MENA MIKE AWARD

Advancing Knowledge Excellence, Innovation & 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 recognizes organizations that transform knowledge into impact — by empowering people, strengthening structures, building meaningful relationships, and embedding innovation into strategy, delivery, and operations.

Rooted in the globally recognized MIKE / MAKE intellectual capital framework, the 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.

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

MIKE Award Trophy

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 — Applications for the 2026 MENA MIKE Awards are open.

Award Categories

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

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Assessment Criteria

Learn about the evaluation framework and criteria used to assess organizations.

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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

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

International Global MIKE Study Group

WB Lee
WB Lee

Global MIKE Award Co-Founder – Chairman of the Global MIKE Award International Committee (GMAIC)
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hong Kong SAR

Vincent Ribiere
Vincent Ribiere

Secretary of the committee – Global MIKE Award Coordinator
The Institute for Knowledge and Innovation Southeast Asia (IKI-SEA) – Bangkok University
Thailand

John Dumay
John Dumay

Global MIKE Award Co-Founder
Macquarie University
Australia

Meir Russ
Meir Russ

The International Institute for Applied Knowledge Management (IIAKM) Representative
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
USA

Constantin Bratianu
Constantin Bratianu

The International Association for Knowledge Management (IAKM) Representative
Bucharest University of Economic Studies
Romania

Leif Edvinsson
Leif Edvinsson

Co-Founder and Board Member of the New Club of Paris
Lund University
Sweden

Chitoshi Koga
Chitoshi Koga

Founder Chairman of the Japan Association of Intellectual Assets Management
School of Business Management, Tokaigakuen University
Japan

Grace Najjar
Grace Najjar

MENA Region MIKE Representative
Align Management Solutions
United Arab Emirates