The Małopolska Economic Council and the Executive Board of Małopolskie Voivodeship have recognised special achievements of Professor Janusz Filipiak related to the economic development of the Małopolska Region and building an image of the voivodeship as an innovative and modern region awarding him with a special prize. Professor Filipiak was presented with the prize during a conference that marked the opening of the Małopolska Innovation Festival that was held on 17 October 2016.