The People Empowering Business Forum & Awards Gala 2026, now in its 12th edition, highlights, through its dedicated Business Leaders Forum, the fundamental principles of a thriving workplace community and the key elements that underpin the development of strong teams and the achievement of competitive, high-performing results.
The People Empowering Business Awards Gala celebrates and honours leaders and their teams who have made outstanding contributions and had a significant impact on creating a workplace environment that provides people with opportunities for growth, development and professional fulfilment. This anniversary edition showcases top professionals from various sectors of the Romanian economy, both through the Forum and the Awards Gala.
This year, the PEOPLE FORUM & AWARDS GALA will take place on 28 October at InterContinental Athénée Palace Bucharest, in the Le Diplomate Conference Hall. The event recognises and honours the most valuable asset of any business and of society as a whole: people. This year’s Forum and Gala bring into the spotlight and celebrate professionals who have exceeded expectations within their organisations and business communities.
EVENT SCHEDULE
15:30 – 16:00 – Registration and Guest Reception
16:00 – 17:00 – FORUM LEADERS’ TALKS | SESSION I
17:00 – 17:15 – Coffee Break
17:15 – 17:30 – Partner Presentation
17:30 – 18:30 – FORUM LEADERS’ TALKS | SESSION II
18:30 – 19:15 – Networking Cocktail & Gala Dinner
19:15 – 20:30 – PEOPLE EMPOWERING BUSINESS AWARDS GALA
The People Empowering Business Awards Gala celebrates leaders and professionals who go beyond expectations to foster growth, inclusion and positive change within their organisations. By recognising these outstanding achievements, the awards highlight the commitment of companies and leaders to building an organisational culture rooted in support, empowerment and individual potential.
