Guests will enjoy a premium, plated, three-course luncheon while celebrating and networking with industry leaders.

The iconic Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is a historic 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney’s CBD that blends classic
French elegance with contemporary design. Renowned for hosting royalty and celebrities,
the venue features sophisticated rooms, premier event spaces, the exclusive Club Millésime lounge,
and acclaimed dining destinations like Tilda and Delta Rue.

Trend Alert: People are combining the LearnX Awards Show, and end-of-year Xmas celebration into one major event!

BOOK TICKETS & TABLE (10)

Please contact the awards team directly admin@learnx.live or +61 457 532 769

VENUE ADDRESS

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
61-101 Phillip Street Sydney,
NSW, Australia, 2000

TRANSPORT

DIRECTIONS
By bus, subway, train, taxi, rideshare, or car, online HERE

EVENT DATE & TIMES

Date: Tue 8 Dec 2026.
Arrival time: 12:00pm pre-show drinks and ticket collection.
Show starts: Seated by 12:30pm sharp.
Show concludes: 4:00pm.

AWARDS SHOW TICKET INCLUSIONS

– Live Presentation: Witness the winners announced live on stage.

– Keynote Address: Kick off the eventful day with a special guest talk.

– Drinks Reception: Enjoy complimentary beverages to start the celebration.

– Three-Course Luncheon: Experience premium waiter service at tables of ten.

– Full Menu: Indulge in a curated entrée, main course, and dessert.

– Professional photographs: Gather the team at the winners’ media wall to commemorate this special event.

– Winners Certificates: Collect your winners’ showbag complete with customised framed certificates.

TABLE TICKET PICK-UP

Collect table tickets from registration outside the Wentworth Ballroom on Level 3, starting at 12:00pm.
Please note: Prior to the Awards Show, table tickets are not distributed.

BOOK HOTEL

For best rates at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth HERE

Booking.Com HERE

PARKING & TRAFFIC

Keep in mind that there can be a lot of traffic during this time of year due to end-of-year celebrations, shopping, and activities.
When going to and from the venue, allow ample time, especially for parking.

The Sofitel Sydney Wentworth offers secure, 24/7

Wilson Parking at 2 Bligh St (entrance) or 61-101 Phillip St.
Hotel guests can access discounted rates of approximately AUD$67 per day, while conference attendees pay around AUD$65.
Public rates start from $20 hourly and $32 for overnight/weekend, with early bird options available.
Height restriction is 2.1m–2.2m.

 

Parking Options & Rates
  • Hotel Guest Parking: $67 per vehicle per day.
  • Conference & Events: $65 per vehicle per day.
  • Casual Parking (Public): Hourly rates start from $20.
  • Early Bird: From $69.
  • Night/Weekend: From $32.
  • Valet Parking: Available through Wilson Parking. 
Important Information
  • Entrance: 2 Bligh Street, Sydney.
  • Opening Hours: 24/7 (Wilson Parking).
  • Height Restriction: 2.10 meters.
  • Access: Direct access to the hotel is available

DIETARY

Dietary Requirements – as advised by Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

To ensure an exceptional dining experience and efficient luxury service for all guests, our standard banquet menus can accommodate Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free and Dairy Free dietary requirements at no additional charge, provided final requirements are received no later than Midday on Monday 30th November

Requests outside these standard dietary offerings, including lifestyle preferences and customised meals, will not be considered unless approved by the Hotel in advance and will incur the Hotel’s applicable dietary surcharge, which may be up to $130.00 depending on the notice period. This will be payable prior to the event.

Kosher meals can be arranged upon request, subject to availability, and will incur an additional surcharge. Additional special meals requested by guests on the day of or during the Event cannot be accommodated.

*Important notice – While every reasonable care is taken in the preparation of meals, our kitchens handle common allergens including nuts, peanuts, shellfish, fish, eggs, dairy, sesame, soy and gluten. As such, we cannot guarantee that any meal is completely free from traces of allergens due to the risk of cross-contact.

