From Brands and Retail to Events, Charity, Community, Tech, Media, and Beyond
Chances are very high that you have already got involved in the 2025 Running Industry Awards by either nominating, voting, or securing one of the sought after tables at the Gala Awards Dinner in December. If you haven’t – please carry on reading as it’s not too late to get involved.
What are the Running Industry Awards?
The Running Industry Awards 2025 are a celebration of the business-to-business (B2B) running community organised by Running Industry Alliance (RIA) in collaboration with England Athletics and RunEvents.
Nominations, voting and attendance of the Gala Awards Dinner is open to Running Industry Alliance (RIA) Members, Triathlon Industry Alliance (TIA) Members as well as non‑members and the wider industry, and this is already seen as a business-to-business (B2B) event not to be missed.
The first round of public voting is now open and the winners will be announced at a prestigious Gala Awards Dinner held at Loughborough University on 9th December.
What is the Public Voting Process?
It is free to vote via the official Awards website www.runningindustryawards.com and the top three finalists and winners will be decided by public vote.
Public Voting Round 1: For the Top 3 shortlists: 21st August – 13th October 2025
Public Voting Round 2: Winners Selection: 17th October – 7th November 2025
Winners Announced: 9th December at the Gala Awards Dinner
Which Awards are up for grabs?
There are 18 awards across 11 categories in 2025:
Brand of the Year (4 Awards)
Recognising outstanding brands across core product categories:
1. Footwear Brand of the Year – Category Partner SportsShoes.com
For innovation, design, performance, and impact in running shoes.
2. Apparel Brand of the Year
For excellence in technical clothing, sustainability, and community engagement.
3. Accessories Brand of the Year
For brands excelling in gear such as eyewear, headlamps, hats, socks or safety – elevating the runner experience.
4. Nutrition, Hydration and Wellbeing
Celebrating those supporting the physical and mental wellbeing of runners through innovative products, services, or programmes.
Retailer of the Year (3 Awards)
Honouring retail excellence across all formats – in service, innovation and community:
5. Independent Retailer of the Year – independently owned and up to a maximum of 5 stores
6. Multi-Site Retailer of the Year – over 6 stores
7. Online Retailer of the Year – purely online retailers
Event of the Year (3 Awards)
Celebrating exceptional events that raise the bar in delivery, runner experience, innovation and community value:
8. Large-Scale Event of the Year
For mass participation events (5,000+ runners) excelling in scale, sustainability, and impact.
9. Mid-Sized Event of the Year
For events (1,000–4,999 runners) showcasing standout experience, sustainability and community connection.
10. Boutique or Specialist Event of the Year
For events under 1,000 participants that prioritise accessibility, sustainability, local engagement, and unique experiences.
11. Community Impact Award – Category Partner ASICS
Recognising individuals or initiatives using running to create meaningful social change, inclusion, and local transformation.
12. Charity Campaign of the Year – Category Partner Scimitar
Celebrating impactful charity campaigns, initiatives or events that drive awareness, action, fundraising and positive outcomes.
13. Tech in Running Award
Spotlighting transformative technology that enhances training, racing, and the runner journey – from apps and wearables to digital platforms and tools.
14. Service or Supplier of the Year
Recognising essential B2B providers – from timing and logistics to merchandise and safety – who keep the industry moving behind the scenes.
15. Media Voice of the Year
Highlighting powerful storytelling in running – from journalists and broadcasters to podcasters, influencers, and media platforms shaping culture and conversation.
16. Triathlon & Multisport Excellence Award – Category Partner Triathlon Industry Alliance
Celebrating innovation and growth across the multisport sector – including triathlon events, brands, and service providers making an impact in crossover spaces.
17. Agency of the Year
Honouring creative, PR, event or marketing agencies that deliver standout industry campaigns.
18. Outstanding Contribution to the Industry Award
Recognising an individual or organisation whose long-term service, vision, or leadership has shaped and elevated the running industry.
Who can attend the Gala Awards Dinner on 9th December?
The Gala Awards Dinner is open to anyone working in the business-to-business (B2B) space that forms the running and multisport ecosystem – and anyone else who wants to be a part of it, soak up the atmosphere and make new industry connections.
Running Industry Alliance (RIA) and Triathlon Industry Alliance (TIA) members get a 60% discount on individual seats, so you may want to consider joining and making the most of the many other benefits that come with the membership. This includes access to The Running Conference presented by haku (7th to 9th December) and Triathlon Industry Conference (8th December), which precede the Running Industry Awards. If you are interested in joining please complete the membership enquiry form here for RIA and here for TIA, and a member of the team will get in touch.
Gala Awards Dinner tickets and tables
Gold, Silver and Bronze Tables (Seating 8 per table) as well as individual seats on mixed tables can now be booked, click here to secure your presence in the room (please note these are being booked quickly and not all levels may still be available).
Prices for tables start from £2,200 +VAT for a Bronze table seating 8, including a 3-course meal, drinks package, and your branded board on the table.
Venue: Burleigh Court Conference Centre & Hotel, Loughborough University, UK
Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025
Time: Arrival from 18.00 ; Close by 23:00
Dress code: Whatever makes you feel fabulous
Capacity: 220 guests
The Running Industry Awards are supported by “The Power Zone” Partners including njuko, Orangery, givestar, Endurance Zone, MOVE, Women’s Running and Marathon Photos Live.
Category Partners announced so far include ASICS, SportsShoes.com, Scimitar and Triathlon Industry Alliance.
Category and strategic partnership opportunities are available, please contact the RIA Team at [email protected] if you want to get involved.
Website & tickets: www.runningindustryawards.com
Direct link to vote: in.njuko.com/running-industry-awards-2025
