Why you should get involved

The PIEoneer Awards are now in their 10th year and have become a well-established fixture in the global education industry’s annual schedule of events. They celebrate innovation and achievement across the whole of our sector.

Entering the awards is a fantastic opportunity for you and your team to gain global recognition of your work – there is significant coverage of finalists and winners on The PIE News, which reaches 2 million people each year


          


The event will be held on Friday 4 September 2026, at London's Guildhall.

Guests will include a unique cross-section of influencers, decision makers and thought leaders from higher education, commercial education, language teaching, education agencies, professional services and government bodies around the world. So, get involved by entering the awards and attending either in-person or online – be inspired by the latest innovations taking place across our sector and make lots of valuable new connections!


          


Here’s a snapshot of some of the feedback we've received about The PIEoneer Awards in previous years:

The PIE team are fantastic hosts. The awards aren’t just another industry night - they really capture the spirit of international education.

A genuine celebration of the people driving the sector forward and the learners whose lives are transformed along the way.

John Knott Global Director, Academic Partnerships PeopleCert, UK

The PIEoneer Awards were a fantastic celebration of the very best in international education. With inspiring recognition across the sector and networking opportunities second to none, it’s an unmissable event and a true highlight of the education event calendar.

The PIE rocks!

William Saville Global Development Manager | Global ISC Research, UK

This is my first time attending The PIEoneer Awards, and I found the program to be highly professional and truly meaningful for the global higher education community. We sincerely hope that The PIE will continue to grow stronger, with even more award categories to connect universities worldwide and to honour the organisations and individuals who have made significant contributions to education both in their own countries and across the globe.

Nguyen Hung Quan Head of Admissions FPT University, Vietnam

I was honored to be a judge at this year's The PIEoneer awards. Getting a chance to learn about and be a part of acknowledging and recognizing innovative individuals and organizations was truly rewarding. The team at The PIE always go out of their way to put on an event worthy of one's time and travel.

I look forward to next year and hopefully being back as a judge once more.

Holly Sanders Chief Transformation Officer World Education Services, US

The event itself was a wonderful celebration of global education, collaboration, impact, and progress in our field. We cannot forget the profound impact of the work we do daily. From the networking opportunities to the connections, The PIEoneer Awards created a space where we can celebrate together as a field!

Well done!

Brigitta Richmond Director, Summer and Short-term Study Abroad Notre Dame Global, US

Thank you to the PIE team for celebrating both things that are happening in education and the creative minds behind them - what a room full of passion this event was! I look forward to future editions of this remarkable event.

Congrats to all the nominees and winners!

Phillip Wenturine Director of University Counseling Brewster American Schools, Spain

The PIEoneer Awards 2025 truly celebrated innovation and excellence in global education. The PIE team has done an outstanding job creating a platform that brings together passionate professionals dedicated to advancing the sector. Their commitment to fostering collaboration and recognising impactful contributions is inspiring.

Ishita Singh Senior Regional Advisor - South Asia and MENA OneStep Global, India

The PIEoneer Awards are truly the Oscars of International Education! From the exquisite venue to the calibre of nominations, to the award ceremony - it was a once in a lifetime opportunity to mingle with change-makers from around the world!

Thank you!

Karima Ramji Associate Director, International, Indigenous and Accessibility University of Victoria, Canada

The PIEoneer Awards are a must-attend event for anyone in international higher education. Held at the magnificent Guildhall, the awards celebrate the inspirational work of nominees and provide unparalleled networking opportunities, making them a highlight on the HE calendar.

Joe Paley Head of International and Partnership Development University of South Wales, Wales

The PIEoneer Awards are more than just a glittering event. They showcase International Education in all its excellence and diversity, and are an inspiration for all actors throughout the global industry.

Eleri Maitland Marketing Director French In Normandy, France

The PIEoneer awards are a great opportunity to connect with leaders in International Education, and a fabulous showcase of the great things we do in the field.


Alex Wolfson Head of New University Partnerships, UK and Europe Study Group, UK

Huge congrats to The PIE for an amazing event recognising a wide variety of educational impacts. I know The PIE deals with lots of people but the interaction is personal.

Thanks for being such a good source of well researched, localised intel.

Teresa Jacobs Executive Director - Learning ISDC Global, UK

The PIE Awards celebrates all that is best in our industry, and helps to spark ideas and innovation.

Jacqui Coffin Business Development Director - UPE Navitas, UK