Celebrating Excellence: 2025 Winners
Learn more about award categories and recent recipients here, where they share individual videos and extended biographical information. The 2026 award winners will be recognized at AAA Annual Convention 2026, April 22-25 in San Antonio.
2026 Nominations Are Closed
Thank you to everyone who nominated a friend or colleague who has been of exceptional service to the Academy and/or the profession. We look forward to recognizing the recipients in 2026.
Nominations for the 2027 Honors and Awards will open during the AAA Annual Convention 2026, April 22-25.
 Award CategoriesRecognition
The Academy will recognize the award winners through social media, the Academy website, and other digital platforms. Additionally, they will be honored onsite during the general session at the AAA Annual Convention and at a featured session panel discussion focused on their achievements, lessons learned, and more.
Other Special Awards
These awards are given at the discretion of the president and presented at the AAA Annual Convention.
Past Award Categories and Recipients
These award categories have been retired and are no longer applicable, but you can review those past winners by clicking on the category below.
