About The Awards

5th Annual Edition

World GM Awards!

Our annual awards ceremony recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of General Managers (GMs) from around the world who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and customer service.

Over 1,000+ GM from 100+ countries participated in the past at the General Manager Awards so far. Several criteria are used to select the winners of the award, including education, industry experience, relevant skills, leadership skills, business growth, contribution to the society and lot more

We hope you will join us in celebrating GMs' outstanding contributions at this year's awards ceremony, which is a highlight of the year for GMs and their teams.

There is No Nomination fee for a limited time. If you believe your GM is THE BEST then nominate for World GM Awards.

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Award Procedure

Nomination

The nominations for Awards are self-basis. You or Your Employee or Your PR / Representative company can nominate your company or individual for the award program.

First Level Review

Our first-level Jury Team verifies the eligibility as per our Standards. The approved nominees move to the voting stage.

Voting

During the voting period, every nominee can collect votes from their clients and industry partners. Please refer to the voting guide & FAQ for more details.

Award
Procedure

Final Jury Evaluation

Our Jury Team verifies the eligibility as per our Standards. The approved nominees move to the voting stage.

Internal Winner Announcement

The winner will be announced exclusively to nominees to provide them with the chance to book a winner package and Gala ceremony tickets.

Gala Ceremony

The Grand Gala ceremony Celebration will take place as scheduled, and the winners will be announced during the event.

It's Free to Register @ World GM Awards

Be Part of 3,000+ Global brands

2025 Schedule

Region	Nomination Closes	Voting	Final Jury Evaluation	Internal Winner Announcement	Gala Ceremony Date & Location
Asia Africas Americas Europe Middle East Oceania UK	15-Apr-2025	15-Apr-2025 to 25-Apr-2025	15-Apr-2025 to 25-Apr-2025	01-May-2025	14-Jun-2025 Dubai, UAE

* the above schedule is subject to change without prior notice *

Selection Criteria

The World GM Awards employ a rigorous selection process to identify deserving winners. Each nominee undergoes equal scrutiny based on established criteria that comprehensively evaluate their qualifications and achievements. The judging panel meticulously reviews all submissions, ensuring a fair and unbiased assessment that recognizes true excellence in the industry. This meticulous approach guarantees the awards uphold the highest standards of integrity and credibility.

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LIMTED TIME OFFER : No Registration Fee !! No Nomination Fee !!!

Competition & Winning Levels

The competition spans four distinct levels: City, Country, Regional, and World. Each level presents an opportunity to showcase your strength and product offering. Emerging victorious at the City level demonstrates local dominance, while conquering the Country stage solidifies your national prowess. Triumphing at the Regional level establishes your superiority across a broader geographic expanse. Ultimately, securing the World title signifies your unparalleled global excellence, placing you at the pinnacle of your industry.

City Level : 60 to 70 Points

Available in Free Plan

Example for Competition Levels

Best General Manager in Dubai
Best Emerging General Manager in Bangkok
Best Young General Manager in London

Country Level : 71 to 80 Points

Available in Premium Plan

Example for Competition Levels

Most Promising General Manager in UAE
Best Emerging General Manager in USA
Best Young General Manager in Australia

Regional Level : 81 to 90 Points

Available in Premium Plan

Example for Competition Levels

Best Innovative General Manager in Asia
Highly Experienced General Manager in Middle East
Best Hospitality Leader in Europe

World Level : above 91 Points

Available in Premium Plan

Example for Competition Levels

World's Best Emerging General Manager
World's Best Young General Manager
World's Most Promising General Manager

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Fee / Cost Involved

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Award registration Cost / Fee ?

You can nominate / Register your company in 1 Award program on a complimentary basis.

(Note : Complimentary nominations are not applicable for Beauty products / Tourism boards / Attractions / Real estate Builders or Developers / Tech companies & few more)

What's included in the complimentary award registration?

When you register your company for an award on a complimentary basis, you can compete at the city level in the Free nomination plan.

What happens if I want to participate in multiple award programs in the same year?

If you wish to participate in multiple award programs in the same year, you are required to upgrade to the premium nomination plan.

What are all the benefits in the Premium Nomination Plan ?

Premium nomination plan comes with lot of benefits, Few of them are

Nominating in Multiple Award Programs
Compete in City, Country & Regional level
Social Media post
Highlight on our Website in the Nominees section
Voting Assistance
Rights to use Nominee Badge / Nomination Material for lifetime
Rights to use Award logo / Brand name
Dedicated Account Manager
WhatsApp / Phone / Email Support
Assistance in Awards portal usage.
Priority Support.

