It’s time your training takes center stage!
The 2026 TalentLMS Training Excellence Awards are your chance to share your training story, showcase the impact you’ve made, and gain the industry recognition your work deserves.
The awards
Top Training Award
Your training program is one of a kind. Now it’s time to show what makes it stand out. Whether you train employees, customers, or partners, we want to hear what sets your training apart.
Using AI to build your training? Opt in to be recognized as an AI Learning Pioneer (available only through this category).
Great Results Award
Your training metrics tell part of the story. This award is about what comes next: How training drove measurable business results. Revenue growth, improved retention, lower costs, and stronger performance.
Tell us what changed for your organization because of learning.
Social Impact Award
This award recognizes programs that create positive change beyond the organization: Supporting communities, improving access to education, advancing sustainability, or tackling social challenges.
If your training makes a difference in the world, we want to hear about it.
Training Trailblazer Award
Behind every great training program, there’s someone who made it happen. This award is for the person who championed learning when no one else would.
Submit your entry for 1 or all 3 of the other categories to be eligible for the Training Trailblazer Award. You can nominate yourself or your team’s L&D champion.
A prize that powers your next big L&D leap!
This year’s Training Excellence Awards winners will receive a series of consulting sessions with L&D strategist and thought-leader Stella Lee.
These sessions are designed to help you transform your approach and get future-ready.
Tailor each session to your needs & goals. Whether it’s a content audit, analytics support, skill mapping insights, or AI integration guidance, this bespoke prize will deliver high-impact, strategic value tailored to your goals.
Meet Stella Lee!
Stella Lee, PhD
Director of Paradox Learning, AI strategist, and eLearning expert
Dr. Stella Lee has over 20 years of progressive experience internationally in consulting digital learning initiatives with higher education, government, NGOs, and the private sectors.
Today her focus is on enterprise-wide learning strategy and governance, digital ethics for learning, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and e-learning applications, learning management system (LMS) design, evaluation and learning analytics.
Why should I enter?
Now’s your time to shine and get recognized for being a dedicated member of the training community. Winners and finalists are featured across the TalentLMS community, our website, and social media.
Your story will reach thousands of L&D professionals worldwide. It’s a chance to show what your team has built and inspire other organizations to see what’s possible with the right training.
Plus, winners will unlock a series of consulting sessions with L&D expert Stella Lee, tailored to help you drive even greater training success with TalentLMS.
How do I apply?
Applying is available to those with an active paid TalentLMS plan. All it takes is three steps. That’s it.
- Pick your category: Choose from Top Training Award, Great Results, or Social Impact. Got more than one great story to tell? You can enter multiple categories! You can also opt in to be considered for the Training Trailblazer Award (this is your moment!).
- Tell your story: Fill out the submission form with details about your program, your approach, and your results. Be specific. Numbers, examples, and supporting materials make your entry stronger.
- Submit by July 17: Once you’re happy with your entry, hit submit. Changed your mind about something? Don’t worry, you can edit your submission anytime before the deadline.
Using AI to build your training? Opt in to be recognized as an AI Learning Pioneer (available only through the Top Training category).
Entries close 17 July, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Who can enter the awards?
Anyone with an active paid TalentLMS plan.
Who needs to submit the entry?
As the account owner, the administrator, or the lead trainer, you can submit your entry by providing your training portal URL.
Are there any entry limitations?
No, you can submit your entry regardless of your organization’s size, industry, location, and training audience.
Is there an entry fee?
No! All you have to do is share your L&D story and how you’re using your portal for training—and leave the rest to our awards team.
Is there a deadline for entry submissions?
The submission deadline is 17 July, 2026
Can I save my submission and continue it later?
Absolutely. We know you may need to complete your submission over time. At the bottom of your selected submission form, you’ll see a “save and continue later” button. Simply click the button and follow the prompts to either copy your form’s link or have it emailed straight to your inbox. Remember to make sure you’ve received the link before closing the form.
Can I apply for multiple award categories?
Yes. Have a look at the different categories, choose the one(s) for which you want to submit your entry, and fill out the form(s). When you submit your entry for any of the three awards (Top Training Award, Great Results Award, Social Impact Award), you become eligible for the Training Trailblazer Award, too. Your entry to this award is optional.
Customers submitting through the Top Training Award category can also opt in to be recognized as AI Learning Pioneers for innovative uses of AI in training.
How do I enter the Training Trailblazer Award?
To submit your entry for the Training Trailblazer Award, you first need to apply for any of the other three categories (Top Training Award, Great Results Award, Social Impact Award). Then, all you’ll have to do is nominate yourself or your team’s L&D hero by answering one final question.
You simply opt-in for this award as the last stage of the submission form when you enter any of the other three categories.
How can I apply for the AI Learning Pioneer recognition?
To be recognized as an AI Learning Pioneer, you need to apply through the Top Training Award category. During the submission process, you’ll have the option to opt in and share how your team is using AI in training.
This recognition celebrates innovative and practical uses of AI in L&D, from content creation and personalization to automation and scaling training more efficiently.
I submitted my entry. What’s next?
Winners of the four main categories (Top Training Award, Great Results Award, Social Impact Award, and Training Trailblazer Award) will receive a series of tailored consulting sessions with L&D expert Stella Lee.
Winners and finalists will be announced later in the year. Keep an eye on this page and your inbox for more updates.
A look back at our 2025 winners:
Chowgirls Catering
Innodata
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association
Meredith Singleton