The 2024 Excellence and Innovation Awards celebrated global advancements in pensions and retirement, recognising exceptional contributions across communication, investments, and fund design.

The 2024 Excellence and Innovation Awards, hosted at the P&I WorldPensionSummit in The Hague, acknowledged outstanding contributions in global pensions and retirement systems. Awards were given in three specific areas: communication and engagement, investments, and pension fund design and reform. Aware Super from Sydney was praised for its revamped communication strategies, while the Dow Employees' Pension Plan in Michigan was honoured for its innovative tactical asset allocation approach. The State Social Protection Fund of Azerbaijan received recognition for its digital initiatives simplifying the delivery of benefits. The event also spotlighted runner-ups and judges' choice awards, highlighting efforts from Singapore, Kenya, Ghana, Lithuania, and Canada, all showcasing advancements tailored to improving retirement outcomes, financial planning flexibility, and participant inclusivity.