What is the Fee to Nominate or Register in the Award Program ?

Premium Nomination Plan :

The premium nomination plan is a game-changer, designed to elevate your brand and amplify your marketing efforts, dramatically boosting your chances of success. It's not just a plan; it's a strategic arsenal packed with powerful branding and marketing tools to propel you ahead of the competition.

The benefits of Premium Nomination plan are,

Nominate into Multiple Award program in the same Year
Nominate up to 3 Categories for each nomination
Branding your company at Award Website
Priority listing in Nominees Section
Rights to use Award Logo, Brand for lifetime
Rights to use "Nominee Badge" & Certificate for ever.
Social Media Posts ( Instagram / Facebook / Linkedin )
and lot more.
Dedicated Account Manager
Phone / Email / WhatsApp Support

What is a winner package ?

If you are shortlisted as one of the winner of the award program then You are eligible to order a winner package.

Winner package helps you to promote your winning and take your branding to the next level. We have designed a variety of winner packages with lots of promotional benefits.

The Winner package includes the following

RIGHTS to use International Travel Awards Logo, Brand Name & Winner announcement to the public.
Winner Trophy
Winner Plaque
Winner Certificate - digital
Winner Badge - Digital
Website Listing Services & etc.
Advertisement on our Winner Magazine
Listing on Award Portal in winner section
Your Website & Social Media will be Linked at our Awards portal
Social Media post

Note : the inclusions are based on the winner package you buy.

Please refer to the winner package details at https://internationaltravelawards.org/wp-kit

What is the cost of winner package ?

We have customised different types of winner packages which suits for every winner. Please refer the winner package pricing & inclusions at https://internationaltravelawards.org/wp-kit

What is the most popular winner package ?

Most of our winners prefer the Diamond Package since it has exclusive marketing and branding benefits along with attractive winner materials.The price is also discounted.

Can I buy any winner package to use the International Travel Awards Logo & Brand ?

Yes. All our winner packages are inclusive of the RIGHTS TO USE International Travel awards Logo, Brand Name.

Even if you order any individual Winner package such as Winner Certificate, Winner Badge & etc.., then you get the RIGHTS TO USE our Award logo and brand name.

Please refer the winner package details at https://internationaltravelawards.org/wp-kit

We got announcement that we are a winner. Shall we publish it to our clients ?

After the winner announcement. You are required to order a Winner package to receive the following

Rights to use the award winning title
Rights to use Award Logo, and Award Name.
Digital Materials
Winner Package items such as Trophy, Medal, Certificate & plaques.

Once you order the winner package. We request you to wait till we announce the winners through Gala Ceremony or Online. You are free to announce to your clients once we announce to the world.

Please refer the winner package details at https://internationaltravelawards.org/wp-kit

Can I use International Travel Awards Logo, Brand Name without buying Winner Package ?

No. Winners are NOT allowed to use International Travel Awards Logo, Brand Name or any materials related to International Travel Awards until they order a Winner package.

Rights to use International Travel Awards Logo, Name, Website or any other materials related to award program is a part of the Winner Package. You are free to use all the materials once you order the winner package.

Our Legal & compliance Team regularly checks our Winner's Website, Social Media Pages & Marketing related materials for the misuse of brand name.

What is the delivery time for Winner Package order ?

Here is the estimated delivery time for the winner package.

Digital Materials : 7 Working days.
Plaque : 4 Weeks
Trophy : 4 weeks to 8 weeks

*** The above delivery time is subject to change based on the availability and shipping feasibility. The above schedule is not inclusive of shipping duration. ****

Can I design the Winner badge on my own ?

You do not have the RIGHTS to change or modify or create any winner badge using our award Name, award logo and Brand .

What do I lose if I do not order a winner package ?

We highly recommend our winners to order a winner package since it comes with loads of benefits.

incase if you do not order a winner package once you become one of the winner, All our jury team effort goes waste and Also the company who stands in your next position also lose their winning opportunity.

Considering all these, If you do not order the winner package, You may lose the following benefits.

1). You will not be eligible for a complimentary nomination in our award program in the future for your company and individuals such as CEO, GM, Directors in all our award programs by Golden Tree Events, Dubai.

2). You will be eligible to go only for a Premium Plan ( Diamond & Platinum )

Can we publish in my Social Media Platform or Press release about the winning ?

Once you opt for any winner package, You are free to publish. Please make sure to announce your winning after our public announcement.

