Here are some of the most popular awards in business journalism:
- Gerald Loeb Awards – Presented by the UCLA Anderson School of Management, these prestigious awards recognize excellence in deadline and beat reporting, investigative journalism, in-depth analysis, and commentary across various media platforms.
- The Sidney Awards – Bestowed by the Society of American Business Editors and Writers (SABEW), the Sidney Awards honor the best in business journalism across print, online, audio, and video categories.
- Michael Kelly Award – This award, given by the Global Investigative Journalism Network, recognizes outstanding investigative journalism that makes a public impact. Business stories are frequently among the winners.
- Scripps Howard Awards – Presented by the Scripps Howard Foundation, these awards honor excellence in investigative journalism across various media. Business investigations are a well-represented category.
- Barlett & Steele Awards – Administered by The Reynolds Center for Business Journalism, these awards acknowledge remarkable investigative business reporting that uncovers new information and sheds light on critical issues.
- SABEW Best in Business Awards – Organized by SABEW, these comprehensive awards encompass a vast array of business journalism categories, including beat reporting, breaking news, features, investigations, and more.
- Public Service Journalism Awards – Offered by the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), these awards recognize outstanding public service journalism across different media. Business stories that expose wrongdoing or bring about positive change are often contenders.
These awards celebrate the vital role business journalists play in holding corporations accountable, uncovering important stories, and informing the public about the complex world of business.
