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SEASON 2026

CEO Rankings

For five illustrious seasons, CEO Rankings stand as the most coveted Award in the realm of top-level management. Combining the power of people's voices with a performance evaluation, it annually honors the exceptional CEOs who drive business excellence.

CEO Rankings orchestrates the entire award process online, encompassing both voting and the announcement of winners. This streamlined approach ensures a frictionless experience, guaranteeing effortless participation and timely recognition.

Season 2026 Overview

Nominees

1011

Countries

80

Leaderboards

569

Season, Nominations and Rankings

CEO Rankings is a league for CEOs. To win the "CEO of the Year" title on a global, national, regional, or local level, the nominee must end the season (December 30) ranked #1 on one of these four leaderboards.

Season: Jan 1 - Dec 30.

Nominations: To submit a nomination for your favorite CEO, please use the form below.

Rankings: The ranking is based on the number of Points, which are composed of votes and performance. People can support your nomination by voting on their own behalf or on behalf of their companies. Performance is verified by reviewing the material submitted by the nominees.

Awards

CEO of the Year

The most influential CEO showcases exceptional performance, strong industry support, and public endorsement—evidence of your leadership excellence.

Performance Excellence Award

Merit-based success. Ranking in the top three shows investors, board members, and the industry that you set and achieve ambitious goals.

Corporate Support Award

Endorsements from peers and business partners highlight your credibility in the corporate sector and showcase your ability to build valuable, lasting relationships.

People’s Choice Award

Genuine grassroots support shows you've inspired and mobilized real people, reflecting your strong personal brand and leadership appeal.

For details on winning an award, announcement schedules, and benefits, visit the Awards page.

Nominate the CEO

To nominate the CEO for TWCR Awards, please use the form below.

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Guidelines
  • Each nomination is reviewed within 48 hours of submission. After submitting, you can easily check your nomination status online.
  • If a nomination is accepted, the nominee will receive an email within 48 hours with the Member's area login credentials.
  • If a nomination is declined, we won't notify the nominee, but you can check the nomination status online.
  • You can submit an unlimited number of nominations as long as they comply with our anti-spam policy and terms of service.