Presidential APEX Award Experience

Welcome to the Lenovo Presidential APEX Awards Program page. Here you will find all of the details about the weekend, including schedule, available activities, things to do in Sarasota, and more.  

Program Overview

This program is in recognition of your significant contributions to the success of this year's FIFA programs. To celebrate this achievement, Lenovo is proud to recognize your hard work with this special experience in Sarasota, Florida.

The experience will include time to celebrate together, enjoy Sarasota, and recognize the collective effort and success of the programs.

Experience Details

• Dates: December 11–14, 2026
• Location: Sarasota, Florida
• Hotel: The Westin Sarasota, 100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, Florida 34236
• Guest policy: Each award recipient may bring one guest

Events and Activities

The weekend begins with a welcome reception, followed by a hosted rooftop dinner on Saturday evening. You’ll also have time throughout to enjoy Sarasota’s relaxed coastal setting through a mix of outdoor adventure, cultural attractions, seasonal experiences, and opportunities to unwind.

• Relax by the pool or reserve time for a spa treatment
• Kayak through Lido Key’s scenic mangrove tunnels and look for native wildlife
• Cruise Sarasota Bay in search of dolphins, manatees, and coastal views.
• Explore the art, circus history, architecture, and gardens of The Ringling museum
• Discover tropical plants, orchids, and waterfront scenery at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
• Experience Selby Gardens after dark during Lights in Bloom, featuring more than two million holiday lights.

For more details on the schedule of activities, click the Events tab at the top of the page.