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The Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards are renowned for honoring innovation in the business sector across the region. With the opening of entries for the 5th edition in 2025, these prestigious awards are set to celebrate the outstanding achievements of individuals, teams, and organizations. The awards are open for applications until November 6, 2024, and the winners in the Gold, Silver, and Platinum categories will be announced on January 16, 2025. The grand award ceremony will take place in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah on February 22, 2025, marking a significant milestone for the region’s most innovative business leaders.
New Categories Highlighting Sustainability and Innovation
In response to the evolving business landscape, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards have introduced new categories focusing on sustainability. These additions aim to recognize organizations and professionals who have excelled in planning and achieving sustainability goals at various levels. The newly introduced categories include:
- Best Chief Financial Officer
- Best Chief Operations Officer
- Best Product Manager
- Best Sales Manager
- Best Sustainability Leader
- Best Technology Leader
These categories fall under the Individual Professional Award category, alongside innovative categories such as Innovation in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automated Learning (AL), Innovation in Virtual Reality (VR/AR), Innovation in Educational Technology (EdTech), and Best Innovative Technology Team. These categories not only highlight technological advancements but also celebrate the strategic roles that leaders play in driving sustainability and innovation within their organizations.
Eligibility and Participation: A Platform for All Innovators
The awards are open to government and private sector organizations as well as individual professionals from across the region. Participants can submit an unlimited number of nominations across various categories, providing a unique opportunity to showcase their achievements. The awards target 18 countries:
- United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Saudi Arabia
- Egypt
- Kuwait
- Bahrain
- Qatar
- Jordan
- Oman
- Tunisia
- Algeria
- Morocco
- Iraq
- Turkey
- Lebanon
- Syria
- Palestine
- Yemen
- Iran
Nominations are assessed by a panel of over one hundred judges from diverse regions, adhering to the highest international standards of evaluation. The judging panels, formed in both Arabic and English, consist of experts committed to identifying the best in business innovation. Those interested in being part of the judging process can apply via the official link: Join the Judging Panel.
How to Participate: Entry Process and Important Dates
Interested participants can access the award’s entry kit and find more information on the nomination process through the following link: MENA Stevie Awards Entry Kit. Entries must be submitted via the official website by the November 6, 2024 deadline. Detailed guidance on submission requirements, category descriptions, and evaluation criteria can be found on the award’s website: Stevie Awards Official Website.
Diverse Award Categories Reflecting Business Excellence
The Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards span a wide range of categories, ensuring that every facet of business innovation is recognized. Key categories include:
- Websites, Applications, Annual Reports, and Publications
- Company/Establishment Award
- Corporate Communication and Public Relations Award
- Customer Service Award
- Human Resources Award
- Individual Professionals Award
- Live and Virtual Events Award
- Management Award
- Marketing Award
- New Product and Product Management Award
- Social Media Award
- Sustainability Award
- Technology Award
- Video Award
- Thought Leadership Award
These diverse categories reflect the broad spectrum of business activities and innovations that drive success in today’s competitive environment. Whether it’s groundbreaking technology, impactful leadership, or superior customer service, these awards celebrate the best of the best.
Why Participate in the Stevie Awards?
Participating in the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards offers organizations and professionals the opportunity to:
- Gain Regional Recognition: Elevate your brand by being recognized among the top innovators in the Middle East and North Africa.
- Showcase Achievements: Highlight your achievements in sustainability, technology, leadership, and more to a global audience.
- Network with Industry Leaders: Connect with other business leaders, potential partners, and judges who are key influencers in their fields.
- Benchmark Against Peers: Use the awards as a benchmark to measure your performance against the best in the region.
Winning a Stevie Award is not just about recognition; it’s about joining a prestigious community of business leaders who are shaping the future of the region.
Join the Legacy of Excellence in 2025
The Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards continue to be a beacon of excellence, celebrating those who push the boundaries of innovation and drive meaningful impact within their sectors. With new categories focusing on sustainability and cutting-edge technology, the 2025 edition promises to be the most impactful yet.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of this legacy. Submit your nominations today and showcase your organization’s achievements on a regional and global stage.
