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Meet the Business Scale-Up Award Finalists 2024
In partnership with LSEG Foundation. An award to honour an individual or group of individuals linked with the Armed Forces community who have started a successful new business venture more than two years ago (before January 1st, 2022) and who still retain a minimum of 50% interest in the venture.

Meet the Lifetime Achievement Award Finalists 2024
In partnership with Oracle. An award to honour a person whose lifetime of dedicated service has provided a significant contribution in support of the Armed Forces community.

Meet the Defence Inclusivity Award Finalists 2024
In partnership with Barclays. An award to honour the commitment and achievements of an individual, team or organisation in delivering greater diversity and inclusion within UK defence and the Armed Forces community.

Join Us at Awards Night: Tables Now On Sale
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D-Day80: Commemorating the heroes of the Battle of Normandy
Soldiering On Awards joins the nation in commemorating the D-Day landings of 6 June 1944 a pivotal moment marking the beginning of the end of World War II and the restoration of peace in Europe.

Welcome Lt Gen Nugee as Co-Chair of Judges
It is with great pleasure that Soldiering On Awards welcomes Lieutenant General Richard Nugee as Co-Chair of Judges.

Fostering Inclusivity in the Armed Forces Community
At the Soldiering On Awards, we pride ourselves on the diversity of our categories, which helps ensure that people in all aspects and sectors of the Armed Forces community are represented and celebrated for their achievements.
Whether Defence Inclusivity and Animal Partnership, or Business Scale-Up and Lifetime Achievement, there is a place for all members of the wider military family to be seen and recognised.

Jeremy Vine Returns as Host for Soldiering On Awards 2024
Soldiering On Awards is thrilled to announce the return of broadcasting legend Jeremy Vine as host for 2024.
Jeremy Vine has led the Soldiering On Awards ceremony several times. His charismatic presence and genuine passion for honouring the societal contributions of the Armed Forces community have left an indelible mark on finalists, attendees, and those following the event remotely.

Inspiring Inclusion in Communities: Leaders Discuss International Womens Day Theme
Soldiering On Awards CEO Ren Kapur MBE teamed up with awards partner Adele Every at Cisco, and her colleague Sarah Walker, to kick-start an annual event seeking to shine a light on the incredible women and men in our Armed Forces community, and wider Forces-friendly individuals.
For International Women’s Day our aim is to bring all the partners of SOA together at different cities across the UK, starting off small with Newcastle, Cardiff, and Manchester, with our own theme of ‘Inspirational Communities’ – incorporating IWD’s international theme with the wonderful stories of our inspiring community – including the unsung heroes in our own X-Forces Enterprise and Soldiering On Awards communities, and beyond!

Chief of Defence People Champions Collaboration at Poignant Windsor Castle Launch for 2024 Nominations
Within the walls of the historic Windsor Castle, steeped in military history and national significance, Chief of Defence People at the Ministry of Defence, Vice Admiral Phil Hally CB MBE, called for collaboration across Defence in his speech at a reception to mark the commencement of the 2024 Soldiering On Awards nominations.

Soldiering On Awards 2024 Opens Nominations, unveiling New ‘Employee Champion’ Category
Soldiering On Awards is delighted to announce the opening of nominations for 2024. This year brings an exciting addition to the lineup – the introduction of the ‘Employee Champion Award.’ This category aims to shine a spotlight on those individuals who actively support members of the Armed Forces community in civilian careers and champion the employability of service leavers, reservists, veterans, spouses, and family members.

Tribute to Tal Lambert-Moore MBE
The Soldiering On Awards team is sad to hear the news of the passing of Tal Lambert-Moore MBE. Ren Kapur MBE, Soldiering On Awards CEO, offers this tribute.