The Countdown Is On – Enter the Vertex Awards Now Before It’s Too Late!

The Vertex Awards are back,

and the clock is ticking!

This is your moment to shine on the global stage of Retailer-owned Brand, private brand, and private label design excellence. The 13th Annual Vertex Awards are officially open for submissions, but hurry—the deadline to enter is January 31, 2025!

Don’t let this opportunity slip away. Showcase your most groundbreaking and innovative designs in the world’s most prestigious competition for private brand packaging. This is your chance to elevate your work, gain global recognition, and claim your spot among the best in the industry.

Why Act Now?

The Vertex Awards are more than a competition—they’re your ticket to worldwide acclaim. Winning a Vertex Award positions your brand as a leader in creativity, innovation, and design excellence. But the clock is ticking, and time waits for no one.

  • Late Rate Submission: $349 USD
  • Final Deadline: January 31, 2025

The urgency is real. Secure your place today, before time runs out!

Be Celebrated at Iconic Global Events

Winners will be honored at two exclusive ceremonies:

  • U.S. Ceremony: May 14, 2025, at the Mint Museum in Charlotte, NC, during the Velocity Conference & Expo.
  • European Ceremony: May 19, 2025, in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

These ceremonies are your chance to stand in the spotlight, connect with industry leaders, and celebrate your achievements on a global stage.

Don’t Wait – The Deadline Is Looming!

The time to act is NOW. With the January 31 deadline rapidly approaching, your chance to gain international recognition and elevate your designs to new heights is slipping away.

Be Bold. Be Creative. Be Recognized.

The Vertex Awards are your opportunity to prove that your designs are among the best in the world. Enter today—before it’s too late!

By Published On: January 21st, 2025

Share This Incite!

About the Author: Christopher Durham

Christopher Durham is the president of the Velocity Institute. Prior to this he founded the groundbreaking site My Private Brand. He is the co-founder of The Vertex Awards. He began his retail career building brands at Food Lion and Lowe’s Home Improvement. Durham has worked with retailers around the world, including Albertsons, Family Dollar, Petco, Staples, Office Depot, Best Buy, Metro Canada. Durham has published seven definitive books on private brands, including Fifty2: The My Private Brand Project and Vanguard: Vintage Originals.

2025 EVENTS

TICKETS, SPONSORSHIPS & EXPO BOOTHS NOW AVAILABLE

VELOCITY CONFERENCE
+ EXPO 2025

MAY 13-15
CHARLOTTE, NC

VERTEX AWARDS CELEBRATION AMERICAS

MAY 14
CHARLOTTE, NC

VERTEX AWARDS CELEBRATION EUROPE

MAY 19
AMSTERDAM,
THE NETHERLANDS

VELOCITY SUSTAINABILITY FUTURE FORUM

OCTOBER 2025
A GLOBAL VIRTUAL EVENT

VELOCITY
BOLD BASH 2025

MAY 19
AMSTERDAM,
THE NETHERLANDS

VELOCITY THIS WEEK LIVE!

WEEKLY PRIVATE
BRAND NEWS