Applications are now open for the 2026 Tällberg–SNF–Eliasson Global Leadership Prize, a prestigious international award recognising outstanding leaders from any country and discipline who demonstrate the vision, integrity, and courage required to address the complexity of today’s global challenges.
The Prize celebrates leaders who are innovative, ethical, and impact-driven—individuals who transcend borders, sectors, and conventional thinking to create measurable, positive change. Tällberg Global Leaders embody a deeply human approach to leadership, focusing not just on systems and structures, but on the people and communities they serve.
Who Can Be Nominated
- Nominations are open to any individual, anywhere in the world
- Nominees may come from any sector or discipline
- Self-nominations are not permitted
- Members of the Prize jury are not eligible to submit nominations
Prize Benefits
With the generous support of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF), three laureates will be selected in 2026. Each award recipient will receive:
- An unrestricted grant of $50,000
- Recognition at a formal awards dinner in early 2027
- Lifetime membership in Tällberg’s global leadership network, an active community dedicated to collaboration, dialogue, and sustained global impact
Selection Timeline
- Prize winners will be announced in November 2026
- Laureates will be formally honoured in early 2027
Application Deadline
March 31, 2026
How to Nominate
Eligible nominators are encouraged to submit nominations through the official Prize platform before the deadline.
For full nomination guidelines and additional details, visit the official webpage of the Tällberg–SNF–Eliasson Global Leadership Prize.
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