MENA MIKE Award – Advancing Knowledge Excellence, Innovation & Impact Across MENA

The MENA MIKE Award is the region’s leading recognition for organizations that transform knowledge into measurable impact. The Award serves organizations across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), including United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia (KSA), Oman, Egypt, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, and Tunisia.

Rooted in the globally recognized MIKE / MAKE intellectual capital framework, the Award recognizes excellence in innovation, knowledge management, ESG & sustainability, AI & technology, project and portfolio management (PMO), and academia, evaluating how organizations activate human, structural, and relational capital to drive long-term value, resilience, and strategic impact.

Innovation without Human Capital cannot thrive. Excellence without Structural Capital cannot scale. Growth without Relational Capital cannot endure. In an increasingly complex, interconnected, and fast-moving world, the ability to activate knowledge and insights has become a critical differentiator for performance, resilience, and long-term value creation.

The MENA MIKE Award evaluates how organizations:

  • Turn knowledge into measurable value
  • Enable innovation at scale
  • Strengthen human capability and leadership
  • Leverage digital, AI, and technology responsibly
  • Advance sustainability, ESG, and societal impact
  • Bridge strategy, execution, and outcomes

In today's AI-augmented, insight-driven, high complex and cross-functional environments, knowledge activation is no longer optional — it is a strategic necessity.


Learn more about the MENA MIKE Award and our framework

Deadline: July 15, 2026
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👉 Applications for the 2026 MENA MIKE Awards are now open

Apply now for the 2026 MENA MIKE Award

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

The MENA MIKE Award is open to organizations across sectors and sizes that are committed to transforming knowledge into innovation, performance, and impact.

Eligible applicants include:

  • Large Private Organizations
  • Government, Semi-Government & Public Sector Organizations
  • State-Owned & Large Enterprise Companies
  • Associations, Institutions & Non-Profit Organizations
  • Small Companies & Startups

👉 Organizations may apply under one or more award categories aligned with their objectives, maturity, and capabilities.

MENA MIKE Award trophy and winners
MENA MIKE Award trophy and winners
MENA MIKE Award trophy and winners

What Participants Gain

The MENA MIKE Award is not just a trophy — it is a strategic assessment, benchmarking, and learning journey.

By applying, organizations receive:

  • Independent Expert Evaluation — A confidential, in-depth assessment by senior MIKE judges with global and regional expertise in knowledge, innovation, leadership, and value creation.
  • Consolidated Evaluation Report — A structured report highlighting strengths, improvement areas, and actionable recommendations across Human, Structural, and Relational Capital.
  • Benchmarking & Peer Comparison — Insight into how your organization compares with leading organizations across sectors in MENA and globally.
  • Formal Recognition of Excellence (for winners) — MIKE Trophy and official framed certificate (Bronze, Silver, or Gold).
  • Official MIKE Award Logo Usage — Authorized use of the MIKE Award logo for branding, communications, and credibility (per guidelines).
  • Visibility & Global Recognition (for winners) — Recognition through MIKE digital channels, publications, and partner networks.
  • Access to Global MIKE Learning & Community — Invitations to MIKE knowledge exchanges, executive sessions, and global award learning forums.
  • Qualification for Global MIKE Awards (Gold winners) — Top MENA Gold winners may be nominated for Global MIKE Award recognition.
Apply now for the 2026 MENA MIKE Award — Applications are open.

How We Evaluate

A structured, expert-led evaluation that delivers actionable insight, benchmarking, and strategic direction.

Award Categories

Explore specialized MIKE Award categories designed to reflect different organizational contexts and focus areas.

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Evaluation Process

A structured, expert-led evaluation that goes beyond scoring — delivering actionable insight, benchmarking, and strategic direction.

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Award Categories

Five specialized MENA MIKE Award categories designed to reflect different organizational contexts, maturity levels, and strategic focus areas.

01

Overall Knowledge Excellence

Holistic excellence in activating knowledge across human, structural, and relational capital.

 02

Project Management & PMO

Project, program, portfolio, or PMO practices that drive value delivery, benefits realization, and innovation.

 03

ESG & Sustainability

Embedding ESG and sustainability knowledge into strategy, projects, operations, and measurable outcomes.

 04

Academic Excellence

Academic and knowledge institutions advancing learning quality, employability, leadership, and societal impact.

 05

Technology & Digital

Digital, AI, and data solutions that enable knowledge activation, decision-making, and human capability at scale.
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