Back in Palm Beach 

Following our sell-out 40th anniversary edition, which generated an astounding 214 nominations and marked a significant milestone in the recognition of industry leaders & innovators in this dynamic market; we're thrilled to announce the return of the Frontier Awards to Palm Beach Cannes on Wednesday 1 October, following the TFWA World Exhibition. 

  Renowned for their independent, expert judgement, the Frontier Awards shine a spotlight on the outstanding accomplishments of individuals, teams, and companies shaping the current and future of travel retail.

This event has sold out two years in a row; don’t miss your chance to secure tickets for the 2025 ceremony and join the industry's top names, brands, and retailers under one roof.

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Meet Your 2025 Judges

Anna Somogyi Mondelēz
Hazel Catterall Newmark
Matteo Goi EssilorLuxottica
Smruti Srimam Bags of Ethics
Spencer Sheen WHSmith Travel
Sue Kelly Aer Rianta International
Umair Ansari The Estee Lauder Companies, Inc.
Vijay Talwar Avolta
600+
Attendees
41
Years Running
22
Categories
9
Respected Judges

The Frontier Awards mean everything. They are the pinnacle award for the travel retail industry, so it means the world for us to win such a prestigious award.

Andrew Bardsley Global Brand Director - Prestige Pernod Ricard
We're huge fans of the awards. They are really about the best of the best, and it's nice to be in the room with so many inspiring and incredible colleagues. We're humbled and honoured.
Lisa Bauer President and CEO Starboard Group

There is no better way to bring people together in Cannes than the Frontier Awards.

Tab Musleh Chief Retail and Hospitality Officer Qatar Airways

The Frontier Awards continue to be a beacon of excellence that recognise and celebrate innovation, outstanding performance and best-in-class talent shaping the future of the industry. We at Blueprint are looking forward to a most enjoyable evening with Travel Retail friends and colleagues. A heartfelt thank you to DFNI, the judges and the sponsors for always making this a memorable experience.

Thomas Kaneko Henningsen Partner Blueprint