ACE Awards
Advancement. Commitment. Engagement.
Calling for Initiatives Advancing Leadership in the Workplace
Submissions Now Open for the 2025 HBA ACE Awards!
Does your company foster a workplace culture where bold ideas thrive and employees are empowered to lead, innovate, and drive impactful results?
Are your programs driving real engagement and delivering measurable outcomes that impact your workforce and organization?
If so, it’s your time to shine! Apply now for the prestigious 2025 HBA ACE Award!
The HBA is seeking standout initiatives that elevate workforce performance by:
- Accelerating innovation
- Driving measurable business outcomes
- Expanding reach, scale, and visibility
We welcome a wide range of program submissions—from company-wide talent development initiatives to targeted efforts enhancing leadership pipelines. No matter your industry or company size, if your work is creating impact, we want to see it!
Imagine the recognition: Your achievements featured on stage at HBA’s Annual Conference in Las Vegas, amplified across dynamic media campaigns, and spotlighted through exclusive speaking opportunities.
This isn’t just an award—it’s a platform to showcase your leadership, inspire others, and demonstrate excellence in workforce development.
Nominations for the 2025 ACE and ACE Aspire Awards are now open and will close on 6 June. Honorees will be announced in early Fall 2025. Please review the submission guidelines for more information.
- An independent panel of healthcare industry leaders selects ACE Award recipients.
- Award criteria include measurable results, business performance, stewardship, execution, and sustainability.
- For an additional fee, companies may opt to hold a consultative debrief with a member of the judging panel after judging is completed.
ACE Award winning initiatives are celebrated and honored at HBA’s signature Annual Conference in front of an audience of nearly 1,000 industry leaders. Winners also receive:
- Recognition as thought-leaders before HBA’s global community of 100,000+
- Prominent visibility in trade and mainstream media
- Distinction as an organization committed to fostering leadership opportunities for women
The HBA congratulates all previous award-winning initiatives for their extraordinary impact.