award show

istanbul, turkey - september - 2024

HOSTED IN THE HEART OF turkey

Global Innovation at the Crossroads of Continents

Join us in Istanbul for the Global Startup Awards Grand Finale, where the world's brightest ideas converge at the epicenter of East meets West. Celebrate the power of global entrepreneurship in a city that bridges continents, cultures, and creative minds. Witness history in the making at the world's largest independent startup awards. Istanbul awaits – where your global journey begins!

numbers for this year’s competition

Nominations

+32,000

public votes

+110,000

Countries

120 look how it went last year

THE PROGRAM

WELCOME

Pre-networking

award show

break & dinner

after party

Welcome to an unforgettable evening!

As the doors open, guests are greeted by a harmonious blend of music, setting the stage for a seamless check-in experience that promises to be both quick and welcoming.

A Moment to Mingle and Capture Memories

From the moment you step inside, the opportunity to connect with fellow attendees and capture memorable moments awaits, creating an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement.

The Highlight of the Evening

Prepare for a captivating showcase on the Grand Finale Stage, where the spotlight will shine on our esteemed finalists and winners. The evening will unfold with a mix of engaging interviews, entertaining performances, and moments of joyous celebration.

Culinary and Cultural Delights

As the night progresses, guests will be treated to a spectacular array of entertainment, ranging from mesmerizing acts to stunning acrobatic displays, all while savoring a sumptuous meal.

Dance the Night Away!

The celebration continues as we invite everyone to hit the dance floor, with our DJ spinning a mix of beloved classics and today’s hits, ensuring a night filled with energy, laughter, and dancing.

Join us for a night where every moment is designed to surprise, delight, and celebrate our global community.

gala dinner

The evening will culminate in a gala dinner, offering a curated menu that celebrates the rich culinary heritage of the region, followed by an exclusive after-party where guests can enjoy Istanbul's vibrant nightlife and network with luminaries from around the globe.

after party

Following the gala dinner, the after-party will not only feature entertainment but also provide a sophisticated setting for professionals to connect, share ideas, and forge new collaborations.

the finalists

Global Startup Awards is the largest independent startup ecosystem competition with the mission to find, recognize and connect the future-shapers of the digital age from all around the world. The GSA tribe connects 123 countries of 4 continents. The global Grand Finale is was the commulation of all the regional competitions.

*Note: The list of global finalists is not final as some of the regions are still active.

MEET THE FINALISTS

ORGANIZED BY

GLOBAL CATEGORIES

Startup Of The Year

A startup that inspires the next generation of founders while positively impacting the economy and the world in general. It is a product and/or service which is already a success on the market, disrupting its industry with an innovative approach.

BEST HEALTHTECH STARTUP

A startup that inspires the next generation of founders by positively impacting the economy and the world in general. It should have a product and/or service that is already a success on the market, disrupting its industry with an innovative approach.

best newcomer

A startup that inspires the next generation of founders by positively impacting the economy and the world in general. It should have a product and/or service that is already a success on the market, disrupting its industry with an innovative approach.

FOUNDER OF THE YEAR

A startup founder or co-founder who has shown strong leadership skills and achieved exceptional business results while being an inspiration to their team and a role model for the next generation of founders.

Best greentech

A startup that inspires the next generation of founders by positively impacting the economy and the world in general. It should have a product and/or service that is already a success on the market, disrupting its industry with an innovative approach.

INVESTOR OF THE YEAR

An individual or company that has displayed the best investment acumen over the last year. This could be through an exit, early investment of a notable startup, or realization of an earlier investment.

BEST VERTECH STARTUP

All regional winners which were part of a vertical category in their region/country will be placed in this category.These comprise the following categories: ESG Tech, Health Tech, Commerce Tech, Industrial Tech, The Master of Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Best FinTech, Best HealthTech, Best AI/Machine Learning Startup.

BEST CO-WORKING SPACE

A co-working space that deserves the recognition for its services, support, and resources to fast-growth startups, and for creating a culture and environment that fosters innovation and focuses on positively impacting the world.

DIVERSITY ROLE MODEL OF THE YEAR

An individual who is known for their outstanding achievements and contribution to the mission of empowering more women and/or members of underrepresented groups to become founders, investors and leaders in their local and/or international startup and innovation ecosystem.

ECOSYSTEM HERO OF THE YEAR

An individual known by its passion for entrepreneurship and ability as well as willingness to help startups and entrepreneurship grow.

Best WEB 3.0 and AI Startup

A startup with an innovative addition to the global Web 3.0 or AI Scene that incorporates decentralization, blockchain technologies, and token-based economics at the core of its added value, in addition to a commitment to increased data security, scalability, and enhanced privacy.

BEST ACCELERATOR/INCUBATOR PROGRAM

A fixed-term, cohort-based, mentorship-driven program that helps and empowers entrepreneurs to foster the growth of their innovative companies by providing tools, resources, connections, knowledge and expertise.