Leaders Dimension Excellence Awards, hosted in the vibrant city of Dubai, stands as a beacon of
global recognition in the entrepreneurial world. These awards, transcending national boundaries,
celebrate and honor exceptional Achievers, Innovators, and Pioneers from around the world who have
made significant contributions to the realm of entrepreneurship. the Leaders Dimension Awards have
evolved to set a global stage, spotlighting the brilliance and ingenuity of business leaders and
visionaries across the international community.
Innovative Start-up of the Year |
A business owner / founder of an organization, who has developed a unique business model
and has made remarkable progress in the initial period of starting the business.
(Organisation should be less than 7 years)
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Start-up of the Year - Technology |
Celebrating the best of tech, if you’re disrupting the tech industry in some way .This
category is open to all Business enterprises that have been in business seven years or less
on 31st March 2024 (Tech / Fintech / Artificial Intelligence / IOT / Virtual Reality)
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Home or Craft-based Start-up |
This includes home-based businesses or/and craft-based businesses. |
Digital / Online Start-up |
This Award will recognise businesses that earn 40% or more of their revenue online. You
could be an online retailer or an online game etc |
Emerging Start-up |
In this category we are looking to recognise business and organisations that are in the very
early stages of development. Entry is open to businesses that have been in existence for 5
Years or less at the closing date for entries. |
Mobility Start-up of the year |
This award will recognize the firms that have introduced products in the automotive &
ancillary, autonomous mobility domains and have an operational existence of less than 7
years. |
Energy Start-up of the Year |
A business owner / founder of an organization, who has developed a unique new Energy
saving/New Energy generation business model and has made remarkable progress in the initial
period of starting the business. (Organisation should be less than 7 years) |
Logistics /Fulfilment Start-up of the Year |
Smooth production and distribution can mark the difference between success and failure of
any Business. The Award will spotlight the supply chains /logisitc/ fulfiment & delivery
Startup that have built a business model to make SCM process more effiicent |
Food & Beverage Startup |
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Best healthcare startup |
Solving World's last mile healthcare challenge |
Best Education Startup Of The Year |
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Bootstrapped Business Of The Year |
biggest bootstrapped business in terms of revenue |
Retail Startup Of The Year |
Start-ups growing across niche retail categories for market and product differentiation
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Travel Startup of the year |
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Real Estate Startup Of The Year |
Measuring growth in construction material, property management, brokerage, rental
management, buying and selling, site operations etc. |
Startup Leader Of The Year |
The creator of a new market that didn't exist before |
Founder Of The Year |
Visionary entrepreneur who took the business from zero to one and one to 100 with least
capital raised and minimum time |
Creative Entrepreneur Of The Year |
The absolute value creator out of sheer creativity |
Best Social Impact Startup |
Penetrating deeply for impacting the most disadvantaged or underprivileged section of
society |
Most Enterprising Business |
Winners in this category won't be standing still and doing the same old things, they’ll be
moving and shaking, leading in their markets. In terms of this category, enterprise can be
defined as showing initiative and willingness to undertake new projects, diversification,
adding significant employment from previous year.These companiesare selected based on
strength in revenue, profitability, total employees, innovativeness, brand influence in the
marketplace, and adherence to corporate governance. The flexibility to respond to rapid
changes in the industry and customer demand |
Best Customer Service |
Customer service is an ongoing process. The winning business will ensure it exceeds
customers expectations before, during and after any sale, building long-term customer
relationships and providing a service that is consistently outstanding.The winner of this
award will have the customer at its heart and will deploy and manage resources to most
effectively meet the needs of its customer base. In most businesses to ensure the success of
a business a customer care policy is paramount. This category encourages entries from any
business that can demonstrate established and measurable systems for monitoring service
standards. |
Business Innovation |
Innovation in your business means doing something new, different, smarter or better that
will make a positive difference. Innovation can range from a Business practice to launching
a brand new product.In the opinion of the judges, how company harnessess research,
development and innovation to further their business aims and objectives. |
Best Financial Performance |
The award recognizes high performing enterprises that have shown tremendous growth in
revenue and are on the path to becoming the future giant corporations. Winners of this
category showcase steady revenue growth year on year with strong returns, and are focused on
seizing promising business opportunities. |
Best Use of Technology |
Most popular range of merchandise among within any category. |
Business Transformation |
Most popular range of merchandise among within any category. |
Cross Border Business Growth |
The Award regonizes the internationalisation of business and initiatives that encourage
enterprises and particularly small and medium-sized businesses to benefit more from the
opportunities offered by markets. |
Quality Award |
Recognizes organizations that have been driving higher levels of quality products and
services and better equip organizations to meet the challenges of global competition. |
Best Workplace of the Year |
The award is presented to companies that take on a people centric approach and demonstrate
strong commitment towards employee empowerment and enrichment. The winning companies show
advocacy for investment in people, recognition and retention, improving employee’s job
satisfaction, practices fair communication, and promote work life balance. The awarded
companies fares low attrition rate, houses a great pool of talents, and have a practice of
knowledge sharing among employees and stakeholders. |
Most Socially Responsible Company of the Year |
This honor is presented to a company with the most commendable efforts in championing
sustainable responsible business. The recipient adopts an ethical and holistic approach to
profit, planet, and people. The winning company takes on a visible role in the society which
goes beyond the core business and law requirements, is well reflected in the company’s
policies and operations, and ultimately adds value for the company and the society at large.
