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Since 2008, Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies has been the definitive source for recognizing organizations transforming industries and shaping society.

The Middle Edition of the prestigious list launched in 2022 received over 240 nominations. Out of which, 42 organizations across 25 categories were honored — From the largest companies in the region to small startups with just a few employees. See the 2022 winners list here. Now nominations for Fast Company Middle East’s Most Innovative Companies list and awards are open. With innovation more important than ever, we look forward to recognizing the organizations moving the Middle East region and the world forward.

For full application details, see the FAQ’s.

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Why Apply

Brand Exposure

Be seen and evaluated by Fast Company Middle East  editors and reporters

Credibility

Gain the Fast Company Middle East stamp of approval for creating a truly breakthrough technology

Opportunities

Speaking engagements at Fast Company Middle East events and exclusive invitations to influencer-only events

Break News

Tell your organization’s story to the world for the first time; highlight the success of teams within your organization—or partners who’ve helped with your success

Visibility

Appear on fastcompanyme.com

Eligibility

Organizations may apply under 33 industry categories and must demonstrate how their innovations from the past year have impacted their business, their industry, and the broader culture. Companies and nonprofits of all sizes will be considered. For full application details, see the Rules and FAQs.

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CATEGORIES

Adtech & Martech (New)

Developing cutting-edge technology digital advertising and marketing campaigns

Advertising, Branding & PR

Agencies, advancing the business of persuasion and influence

AI & Data Science

Products and ideas transforming industries with advanced machine learning and data analysis

Architecture & Design

Firms and commissions that are transforming the built world

Augmented and Virtual Reality

Companies creating the future of tech-powered immersive content and experiences

Beauty & Wellness

Making the world of cosmetics and wellness more inclusive, sustainable and appealing

Consumer Goods

Pioneering products and brands transforming consumers' daily lives

Corporate Social Responsibility (New)

Building a better world through purpose-driven and socially conscious initiatives

Crypto/ Blockchain/ Web3/ Metaverse (New)

Companies redefining how consumers exchange money, interact, and transact in the digital world

E-commerce (New)

Brands that are making shopping easier for consumers

Education

Empowering learners with innovative tools and personalized products

Emerging Tech

Companies working on tech that are in the early stages of development

Energy

Novel initiatives that address climate change

Enterprise

Organizations offering tech and services that make other businesses more efficient

Entertainment

Platforms, labels, and streamers making beautiful sharing innovative and delightful content

Finance & Fintech

Products and technologies making financial transactions easier

Food & Dining

Companies that are transforming the way we eat and entertain

Gaming

Groundbreaking companies that are developing new gaming technologies

Healthcare

Latest devices, services, and approaches to empower patients

Hospitality

Brands that are creating memorable experiences with great customer service

Logistics & Mobility (New)

Moving goods faster, smarter and sustainably

Manufacturing

Companies exploring sustainable practices and data-driven improvements

Media

Businesses inventing or reinventing the future of news and content

Public Sector & Government Services

Offering better services to citizens and companies

Real Estate

The landscapes and properties defining how we live today

Retail

Fresh approaches to selling goods and services

Services (New)

Companies helping people and making lives easier with products

Small and Mighty: Under 10 Employees

Organizations with big ideas and are the next generation of innovators

Social Good

Companies incorporating a larger purpose in businesses

Sustainability & Clean Tech

Creating a cleaner and greener future through innovation and sustainability

Travel & Tourism

Redefining hospitality with innovative, personalized, and immersive experiences

Women Backed

Companies with women at the helm pushing new boundaries

Workplace (New)

Companies helping employees be more productive and happy
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