Announcing the FIERCE CRO AWARDS!
The Fierce CRO Awards celebrate exceptional achievements and innovations by Contract Research Organizations (CROs). These awards honor CROs that have demonstrated outstanding performance, innovation, and leadership in delivering high-quality research and development services. By recognizing the excellence of CROs, the awards aim to highlight the critical role they play in advancing life sciences research and improving patient outcomes.
Through this program, we aim to:
- Acknowledge outstanding CROs and their contributions to the life sciences industry, including their role in facilitating drug development, clinical trials, and other critical research activities
- Promote best practices and innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency, quality, and impact of CRO services
- Celebrate the achievements of individuals and teams within CROs who drive progress and deliver exceptional results

2025 Key Dates and Information
Be sure to mark your calendars with these important dates for the 2025 CRO Awards:
- March 3: Submissions Open
- April 10: Submissions Deadline
- May 14: Finalists Announced
- June 18: Winners Announced
Eligibility:
Nominees may include Contract Research Organizations of all sizes and specializations within the life sciences industry. Eligible entities must demonstrate significant achievements and a commitment to excellence in their respective areas of service.
Selection Criteria:
Innovation and Impact: The level of creativity and effectiveness in advancing research and development services within the life sciences sector
Measurable Outcomes: Evidence of tangible results and improvements, such as successful trials, enhanced data quality, or improved client satisfaction
Sustainability and Scalability: The potential for long-term impact and the ability to apply successful practices on a broader scale
Ethical and Regulatory Adherence: Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and complying with relevant regulations
What Do Winners Receive?
- Featured in the Fierce CRO Awards Report with world-wide distribution
- Exclusive use of the Fierce CRO Awards Winner lcon for one year
- Inclusion in a press release announcing the year's Awards winners and accomplishments
- Press release template for your distribution
- Logo and recognition on CRO Awards website for a year
- Social media promotion
