GLOBAL STARTUP AWARDS - GREATER BAY AREA (GBA)

CELEBRATING THE BEST INNOVATORS FROM THE GREATER BAY AREA

EXPANSION OF THE GSA COMPETITION

The Global Startup Awards - Greater Bay Area is a platform dedicated to recognising and celebrating the best and brightest startups, founders, and innovators across the Greater Bay Area.

Through this prestigious competition, we bring together key players to foster growth and collaboration across the region’s startup ecosystem. Regional winners advance to compete on the global stage, connecting them with a world-class network and opportunities for international recognition.

PARTICIPATING REGIONS

REGIONAL DISTRIBUTION EXPLAINED

The Greater Bay Area (GBA) is an economic and innovation hub in South China, integrating Hong Kong, Macao, and nine cities in Mainland China’s Guangdong province, including Guangzhou and Shenzhen. Positioned as a global innovation center, the GBA is often compared to Silicon Valley for its thriving startup ecosystem.

THROWBACK:
GLOBAL STARTUP AWARDS EDITION X

GSA INNOVATION
SUMMIT

GLOBAL GRAND AWARD SHOW

INVESTOR DELEGATION MEETUP

FORMER ALUMNI EVENTS

Becoming part of our alumni network opens up a world of opportunities. As an alumni, you’ll join a select community of trailblazers, where meaningful connections and once-in-a-lifetime experiences await.

In the past, we’ve hosted exclusive events like our ‘‘Porsche on Track’’ experience, offering alumni the thrill of high-speed connections on the racetrack, and the Chengdu Adventure, an immersive journey into China’s vibrant innovation landscape. Each event is crafted to not only empower our alumni but also to build lasting memories and partnerships that drive impact in the startup world.

‘‘PORSCHE ON
TRACK’’

CHENGDU
ADVENTURE

NOMINATIONS

ARE OPEN!

You now have the chance to influence who will be recognised and celebrated as a catalyst for innovation and growth on a global scale. 🌎

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December 1, 2024

Public Nominations Open

December 15, 2024

Ambassador Applications Open

June 30, 2025

Public Nominations Closes

July 1, 2025

Shortlisting Commences

August 20, 2025

Regional Finalists Announced

August 21, 2025

Public Voting and Jury Ranking Commences

September TBA, 2025

Public Voting and Jury Ranking Closes

September TBA, 2025

Regional Winners Announced