Recognizing Distinction in Applications of Analytics, Operations Research, and the Management Sciences
Monday, April 7, 7-10pm
The Edelman Gala awards five INFORMS level prizes over the course of this elegant evening. The Franz Edelman Award, emphasizing beneficial impact; the INFORMS Prize, emphasizing long-term, multi-project success; the Daniel H. Wagner Prize, emphasizing innovative methods and clear exposition; and the UPS George D. Smith Prize, emphasizing effective academic preparation; and INFORMS newest practice-focused award, the Early Career Practitioner Award will be awarded at this elegant dinner. Admission to the gala and banquet is included in your full conference registration fee. The dinner and wine service begin at 7pm, followed by the awards ceremony.
Since 1972, INFORMS and the OR/MS and analytics community have celebrated and honored the very best in applied work in business or government with the annual Franz Edelman Award Competition. 2025 marks the 55th anniversary of this outstanding and rigorous competition. Since 2006, we have marked this special occasion with the Edelman Gala, an evening filled with fun, excitement, and pride for the entire community.
Sponsoring the 2025 Edelman Gala at the INFORMS Analytics+ Conference offers unparalleled visibility and networking opportunities with top leaders in analytics and operations research. This prestigious event not only showcases your company’s commitment to innovation and excellence but also aligns your brand with the cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of analytics.
For details, please visit the Sponsorship page.
The finalists for the 2025 Edelman Award will be announced in January 2025.
