Working Groups Recognition Awards 2026
GSMA is proud to launch its Working Groups Recognition Awards, celebrating and rewarding individual contributions to the Working Groups.
Nominations are now closed for the inaugural Working Groups recognition awards. This is your chance to highlight the colleagues whose collaboration, insight and dedication help shape the future of mobile. Celebrate the impact of your peers by putting their contributions forward for recognition.
Why nominate?
Nominating a colleague is a chance to celebrate the people who make GSMA’s Working Groups thrive. These awards recognise individuals who go above and beyond – by contributing their time, expertise, and commitment to drive collective success. Your nomination celebrates individuals who drive progress within their groups and play a vital role in shaping the future of our industry.
Celebrate and reward outstanding individual contributions to Working Groups.
Showcase achievements that others can learn from and build on.
Inspire and encourage even greater impact across all Working Groups.
Key dates
- Submission of entries will be open until 27 February 2026 on Member Gateway.
- Winners will be announced in May 2026.
“Our Working Groups are at the heart of GSMA’s success, driven by the passion and collaboration of our members. The achievements of our Working Groups shape the future of mobile, and these awards are a fantastic opportunity to recognise the individuals who make that progress possible. As this is the inaugural year of the awards, I encourage you to get involved and nominate your peers to ensure their contributions are celebrated.
Ian Pannell, Chief Engineer, GSMA.
Criteria
Nominees will be assessed based on the examples provided that demonstrate one or more of the following:
- Demonstrated commitment and reliable participation within GSMA Working Groups.
- Clear instances of going above and beyond, creating measurable impact.
- Innovative ideas or approaches that have shaped or influenced new directions.
- Positive influence on collaboration, encouraging wider engagement across members.
- Early impact from newer members, showing strong potential for future leadership.
- Exceptional contributions that advance technology for the benefit of the telco industry.
- Leadership that inspires others, acting as a role model for peers and future generations.
- Active support for the Working Groups community through mentoring, volunteering, or developing others.
Requirements
Nominees and nominators must meet the following requirements to be eligible for the Working Groups recognition awards 2026:
- Nominee must be both a GSMA member and an active member of a Working Group at the time of submission.
- Nominator must be a GSMA member and a member of a Working Group.
- Members nominate fellow Working Group colleagues but cannot nominate someone from their own company.
- Only one nomination per member organisation will be accepted.
- All entries must be submitted via Member Gateway by 27 February 2026.
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