This notice may be updated by Sofitel. If you have any queries, please email events@learnx.live

ENQUIRIES

Please contact the LearnX Awards Team at awards@learnx.live

OPENING KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Richard Sauerman, widely known as “The Brand Guy,” is a world-renowned brand strategist and keynote speaker at the LearnX Awards Show. He currently ranks #7 in the Global Top 30 Branding Professionals for 2026.

Richard brings a prestigious agency pedigree, having previously spearheaded strategic direction at global advertising powerhouses like Saatchi & Saatchi, Ogilvy & Mather, DDB, and McCann Erickson. Throughout his career, he has shaped the identity and trajectory of over 200 brands. His diverse portfolio spans global conglomerates like Coca-Cola and Microsoft, iconic Australian organizations including Arnott’s, CSIRO, and Tourism Australia, and numerous high-growth startups.

Richard has an MA in English Literature & Philosophy, not marketing. He describes himself as a thinker, a humanist, with a lifelong fascination with the human condition, and that’s not a biographical footnote. It’s the actual reason he does this work. Brand strategy, done properly, isn’t about market share. It’s about the conditions people need to do their best work and live their fullest lives: conditions almost no organisation builds on purpose. Richard has spent years watching what happens when people are given permission to be who they actually are at work, instead of who the org chart says they should be. The shift is always the same: performance follows identity, not the other way around.

That’s why he does this, not because branding is interesting. Because watching a person or an organisation finally tell the truth about who they are is, to him, one of the most useful things he knows how to do.

BEST DRESSED PRIZE

Get ready to dress your absolute best! Our principal event photographer, the legendary Anthony M. Leong—recognised as one of Australia’s Master Photographers—will be scouting the room to crown and award prizes to the best-dressed male and female guests of the night.

DRESS CODE

The LearnX Awards Show is your time to celebrate, and we want you looking and feeling your absolute best! The official dress code is business professional as a minimum, but you are more than welcome to elevate your look to evening or formal attire if you want to bring some extra glamour to the night.
Keep in mind that professional photographers will be capturing your big moments both on and off stage in front of our media walls. To ensure everyone looks sharp, venue management has a strict policy against men’s shorts and any ripped or torn jeans.

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

Arrival Time: From 12:00pm for table ticket pick up and pre-event drinks.
Show Starts: Seated by 12:30pm
Keynote Presentation
Entrée Served
Category Winners Announced
(Part A)
Main Course Served
Category Winners Announced
(Part B)
Dessert Served
Category Winners Announced
(Part C)
Show Concludes: 4:00pm

As the luncheon service is extensive, we are unable to provide specific timings for each segment.

Note: To maintain a fair process, we cannot disclose results for those who did not attend. Results will remain confidential until official notifications are distributed. 

We appreciate your participation and hope you have an enjoyable event.
The schedule is subject to adjustments.

SPEECHES ON STAGE

All action, no talk! To keep the energy high and stay on schedule, we’re skipping the stage speeches.

PHOTOSHOOT

Here is how we are capturing the night:

– Professional onstage photos: during your award presentation.

– Candid team shots: throughout the entire evening.

– Media wall backdrops: perfect for your official group photos.

– Selfie-friendly: your personal perspective matters.

WINNERS' LOGOS

Celebrate your big win! Eye-catching digital winner logos will land in the email inboxes of all attendees shortly after the curtain closes.

FRAMED CERTIFICATE(S) PICK-UP FOR WINNERS

Take home the glory: Wrap up the event by collecting your custom winner’s bag, complete with framed certificates for all your winning entries.

CUSTOM DESIGNED AWARD TROPHIES

Ice Crystal Trophies can be purchased after the event concludes.
Here is what you need to know about ordering and delivery:
– Notification: Winners will receive an email shortly after results are announced.
– Customization: Each trophy is custom-designed with your company name and event details.
– Shipping: Trophies are shipped directly to the recipient (P/H apply).
– Support: For enquiries, please contact the awards team at awards@learnx.live.

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