CIFWK Trailblazer Awards

CIFWK Trailblazer Awards, presented by INNASTAR, was established to recognize individuals whose contributions have left an indelible mark on our community, the Trailblazer Awards celebrates those who exemplify excellence, creativity, and generosity.  This year’s honorees will be acknowledged for their commitment to enriching the lives of others. The awards offer a formal recognition of individuals who, through talent and service, elevate the Cayman Islands’ creative landscape and inspire future generations.  We also celebrate the graduates of the CFS program.​

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LIST OF AWARDS:

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1. Actor/Actress of the Year

2. Beauty Innovator of the Year (Hair/Makeup/Skincare)

3. Caymanian Pride Award (Recognizing a creative promoting Cayman’s heritage)

4. Creative Entrepreneur

5. Creative Leadership in Community Impact

6. Digital Content Innovator (social media, content creators, and influencers)

7. DJ of the Year

8. Excellence in Literature (writing, poetry, drama, storytelling)

9. Excellence in Performing Arts (Dance/Theater/Stage Performance)

10. Excellence in Visual Arts (painting, drawing, sculpture, textiles, graphic design)

11. Fashion Designer

12. Fashion Icon Award (Trailblazer in Fashion & Style)

13. Global Impact Award (Artists making waves internationally)

14. Visionary Award (Lifetime Achievement in Creative / Pioneer in shaping the arts/ creative industries)

15. Innovative Educator in Creative Arts

16. Model of the Year

17. Musician/Performer of the Year

18. Photographer/Videographer/Filmmaker

19. Promoter of the Year

20. Youth Model of the Year

21. Youth Trailblazer Award (For young creatives under 18)

 

The criteria of this awards segment are as follows:

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
- Persons can nominate themselves via webform on our website
- The nominee must be a resident of the Cayman Islands

NOMINATING & VOTING PROCESS:
- Persons can nominate themselves via webform on our website
- Persons from the community can nominate others (nomination must be accompanied by a photo and contact details of the nominee)
- Nominees' pictures, along with information regarding their category, will be posted on social media.

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2025 NOMINATIONS

▪︎ Each nominee will be acknowledged and announced at the CIFWK Gala on 4/11/2025.

▪︎ Community Voting for the Trailblazer Finalists in each category: March 2 - March 15.

▪︎ The CIFWK Gala will be held at the Grand Cayman Marriott Resort.

▪︎ Nominees must be present at the CIFWK Gala to receive their award.

 

NOMINATIONS ENDS FEBRUARY 28, 2024 11:59 pm

PRIZE:
- Each winner will receive a personalized award

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​Vote Now: ​CLICK HERE​

 

▪︎ Each nominee will be acknowledged and announced at the CIFWK Gala on 4/19/20​

▪︎ Community Nomination for the Trailblazer Finalists in each category: March 6, 2024 - March 14, 2024.

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▪︎ Nominees must be present at the CIFWK Gala to receive their award.

 

NOMINATION ENDS 3/14/2024

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To learn more about INNASTAR, visit https://innastar.org/