Business Excellence Awards · Investment Forum · Leadership Summit

Imperium 2027

The UK's premier business growth, innovation & leadership summit.

Date14 January 2027
VenueDoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central
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Presented by 24 News UK & Europe

One powerful vision

More than an awards ceremony

Imperium is a premium business platform that connects entrepreneurs, investors, corporate leaders, innovators and media under one prestigious event.

Recognition is the beginning. Growth is the destination.

  • Celebrate excellence
  • Build business relationships
  • Generate investment opportunities
  • Promote entrepreneurship
  • Strengthen the UK & Europe business community
  • Connect businesses with consumers through media
The Imperium 2027 Business Award trophy

The evening

Event overview

Date
Thursday 14 January 2027
Venue
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central, Scotland
Presented by
24 News UK & Europe
  • Business leadership summit
  • Premium business awards
  • Investor networking
  • Live entertainment
  • Celebrity guests
  • Media interviews
  • Red carpet experience
  • Live television coverage
  • VIP dinner
  • Digital campaign

Special guests

  • Ramesh Chennithala

    The Honourable Minister for Home Affairs, Kerala

  • PC Vishnunath

    The Honourable Minister for Tourism, Kerala

The film

Imperium 2027 in one minute

Calton Hill and the city skyline at dusk

Why Scotland?

Scotland has become home to a thriving business community with increasing opportunities for entrepreneurship, investment and international collaboration.

Your audience

Influential decision-makers, many sectors

Who will attend

  • Entrepreneurs
  • CEOs
  • Investors
  • Startups
  • Business owners
  • Corporate executives
  • Government representatives
  • Community leaders
  • Media personalities
  • Influencers
  • Industry experts
  • Professionals
  • Sponsors
  • Diaspora business leaders

Industries represented

Retail, finance, healthcare, hospitality, education, property, manufacturing, automotive, construction, food & beverage, logistics, tourism, legal services, recruitment, insurance, e-commerce, beauty & wellness.

An audience applauding at a business conference

Why 24 News

A trusted name in journalism

Launched in 2018 under media veteran Mr. R. Sreekandan Nair, 24 News is one of Kerala's fastest-growing and most respected news channels.

With its reputation for credibility, integrity and quality journalism, 24 News gives businesses unmatched visibility and brand trust, with a strong presence across television and digital platforms.

  • No.2News channel in Kerala
  • No.1Malayalam news channel on YouTube Live
  • GlobalAudience across the UK, Europe, Middle East, North America and India
  • MillionsOf viewers worldwide, recognised for unbiased journalism

Media power

One event. Unlimited visibility.

Sponsors receive exposure before, during and long after the event.

A presenter on stage in front of the 24 News UK & Europe screen
  • Television
  • Social media
  • YouTube
  • Website
  • News articles
  • Interviews
  • Live broadcast
  • Event photography
  • Podcast features

Coverage timeline

90-day marketing campaign

  1. Phase 1

    Pre-event

    • Launch campaign
    • Business features
    • Sponsor promotions
    • Interviews
    • Digital advertising
    • Press coverage
    • Countdown campaign

  2. Phase 2

    Event week

    • Live broadcast
    • Red carpet
    • Awards coverage
    • Interviews
    • Social media

  3. Phase 3

    Post-event

    • Winner stories
    • Feature articles
    • Highlight videos and documentary
    • Sponsor recognition
    • Long-term digital promotion

Sponsorship packages

Packages at a glance

PackageGuests coveredReturn flightsAccommodationVisa feesCampaign
Title Sponsor · full package3IncludedIncludedIncluded90-day
Platinum Sponsor2IncludedIncludedIncluded45-day
Gold Sponsor2Not includedIncludedIncluded20-day
Silver Sponsor1Not includedIncludedIncludedDigital marketing
Award Category SponsorNoneNot includedNot includedNot includedSocial and digital

“Powered by” branding

Title Sponsor

The full package

  • Fully covered for 3 guests
  • Return flight tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Visa fees
  • 90-day campaign
  • Exclusive stage recognition
  • Opening address
  • Premium logo placement
  • Speaking opportunity
  • Exclusive award category
  • Television advertising campaign
  • Prime time mentions
  • Press coverage
  • Documentary feature
  • Business interview
  • Feature articles
  • Digital marketing campaign
  • Social media promotions
  • Website visibility
  • Red carpet branding
  • VIP hospitality
  • Premium networking access

Marketing and media value: over £28,000 in television, digital, social media and event branding exposure.

Premium branding

Platinum Sponsor

  • Covered for 2 guests
  • Return flight tickets
  • Accommodation
  • Visa fees
  • 45-day campaign
  • Interview feature
  • Television promotion
  • Social media
  • Premium logo
  • Documentary feature
  • Digital campaign
  • Event branding
  • VIP access
  • Highlight videos
  • Digital marketing campaign
  • Website visibility

Marketing and media value: over £18,000 in cross-platform media exposure and event branding.

Brand visibility

Gold Sponsor

  • Covered for 2 guests
  • Accommodation
  • Visa fees
  • Flight tickets not included
  • 20-day campaign
  • Website visibility
  • Digital campaign
  • Logo placement
  • Stage mentions
  • Digital marketing campaign
  • Social media
  • Event coverage
  • Event branding

Marketing and media value: over £12,000 in brand visibility across television, digital platforms and the awards event.

Event presence

Silver Sponsor

  • Covered for 1 guest
  • Accommodation
  • Visa fees
  • Flight tickets not included
  • Logo placement
  • Stage mentions
  • Website visibility
  • Event branding
  • Social media
  • Digital marketing campaign

A cost-effective way to put your brand in front of the Imperium 2027 audience.

Own an award

Award Category Sponsorship

  • Exclusive award naming rights
  • Official winner photography
  • LED screen branding
  • Stage presentation opportunity
  • Social media promotion
  • Exclusive podcast
  • Television recognition
  • Digital coverage
  • Brand recognition

Estimated media and marketing value: £8,000+.

Available to sponsor

Award categories

Individual awards

  • Entrepreneur of the Year
  • Young Entrepreneur Award
  • Woman Entrepreneur Award
  • Startup Founder Award
  • Business Leader of the Year
  • Innovation Leader Award

Business awards

  • Business Excellence Award
  • Emerging Business Award
  • Technology Excellence Award
  • Hospitality Excellence Award
  • Healthcare Excellence Award
  • Construction Excellence Award
  • Community Impact Award
  • Customer Excellence Award
  • Sustainability Award
  • Lifetime Achievement Award

Partner with us

Let's build the future together

Imperium 2027 is where businesses gain recognition, investors discover opportunity, sponsors strengthen their brand and communities celebrate success.

Ticket & table enquiry

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