Celebrating Excellence: The 19th Annual Stevie® Awards for Sales and Customer Service
The 19th annual Stevie® Awards for Sales and Customer Service took place recently, honoring the world's best in customer service and sales performance. The awards are widely recognized as the pinnacle of achievement in these fields, attracting over 2,100 nominations from organizations of all sizes across 45 countries and territories.
The selection process for the winners was rigorous, involving the evaluations of more than 170 professionals globally, who participated in seven specialized juries. The nominations spanned over 60 categories, showcasing extraordinary accomplishments in customer service, sales, and contact center operations. Notable categories included Contact Center of the Year, Innovator in Customer Service, and Sales Department of the Year, among many others.
One of the standout winners this year was the international logistics giant, DP DHL. They set an extraordinary precedent by clinching a total of 39 awards, including a mix of gold, silver, and bronze Stevie Awards. This impressive haul reflects their ongoing commitment to outstanding service and operational excellence. Other notable recipients included IBM, Sales Partnerships, Inc., and UnitedHealthcare Provider Service Operations, all of which demonstrated exceptional performance in their respective sectors.
The awards ceremony will be held at the prestigious Marriott Marquis hotel in New York City on April 10, 2025, where winners will receive their accolades during a grand banquet. Tickets for this highly anticipated event are currently on sale, and it promises to bring together industry leaders and innovators under one roof.
A significant highlight of this year's competition is the upcoming announcement of the winners of the Sales Ethics Award, which recognizes organizations that exemplify the highest ethical standards in selling practices. Nominations for this award close on March 21.
Moreover, five organizations will be honored with the coveted Grand Stevie Award, which is awarded to the most appreciated organizations in the competition.
As the Stevie Awards continue to showcase excellence in sales and customer service, they encourage organizations worldwide to participate in this annual celebration of achievement. The upcoming nominations for the 2026 Stevie Awards will open in July, allowing companies to submit entries across various award categories related to sales, customer service, solution provision, and business development.
These prestigious awards are organized by the Stevie Awards organization, which oversees nine leading business award programs worldwide. Each year, the Stevie Awards receive thousands of nominations from companies in over 70 nations, attesting to the global recognition and impact of the Stevie brand.
With an array of sponsors supporting the 2025 Stevie Awards for Sales and Customer Service, including The Brooks Group, Sales Partnerships, and Support Services Group, this event is set to further the recognition of outstanding achievements in the fields of sales and customer service.
For those eager to learn more or participate in future awards, further details can be accessed at
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In conclusion, the Stevie Awards remain an esteemed event that acknowledges not only the success of individual businesses but the dedication of the individuals behind them, fostering a global community of excellence in sales and customer service.