#1 AMCHAM DUBAI LEGACY AWARD
(Selected by the Board of Directors no nominations required)
This prestigious award honors a U.S. company and AmCham Dubai member that has demonstrated exceptional long-term commitment to advancing U.S.–UAE bilateral trade and investment. It recognizes an organization whose enduring presence, leadership, and innovation have left a lasting impact on the commercial relationship between the two nations.
The Legacy Award is the highest distinction presented by AmCham Dubai and is personally selected by the Board of Directors in recognition of a company’s outstanding contributions over time.
NOMINATIONS POLICIES
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Long-term presence and sustained contribution in the UAE. Significant role in expanding U.S. business presence and strengthening bilateral ties. Demonstrated leadership in innovation, partnerships, knowledge transfer, and employment. Impactful contributions that have shaped the UAE’s economic landscape.
#2 CONTRIBUTION TO TALENT DEVELOPMENT
This award celebrates an AmCham Dubai member who has made outstanding contributions to talent development in the UAE. It highlights programs that promote education, workforce training, diversity, inclusion, and empowerment building the skills and opportunities that drive the UAE’s future economy
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Clear goals and measurable outcomes of workforce or community development programs.
Positive impact on employees, youth, women, and underrepresented groups in the UAE.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility
Long-term value creation for the UAE talent pool.
#3 CORPORATE EXCELLENCE AWARD
This award recognizes an AmCham Dubai member, that exemplifies excellence in business leadership and operations within the UAE. It honors resilience, innovation, and responsibility while fostering diversity, transparency, and meaningful community engagement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Bold and innovative approaches to strategy and market leadership.
Resilience in navigating challenges and sustaining growth in the UAE. Active promotion of multiculturalism, collaboration, and transparency
Strong commitment to corporate social responsibility benefiting the UAE community.
#4 REGIONAL HUB AWARD
This award highlights an AmCham Dubai member, that has successfully established the UAE as a strategic regional hub for its operations. It recognizes organizations that leverage Dubai’s unique position as a global business center to drive regional growth, innovation, and impact.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Scale of regional operations and number of countries managed from the UAE.
Demonstrated positive impact on the UAE economy through employment, investment, and innovation
Effective use of the UAE as a platform for regional or global expansion.
Leadership in positioning Dubai as a center for trade, logistics, finance, services, or R&D.