Maksim Godovykh has received the Grand Prix of the National Russian Event Award, one of the country’s most prestigious honors in the field of event tourism and business events. The award is granted through an open national competition recognizing outstanding achievements in the development of event tourism, with more than 600 projects from over 60 regions participating each year.
Dr. Godovykh was awarded the Grand Prix in the category of top business-oriented projects for the organization of the annual international on-the-water “Volga Boat Show.” The jury highlighted the project’s innovative format, strong industry impact, and contribution to positioning the country on the international yachting and boat show map.
As the founder and director of the Volga Boat Show, Dr. Godovykh was subsequently invited to represent Russia within the International Federation of Boat Show Organizers (IFBSO) and to present at the International Congress of Yacht Show Organizers. This recognition further reinforced the Volga Boat Show’s status as a flagship international event and underscored Godovykh’s role as a leader in the global event and maritime exhibition industry.