- Kenny Chesney wins the Crystal Milestone Award for achievement in touring.
- Alan Jackson received the Jim Reeves International Award for his efforts promoting country music around the world.
- Vince Gill wins the Career Achievement ACM for continuing to advance country music in multiple areas.
- Dallas Davidson is the Songwriter of the Year. He has penned wonderful songs like the one I can't hear enough, "I Don't Want This Night To End," by Luke Bryan, and Lady Antebellum's "Just a Kiss."
These specialty and industry awards will be presented during the ACM Honors on September 24th in Nashville.