The B Local NYC BEAM Awards 2026 Trust Builders. System Shifters. Climate Catalysts. The BEAM Awards is a global initiative to spotlight and champion work that bridges the trust gap—rooted in action, not just intention. From neighborhood changemakers to global leaders, we celebrate bold initiatives, campaigns, brands, people, and collaborations driving impact through purpose, equity, and sustainability outcomes. What to Expect Awards — Outcomes Over Intentions The BEAM Awards honor work that embodies our 8 Trust Drivers: Compass: Acting from clear purpose and ethics Competency: Delivering measurable results Culture: Building equity and inclusion internally Degrowth: Advancing regenerative and circular models Location: Grounding in community needs Sustainability: Embedding environmental stewardship Equity: Designing for fairness and justice Systems: Driving ecosystem-level transformation Here, we celebrate action over aesthetics, co-creation over top-down, and outcomes over intentions. Convivium — Celebration of Trustworthy Business We close the evening with our convivium: a gathering to connect, toast, and celebrate. Expect curated food and wine, live sounds and DJ sets, and the chance to meet fellow leaders shaping the future of business. Join us as we celebrate the people and projects creating a more just, sustainable, and regenerative world.