboration and Innovation
At the Collaboration Network Awards 2025, we recognise and celebrate the remarkable achievements of Member organisations and individuals who are making a real impact.
Whether through outstanding customer service, innovative complaint handling, or pioneering work in supporting vulnerable customers, these awards honour those who go above and beyond to drive positive change.
As collaboration lies at the heart of success, these awards are more than just a recognition of excellence—they are a platform to share best practices, inspire innovation, and showcase the incredible work being done across industries.
Each category highlights the transformative power of teamwork, innovation, and dedication to customer experience, service improvement, and ethical business practices.


Collaboration Network
Awards Ceremony 2025
Recognising Member Success
This year, we have streamlined the entry process, making it easier than ever to take part.
With all categories displayed in one place, you can explore the awards that best align with your achievements. Simply hover over each award to view a brief description, select your category, and submit your entry with ease.
Being shortlisted is a fantastic opportunity to gain recognition within the Collaboration Network community and beyond. Finalists will be invited to present their work to an expert judging panel, and winners will be announced at our prestigious Awards Ceremony on the 3rd of December 2025 at the Leonardo Royal Hotel London St Paul's, London.
So, if your organisation has led the way in innovation, transformed the customer experience, or demonstrated exceptional commitment to ethical practices, this is your moment to shine. Browse the categories below, start your entry, and join us in celebrating the power of collaboration and excellence!
The 2025 Award Categories

This award celebrates organisations that have mastered the art of turning complaints into opportunities for growth.
Whether it’s reducing volumes, addressing root causes, or enhancing customer satisfaction, this category is for those who treat complaints as a chance to listen, learn, and transform.
Show us how your approach has made customers feel heard and valued while delivering measurable outcomes.
From innovative systems to empathetic engagement, your efforts deserve to be celebrated for setting a new standard in complaints resolution.

Innovation meets transformation in this category, honouring organisations that have reimagined the complaints journey.
We’re looking for bold initiatives that challenge the status quo and deliver exceptional results.
Have you revolutionised your processes, introduced cutting-edge technology, or built a culture that empowers staff to handle complaints with agility and empathy?
Share your story of transformation and inspire others with your journey of turning challenges into game-changing solutions.

This award is all about celebrating the heartbeat of every great complaints process – the team.
It’s for the groups that collaborate, innovate, and deliver results that go beyond expectations.
From high-pressure scenarios to moments of incredible empathy, we want to hear how your team’s passion and commitment have made a difference.
Let’s shine a light on the power of teamwork and showcase the magic that happens when a team works seamlessly to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Customer satisfaction is the cornerstone of every thriving organisation.
This award is for those who have taken satisfaction to new heights through innovative strategies, heartfelt connections, and measurable success.
Have you improved experiences that left customers delighted? Have your efforts turned customer feedback into a driving force for positive change?
This is your chance to showcase how you’ve built trust, loyalty, and smiles across your customer base.

Great service doesn’t happen by accident – it’s built through dedication, innovation, and a relentless focus on customers.
This award celebrates organisations that have elevated their service delivery, whether through bold new initiatives, improved systems, or inspired teams.
Show us how you’ve enhanced your customer service and created positive, lasting impressions.
Your commitment to bettering the customer journey deserves to be recognised.

This award shines a spotlight on digital innovation that supports vulnerable customers.
From inclusive design to proactive digital outreach, it’s about how technology can create meaningful connections and support those who need it most.
Have you redefined digital engagement for vulnerable audiences?
Share your success stories of how your strategies have empowered individuals, built trust, and made a real difference in their lives.

Encouraging customers to share sensitive information can be transformative when done with care.
This award celebrates organisations that create safe spaces for disclosure, building trust and delivering meaningful support.
Have you introduced innovative approaches to managing disclosure?
Share how your efforts have allowed customers to open up and receive the understanding and solutions they deserve.

This award recognises organisations breaking down barriers and ensuring their services are accessible to all.
Whether it’s through universal design, inclusive communications, or innovative policies, this category is about making sure no one is left behind.
Have you made your services more inclusive and welcoming?
Share how your commitment to accessibility has improved outcomes for customers, fostering equality and opportunity.

Extraordinary challenges call for extraordinary solutions.
This award celebrates unique projects that have tackled vulnerability head-on, delivering innovative and impactful results.
Whether it’s a one-off initiative or a pilot programme, we want to hear how your special project has created meaningful change.
Inspire us with the story behind your efforts and the lives you’ve transformed.

