Finalist FAQs
Yes. Best in Class awards are determined independently by attribute within each modality and size grouping. Multiple organizations may be recognized across different attributes and categories.
Yes. If selected as a CDMO of the Year winner and also recognized in Best in Class, both distinctions will be formally issued and shipped following the ceremony.
Being included in the Top 3 indicates your organization is one of three finalists in that category, with one winner ultimately selected.
All finalists will be recognized on the awards website and in post-event coverage. Only winners will be announced during the ceremony.
Yes. The complete list of finalists will be available on the homepage of this awards site.
The program reflects a comprehensive evaluation across CDMO of the Year and Best in Class distinctions, along with select Jury Awards. The ceremony itself is delivered in a curated, streamlined format, with CDMO of the Year and Jury Awards serving as the central on-stage moments of the evening.
No. We do not differentiate between “Global” and “International” categories.
For 2026, all organizations are evaluated within the same global survey framework and grouped solely by revenue size and modality. This approach ensures clarity and consistency in how companies are compared, while reflecting the increasingly global nature of CDMO partnerships and sponsor relationships.
Following the ceremony, we anticipate offering custom research reports in partnership with Tufts CSDD, providing deeper insight into aggregated survey findings. We are also exploring a post-event webinar reviewing key trends and takeaways. Additional information will be shared after the ceremony.
No. Results remain confidential until the official announcement at the awards ceremony.
Yes. CDMO of the Year winners will be invited to deliver brief acceptance remarks of approximately 60 to 90 seconds.
Suggested guidance for remarks:
- Keep comments concise and forward-looking
- Acknowledge sponsor partners and teams
- Reinforce commitment to quality, collaboration, and innovation
- Avoid commercial promotion or sales messaging
Best in Class recognition will be presented through a curated video tribute format and will not include individual stage remarks.
If announced as a CDMO of the Year winner, a representative will be invited to the stage for recognition and brief remarks.
Following remarks, your representative will:
- Be presented with a ceremonial stage prop for photo purposes
- Be guided to the designated photo opportunity area
- Participate in official event photography
- Be invited to a brief post-stage video interview
Our team will guide representatives through each step to ensure a smooth experience.
Selected winners may be invited to participate in a short recorded interview immediately following stage recognition. These interviews are used for post-event coverage and digital promotion.
Typical questions may include:
- What does this recognition mean to your organization?
- What differentiates your partnership approach in this modality?
- How do you define successful CDMO–sponsor collaboration?
- What industry trends are shaping your strategy moving forward?
Suggested approach:
- Keep responses concise and authentic
- Emphasize partnership, performance, and patient impact
- Avoid competitive comparisons
- Speak to long-term commitment to sponsors and innovation
Interviews are brief and professionally facilitated by the event team.
Use the awards website contact form and a member of the events team will respond within 24 hours. Thank you, and congratulations!