Sharjah: The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) has opened nominations for the 2024 SEFFY Awards.
The awards are based on nominations and will honor outstanding startup founders and mentors for their achievements within the UAE’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Nominations are now open at the official site of SEFFY Awards and close for entries on January 18, 2024.
The SEFFY Awards is integral to the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival, a flagship event organized by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa).
The Awards recognize founders and mentors for their exceptional contributions in various domains. They embrace the diverse expanse of entrepreneurship with four distinctive categories. Each category spotlights a unique facet of entrepreneurial triumph.
Ms. Najla Al Midfa, CEO of Sheraa, stated, “In the pursuit of entrepreneurial excellence, the SEFFY Awards serve to recognize and commend the exceptional achievements of startup founders and mentors within the UAE and the broader region. We extend an invitation to showcase exceptional ventures and gain well-deserved recognition for innovative and impactful contributions.”
Experts will carefully consider all nominations, revealing the shortlist of outstanding founders and mentors in late January. This announcement will represent a major step forward in identifying the finest and brightest in the startup scene in the United Arab Emirates.
The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival will reveal the winners of the SEFFY Awards on February 3rd and 4th, 2024.
Categories reflecting the diverse nature of entrepreneurship include:
- The Techpreneur Award is dedicated to recognizing founders who have reimagined the future with their innovative products, services, or strategies.
- The Social Impact Award applauds founders committed to creating positive, enduring change, underscoring the significance of impact and sustainability.
- For the Emerging Founder Award, the spotlight is on the young, first-time founders igniting the startup scene with fresh ideas and impressive achievements.
- Lastly, the Outstanding Mentor Award pays tribute to mentors who play an instrumental role in guiding startups to success, offering invaluable support and knowledge.