Behind every effective vulnerability strategy is a team of dedicated individuals who make it happen.
This award honours the passion, collaboration, and impact of either a strategic or frontline team that works tirelessly to support vulnerable customers.
Share how your team has delivered life-changing results, combining compassion and expertise to make a difference.

Collaboration is at the heart of progress, and this award celebrates partnerships that deliver real impact.
Whether it’s cross-departmental teamwork or industry-wide collaboration, we’re looking for initiatives that have driven positive change through working together.
Share your success story and inspire others to see the power of collaboration in action.

Change isn’t just about improvement; it’s about re-imagining what’s possible.
This award celebrates organisations or individuals who have recognised the need for transformation and boldly embraced reinvention.
Have you disrupted the status quo to deliver better outcomes for customers or colleagues?
Tell us your story of innovation and the impact it’s had.

Exceptional customer experience doesn’t just happen – it’s designed.
This award honours organisations that have redefined CX, creating seamless, personalised, and impactful journeys for their customers.
Share how you’ve delivered transformational change in the way customers experience your services and the results that set you apart.

Compliance is a baseline; going beyond it is an art.
This award recognises organisations that have not only met regulatory requirements but have embraced the spirit behind them, delivering exceptional outcomes for customers.
Share how you’ve turned an implementation of Consumer Duty into an opportunity to innovate, care, and make a difference.

Building a positive, inclusive culture isn’t just good for business – it’s essential for people.
This award celebrates organisations that have prioritised inclusion, ensuring everyone feels valued and empowered.
From grassroots initiatives to company-wide transformations, share how you’ve fostered a culture that drives engagement, acceptance, and success.

Ethical, effective Collections & Recoveries practices make all the difference to customers facing financial difficulties.
This award recognises organisations that prioritise dignity, fairness, and results in their collections and recoveries efforts.
Share how your approach has delivered positive outcomes for your customers and your business.

Every great achievement starts with a bold idea.
This award celebrates special projects that have tackled unique challenges, delivering creative and impactful solutions.
Share the story of your project and the difference it’s made.

Shining a light on the Members who have embraced the Collaboration Network’s platform and Community to the fullest.
These awards will honour three of those who have actively engaged with our events, resources, and discussions, going above and beyond to contribute to our shared mission.
Collaboration Network's Team will recognise the most dedicated Members who have made a meaningful difference to our Community.

And last but not least!
The Member of the Year Award honours an individual who has exemplified extraordinary commitment to the Collaboration Network.
This member has actively supported our mission by organising or speaking at events, attending both online and in-person sessions, and engaging with our Community in impactful ways.
This is our way of celebrating the Member who truly embodies the spirit of collaboration and leadership within our Network.
How to Participate
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Expression of Interest:
Select the desired award category and complete the Award Submission form.
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Receive Entry Pack:
An Awards Entry Pack with tailored questions will be sent to you.
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Prepare Submission:
Submit a written document (PDF or Word) addressing the criteria outlined in the entry pack. Each of the 7 questions should be limited to 500 words.
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Shortlisting:
Shortlisted candidates will be notified by 18th of August 2025.
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Judging Q&A:
Participate in a 15-minute Q&A session with the judging panel - sessions will be scheduled between the 22nd of September and the 7th of November 2025.
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Awards Ceremony:
Winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on the 3rd of December 2025.
Entering Awards
Judging Process
Our panel of industry experts will assess each entry based on innovation, impact, and execution.
To ensure fairness:
✔ Judges will not assess categories where their organisation is competing.
✔ Scores will be based on pre-defined criteria.
Judging Criteria
Generally, submissions will be evaluated based on:
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Business Background and Context: Introduction to your organisation and its role.
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Challenge Identification: Description of the problem or opportunity addressed.
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Actions Taken: Steps and innovations implemented to tackle the challenge.
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Outcomes Achieved: Results and impact of the actions taken.
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Future Plans: Sustainability and future implications of the initiative.
View Previous Winners
Discover the remarkable evolution of our Awards, which have grown from a single category to an expansive 23 this year—showcasing excellence, innovation, and dedication across countless fields.
Explore the timeline below to see how we’ve celebrated progress and impact over the years, captured through the faces and achievements of our inspiring winners.
From humble beginnings to today’s vibrant array of accolades, join us in honouring the diverse contributions that continue to shape our community’s success.




















