ACEC Brings Home the Gold at the Trendy Awards
ACEC is proud to announce that the council took home three honors at the 2026 TRENDY Awards. The TRENDY Awards, presented by CEO Update, recognize the most innovative and effective marketing, communications, and digital initiatives produced by associations and nonprofits each year.
The awards highlight the creativity and impact of ACEC’s communications and education initiatives that are designed to support member firms and elevate the engineering profession.
ACEC received Gold for Best Annual Report for the ACEC Empower Annual Report, a publication that showcases the growth, achievements, and momentum of the Empower initiative.
Judges also awarded Gold for Best Book/Manual/Catalog to the Engineering Excellence Awards Call for Submissions, a key resource that guides firms through the prestigious EEA competition and highlights the innovation happening across the engineering industry. Both pieces demonstrate ACEC’s commitment to clear storytelling, strong design, and effective engagement with member firms.
Rounding out the recognition, ACEC earned Bronze for Best eLearning & Live Training for the Seller-Doer Accelerator: Business Development for Engineers, a program that equips engineering professionals with practical skills to strengthen client relationships and drive business growth. The award underscores the value of ACEC’s professional development offerings and their role in helping firms succeed in an increasingly competitive marketplace.
Together, these honors reinforce ACEC’s leadership in delivering impactful communications, programs, and resources for the engineering community.