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Entrepreneur of the Year (Consumer Business) |
A business owner or founder of an organization offering / retailing consumer products or
services to the consumer directly |
Dynamic Entrepreneur of the Year (Business Transformation) |
A business owner or founder of an organization, who has led the progressive change in
adopting an effective business model or set up a new mark in the industry |
Entrepreneur of the Year (Innovation in Technology) |
A business owner or founder of an organization whose business is into innovation in products
or services. |
Professional Entrepreneur of the Year |
An employee of an organization, who has demonstrated leadership and taken the business
growth to a scalable size. |
Entrepreneur of the Year (Innovation in Financial Services) |
A business owner / founder who is into providing financial and related services |
Social Entrepreneur of the Year |
Founder/owner of an organization in a business that directly or indirectly creates social
awareness / improvement. |
Creative Entrepreneur of the Year |
Founder/owner of an organization in the business of product design and design services.
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Young Entrepreneur of the Year |
A business owner who has achieved significantly in his entrepreneurial venture at a young
age (must be 35 years or less of age as on June 30, 2024) |
Serial Entrepreneur of the Year |
Entrepreneur for creating and demonstrating multiple ventures successfully- from business
ideation, implementing it through new venture, creating value for stakeholders, having
floated IPO or raised external capital at a later stage ; demonstrating exceptional success
and has the will and spirit to do it all again. |
Student Entrepreneur of the Year |
Did you start writing your business plan alongside that all important essay, whether you’re
in school, college or university, if you’ve been juggling your studies with your start-up,
why not challenge your inner young-apprentice, and compete to take home the ‘Student
Entrepreneur of the Year’ 2024 title. |
Intrapreneur of the Year |
Are you an inside entrepreneur, or an entrepreneur within a large firm who’s used your
trailblazer skills to innovate and lead a new internal enterprise, avoiding common start-up
risks? The Intrapreneur of the Year would recognise someone who has been given the authority
and support to create or develop a new project and has turned it into a profitable venture
for the company. |
Micro /Small online business Entrepreneur of the year |
This Award will recognise businesses that earn 40% or more of their revenue online. You
could be an online retailer or an online game etc |
Green Entrepreneur of the Year |
This entrepreneur will specialise in environmental industries, clean tech and
sustainability. There will be clear evidence of their positive environmental impact and
their business’ ability to create positive change and influence thinking. |
Entrepreneur of the Year |
A business owner who has achieved remarkable success in his entrepreneurial venture |
Woman Entrepreneur of the Year |
A business owner (woman) who has achieved remarkable success in her entrepreneurial venture
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Entrepreneur of the Year - Real Estate |
(A business owner / founder who is into Real Estate) |
Lifetime Achievement |
Applicant / nominee should have had outstanding achievements and should also have
contributed significantly towards the socio-economic growth over a period of time. |
Family Entrepreneur of the Year |
Established entrepreneur from family run business, who has been able to take the business to
a scalable height |
Acharya of the Year / Business Mentor of the Year |
Individual, may or may not have been an entrepreneur, but contributed in significant and
visible manner and having played an exceptional role in guiding, leading and influencing a
ward's project / business |
Entrepreneur of the Year in Trading Business |
A business owner or founder of an organization who is into Trading / distribution of product
/ services in the class of (Distributor/Dealer/Retailer/Wholesaler or C&F /Broker
/e-Retailer) |
Entrepreneur of the Year in Service Business |
The 16 Awards will be given to business owners or founders Of an organization offering
Consumer or Business services (BPO / Travel / SCM & Logistics/Cleaning / Financial /
Training / SAS& IT services / Security / Recruitment & HR / Money Services / Healthcare
/ Fitness / Food / Beverage / Education / Health, Beauty & Wellness / Consultant /
Printing / Event Management Agency) |
Entrepreneur of the Year in Product or Manufacturing Business |
The 12 Awards will be given to business owners or founders in Manufacturing business who
have implemented innovative approach toEnsure sustenance and continuous improvement in lean
manufacturing process In the below categories (FMCG / Consumer Durables / construction
material / technology / Export / Automotive & Ancillary / Healthcare / Engineering /
Plastics & Polymers / Leather Goods / Textile) |
Venture Capitalist of the Year |
Recognizing the most prolific investors who has provided relentless support to the business
community. |
Angel Investor of the Year |
An individual investor who has show great vision in identifying and assisting Start-ups ,
Entrepreneurs ,SME’s. |
Iconic Project of the Year |
This award recognizes projects that have achieved excellence in various aspects, including
architectural design, sustainability, community impact, and economic significance. |
Best Residential Development |
Recognizes outstanding residential projects, whether they are single-family homes,
apartments, condominiums, or mixed-use developments. |
Best Commercial Development |
Honors exceptional commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers,
industrial parks, and hospitality venues. |
Real Estate Developer of the Year |
Acknowledges the contributions of a developer who has demonstrated excellence in creating
and delivering high-quality real estate projects. |
Architectural Design Award |
Celebrates innovative and aesthetically pleasing architectural designs that enhance the
built environment. |
Sustainable Development Award |
Recognizes projects that prioritize environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and
eco-friendly practices. |
Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) of the Year |
Highlights the achievements of a REIT that has demonstrated outstanding performance and
growth in the real estate investment market. |
Property Management Company of the Year |
Commends property management firms for their exceptional services in maintaining and
enhancing the value of real estate assets. |
Real Estate Agent of the Year |
Honors individual real estate agents for their professionalism, expertise, and client
satisfaction. |
Community Impact Award |
Acknowledges real estate projects or initiatives that have positively impacted the
surrounding community through job creation, economic development, or social responsibility.
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Innovation in Real Estate Technology |
Recognizes technological advancements and innovations that have transformed the real estate
industry, such as virtual reality tours, property management software, or blockchain-based
platforms. |