Frequently Asked Questions
What are the FDF Awards?
The awards are fast becoming the industry benchmark of excellence for
innovation,
competitiveness and talent. Each year, companies from across the food and drink
supply chain enter
the FDF Awards and about 500 guests celebrate together the winners at the FDF
Awards ceremony.
Whether your company has lead a significant project that you are proud of, or a
colleague of
yours had done a tremendous job in their role, find an award category that
suits
you by visiting fdf.org.uk/awards.
What do I get if I win an FDF Award?
You get the national recognition you deserve, and be part of the prestigious
award-winning
companies the industry looks up to!
We will be proud to list a case study of your award on our website, that will be
published on our
website from the day after the ceremony until the following year's announcing
of
new shortlist. They
are put forward during the launch of the following year's awards to give new
entrants an idea of what
remarkable work can be done!
We award you with a beautiful trophy on the night of the ceremony, engraved with
your company
name and the title of the award.
Our photographer will be taking pictures throughout the ceremony and captures
each winner on
the stage when receiving their trophy. Photos are available online the next
day.
We also have a video
of the evening available the day after.
We send you an official FDF Awards 'winner' logo that you can then use on any
collateral (for
your website, marketing material, corporate e-mail signature, etc). If you are
shortlisted, you get a
'finalist' logo.
We make sure to post as much as possible on social media, throughout the whole
period of time
between the shortlist results and the winners' announcement. There is also a
dedicated press release
that we send out to relevant press contacts on both the shortlist and the
winners.
Lastly, your entry will be reviewed by a judging panel of experts in their field
and with senior
experience in the food and drink industry. Their precious feedback will help
you
improve your entry
and make your case for the following year's awards.
Who can enter?
Companies or individuals employed by companies including:
- Food and drink manufacturers (incl. alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, baby
food but
excluding pet food)
- Retailers, producers, growers, hospitality
- Sectors working with the food and drink supply chain including researchers,
distributors, health,
local authorities, education providers
How to enter?
- Visit our website and find a category to enter
- Make sure you read our Terms and Conditions and Tips for a successful entry
- Download the entry form and submit your application for free through our online
platform before
21st Feb 2018
- You can upload up to 5 supporting documents in addition to your entry form, make
sure to list
the titles of the files at the end of the entry form
- After uploading your entry, you should receive an email with a summary of your
submission and
the next steps for the FDF Awards.
- You can enter several categories, and nominate multiple projects/colleagues
within the same
category too as long as they are distinct
- Wait for the shortlist to be announced
- If you are shortlisted, make sure to book your place to the FDF Awards ceremony
where we will
announce winners. Make sure you share your success with your network!
Email events@fdf.org.uk if you have any questions.
Only entries through our online platform will be counted and reviewed by the
judges. Please note
that you cannot enter by email, or by sending us hard copies through the post.
However, if you do
wish to support your online entry with a hard copy version of it too, you are
welcome to send it to us
via post.
When will I hear back?
We usually announce the shortlist over the Summer. We announce it to you by
email first, and
then we publish it on our website, publish a press release, post on social
media, and feature it in the
FDF Events newsletter and other FDF communications.
If you are shortlisted, you will receive an official FDF Awards 'finalist' logo
that you can then use
on any collateral (for your website, marketing material, corporate e-mail
signature, etc). in order to
find out if you are the winner, you will need to book your place to the FDF
Awards Ceremony.
If you are not shortlisted, don't worry! We have often seen companies entering
our Awards year
on year and being shortlisted/winning only after a few attempts. Since your
entry will have been
reviewed by our judging panel of experts, you will be able to access they
feedback upon request, in
order to help you improve your entry and make your case for the following
year's
awards.
When is the FDF Awards ceremony?
Our FDF Awards Ceremony will take place on 20th September 2018 at the Royal
Lancaster,
London. This is when we will be announcing the winners of the Awards. The next
day, we will publish
the list on our website.
How much does it cost to enter?
Entering the FDF Awards is completely free and done exclusively online. Please
see How to
enter?
How much does it cost to attend the FDF Awards ceremony?
Prices for the FDF Awards ceremony are listed online.
Please note there are no special discounts for shortlisted companies.
What are your social media details?
Our Twitter handle is @Foodanddrinkfed, and the awards hashtag is
#FDFAwards.
Instagram
LinkedIn
Facebook
We are active on social media across the year, and particularly during the FDF
Awards ceremony.
The FDF Awards social media plans will be finalised closer to the date of the
ceremony.
Is there any press release?
We distribute three main press releases around the awards; when they are first
launched, a
release announcing shortlisted companies and individuals; and a post-awards
release announcing
the winners.
There may be additional press releases distributed in relation to specific award
categories. You
may be contacted by one of our Media and Campaigns team regarding a quote for
these releases.
Should you wish to get in touch with our Media and Campaigns team please email: press.office@fdf.org.uk