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Award Nomination or Registration Fee

The awards are an unparalleled opportunity to gain recognition and elevate your brand.

Nomination plan unlocks a world of possibilities. Compete on country, regional, and global stages, Participate in Multiple awards, Listing on Awards websites, Social Media posts, Dedicated Account manager support, Voting assistance and lot more

Choose the package that best suits your needs.	Free	Silver	Gold	Diamond	Recommended Platinum	Titanium
Price for Nomination	Free	USD 299	USD 670	USD 1,220	USD 1,490 USD 1,280	USD 1,950
Total Award Participation in year 2025 Example : If you opt for Titanium plan, You can nominate into 3 different award programs out of 17 award programs	1 Award	1 Award	1 Award	2 Award	2 Awards	3 Awards
Number of categories (in each award) Example : if you opt for Titanium plan, You can nominate in 3 different award programs and you can nominate 3 categories in each award program	1 Categories (one award)	1 Categories (one award)	2 Categories (one award)	2 Categories (one award)	3 Categories (per award)	3 Categories (per award)
Total Nomination	1 Nomination ( 1 award)	1 Nomination ( 1 award)	1 Nomination ( 1 award)	2 Nomination ( 2 award)	2 Nominations (any 2 awards)	3 Nominations (any 3 awards)
Competition Level	City	City,Country	City,Country	City,Country	City,Country,Regional	City,Country,Regional,World
Featured in Nominees Section
Rights to use award logo and name after voting
Complimentary Digital Winner Package						Complimentary for 1 Nomination Winning
Link to your Website & Social Media
Recommendation for Voting on our Website

Winner Package Pricing

Only the winners are eligible to order a winner package.

Winner packages offer promotional opportunities and benefits to maximize the value of your achievement. The pricing for these packages can vary depending on the winner package materials included.

Rights to use Award Logo : Winner package is inclusive of Rights to use Award logo, Award name, Winning Title and Announcement details.
Complimentary Gala Entry passes : Winners get an opportunity to attend the gala ceremony and the entry passes will be provided on first come first serve basis
Digital Materials: Customized winner badges, certificates
Physical Winner Package items : Trophies, Plaques, Medals & Stickers
Online Exposure: Winner packages may include featured listings on the awarding organization's website, social media platforms. These online placements can boost your visibility and drive traffic to your website.
Promotional Opportunities: Some winner packages provide opportunities for speaking engagements, participation in industry events, or inclusion in mentorship programs. These promotional activities can further establish your expertise and credibility in the field.

Important Notes :

ONLY the winners are eligible to order the Winner Package
If you participated in the award program and NOT a winner then you can NOT order a winner package.
Every nomination MUST go through First level Jury review, Voting and Final Jury Review, Finalists selection to become one of the Winner
We do NOT guarantee winning an award if you nominate.
The winner selection is 100% based on our Award Selection procedure / Criteria.
Do NOT approach our team with any monetary benefit / payment to influence the winning chance. We reserve the right to ban / blacklist the company and individuals (CEO, GM, Entrepreneur & etc) from participating in our future award program for any violation of selection procedure.
Please read winner package terms and conditions before ordering winner package.

Choose the package that best suits your needs.	Digital USD 590	Classic USD 1,190	Deluxe USD 1,650 USD 1,590	Super Deluxe USD 2,180 USD 1,980	Royal USD 4,790 USD 2,800
Complimentary Gala Ceremony Entry Pass	0	1	3	4	6
Rights to use World GM Awards Logo and Brand in Website and all marketing materials
Winner Trophy
Winner Plaque.A3 Size
Winner Medal
Winner Certificate - Digital
Winner Badge - Digital
Winner Email Signature - Digital
Highlighted on Our Awards Home Page
Listing on Winner's Section @ award website
List on Featured Winner's Section
Link to Your Website
Link to your social media platforms
Winner's Speech Video
Facebook - Social Media Post
Instagram - Social Media Post
LinkedIn - Social Media Post

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World GM Awards recognise and reward the excellent performing GMs from 20+ industries around the world.

Who can participate in the Awards ?

World GM Awards offers an opportunity to showcase the excellence of the GMs around the globe. GMs from the following industries are invited to participate at the World GM Awards

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World GM Awards recognise and reward the excellent performing GMs from 20+ industries around the world.

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Winner Benefits

Advantages of winning the title wherein winner announcements are done through a variety of advertising mediums to help our winner's brand reach new heights and be taken to the next level.