The event to be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
Offering entrepreneurs in the UAE and the Arab world a unique platform to test their competitive and excellence levels, the Mohammed bin Rashid Awards for Young Business Leaders has 13 categories for UAE companies that have been operational for not more than one year by February 2007. Arab entrepreneurial businesses of less than three years in operation are eligible to participate in the Best Arab Business for the Year 2007 category. Entries are limited to companies with less than 100 employees.
Organized this year by the Dubai Government Excellence Programme (DGEP), the awards will be sponsored by UAE based Nakheel, one of the largest property developers, and in association with Al Abbasi Group of Companies.
Abdul Baset Al Janahi, CEO of Mohammed bin Rashid Establishment for Young Business Leaders, said: "As founders of the Awards, we are proud of the remarkable success achieved over the last three editions. The awards programme has gained an excellent reputation as a leading and credible platform for celebrating the outstanding achievements of emerging businesses, both locally and regionally."
Acknowledging the support of DGEP as well as the sponsors, Al Janahi invited local and Arab entrepreneurs to compete in a highly transparent environment matching the highest international standards.
Ahmad Nuseirat, Coordinator General of Dubai Government Excellence Programme, said: "The Mohammed bin Rashid Awards for Young Business Leaders is one of the most notable initiatives in recognising and encouraging entrepreneurial activities. The DGEP has set new benchmarks for excellence in the Dubai government sector. There is a great deal of anticipation about the current edition of the Awards and we eagerly look forward to working closely with the Establishment and contributing to the success of the initiative."
The judging process of the entries will be carried out by an independent jury panel to guarantee total objectivity. The multi-level process will include personal interviews with shortlisted entries as well as field visits to nominated projects prior to the selection of the winners.
Categories for the Mohammed bin Rashid Awards for Young Business Leaders cover various business activities including tourism, healthcare, business and law consultancy, education, design, and information technology. The awards programme also recognises individuals, private companies and local and federal government entities that have contributed to enhancing entrepreneurial activities across the UAE.
The closing date for entries to the Mohammed bin Rashid Awards for Young Business Leaders 2007-2008 is 21 February, 2008.
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About Mohammed Bin Rashid Est. for Young Business Leaders
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Young Business Leaders was launched in 2002. The vision of the Establishment is to nurture the entrepreneurial spirit among UAE nationals and catalyze the development and growth of the small and medium size enterprises. The Establishment's core mission is to encourage and facilitate the development of local start up businesses across the UAE. To this end, the Establishment offers a wide range of incentives, enabling services and training programmes. The services of the SME extend to both entrepreneurs with existing businesses as well as budding entrepreneurs.
For more information, please contact:
Mohammed Abdelmonem
A'Sidrah Public Affairs
Tel: +971 4 3642196
Direct: +971 4 3642320
Fax: +971 4 3688004
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Young Business Leaders was launched in 2002. The vision of the Establishment is to nurture the entrepreneurial spirit among UAE nationals and catalyze the development and growth of the small and medium size enterprises. The Establishment's core mission is to encourage and facilitate the development of local start up businesses across the UAE. To this end, the Establishment offers a wide range of incentives, enabling services and training programmes. The services of the SME extend to both entrepreneurs with existing businesses as well as budding entrepreneurs.
For more information, please contact:
Mohammed Abdelmonem
A'Sidrah Public Affairs
Tel: +971 4 3642196
Direct: +971 4 3642320
Fax: +971 4 3688004
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