Shortlists

THE SHORTLIST: GAIN THE RECOGNITION YOU DESERVE

Success at our Awards begins long before the final trophy is awarded. Being shortlisted is a significant achievement that marks you as a top-tier contender in the creator economy. We ensure that every shortlisted entrant receives the visibility and industry recognition their work deserves.

How we profile our shortlisted entrants:

Official Website Listing: Your name and brand will be featured on the dedicated Shortlist page of our website.
Targeted Communications: You will be highlighted in our official award announcements sent to our global industry database.
Social & Digital Exposure: Inclusion in our strategic promotional campaigns across all social media channels.
The Shortlist Mark: You will be supplied with the official ‘Iconic Influencer Awards Shortlisted’ logo to use across your own website, email signatures, and marketing.
Gala Recognition: Shortlisted entrants are featured in the printed Annual Dinner programme, distributed to up to 900 influential guests and industry leaders.
Ongoing Promotion: Benefit from brand exposure throughout the awards cycle, providing a platform for further PR and networking opportunities.

Important Details

Entry Fees: Submissions are FREE until the Launch Party. Following the launch, a standard entry fee of £195 will apply.
The Journey: Shortlisted candidates represent the elite selection from our initial nominations. From this prestigious group, our judges will later select the official Finalists who will compete for the top honours on the night.

The list of shortlisted candidates will be announced on 22 April 2026

A RIGOROUS & INDEPENDENT SELECTION

If you are shortlisted, prepare to be noticed.

Reaching the shortlist is a major milestone that marks you as a leading voice in the industry. Success at the Iconic Influencer Awards is not just about the final win; we ensure every shortlisted entrant is celebrated for their contribution to the creator economy.

How we promote our shortlisted entrants:

Dedicated Web Feature: Your name and brand will be showcased on our official Awards website.
Strategic Communications: Prominent inclusion in all shortlist-specific announcements and newsletters.
Digital Campaigning: Recognition in our social media activity and promotional campaigns reaching our global database.
The Shortlist Seal: You will receive an official ‘Iconic Influencer Awards Shortlisted’ asset to enhance your own marketing and brand authority.
Printed Gala Programme: Every shortlisted entrant is featured in the Annual Dinner programme, distributed to 900 influential guests at our London Gala.
Ongoing Visibility: Benefit from sustained PR and branding opportunities throughout the awards year.

Entry Information

Complimentary Entries: Nominations are free of charge until our Launch Party.
Standard Entry Fee: Following the Launch Party, a standard entry fee of £195 applies to all submissions.

Our Process

Our Shortlisting Process

Expert Review: Once the entry deadline has passed, every submission is carefully examined and scored by our panel of industry experts against our core criteria.
Shortlist Selection: The highest-scoring entries in each category are chosen to form the official Iconic Shortlist.
Notification: You will receive an email from the Event Team to inform you whether your entry has been successful in reaching the shortlist.
Public Announcement: The confirmed shortlist will be published on the official Awards website and featured in our digital event programme.
The Road to the Finals: Following the shortlist announcement, further judging will take place to determine the official Finalists who will attend the London Gala.