The benefits of being shortlisted

Of course, you enter Awards with the main aim of winning, however it is not always just about the winning

Here is a quick checklist of the ways you can maximise the benefit of being shortlisted and make the most of your achievement, regardless of whether you walk away with the trophy.

• The British Youth Travel Awards finalist logo can be downloaded here and all shortlisted companies are permitted to use this on your website, on social media, in your email signature and in any other communication that you plan to send out. This is a logo of quality and industry excellence
• BETA will announce the shortlist to more than 7,000 industry professionals, including media partners and via our social media channels. Your company name, description and link will also be listed on the British Youth Travel Awards website
• Off the back of this, you can announce the fact that you have been shortlisted. This makes a great PR angle to use either on its own or alongside any other news about the company that you’re sending out
• Once the news has gone out that you are shortlisted, use it as a reason to contact clients (current, past and potential) to share your achievement with them. Maybe you could roll that news in with a special offer?
• Use this news to target new business, a good way to introduce your company to an untapped market
• Use your social media accounts to announce the news and follow others who are also shortlisted. Remember that the awards ceremony will be a great networking opportunity, so making “virtual” contact with others beforehand starts that relationship before you’ve even got your glad rags on. Don’t forget to use the official hashtag too #BYTA23 #BritishYouthTravelAwards and tag us via our social channels here: X BETA | X BYTAwards | LinkedIn BETA | LinkedIn BYTA | Instagram BETA
• Use this shortlisting to boost your team/staff morale, as let’s face it, you couldn’t have got to where you are without them
• Book your tickets for the Awards evening as soon as possible and decide on who from the team should also be invited. Some staff members may see this as a thank-you and incentive, after all, it is sure to be a great night out. Book your places here, with prices per guest starting from £100 + VAT and 10% of all ticket sales will be donated to our chosen charity The Family Holiday Charity
• Make the most of the awards ceremony. Being shortlisted and attending gives you access to a room filled with potential clients and collaborators. You may just want to celebrate with your team, but it’s also worth chatting with others to grow your network.