Established in 1993, the Silver Circle Award honors television professionals for twenty-five or more years of service to the television industry. The Gold Circle Award honors television professionals for fifty years or more of service in the television industry.

The Boston/New England Chapter has honored over 160 industry professionals who have made significant contributions to television, the Academy, their community and to people training for careers in television. Honoring broadcast excellence and community commitment, these New England television pioneers will join an array of illustrious talents who have set industry standards with a strong commitment to their craft.