Nominees may be submitted in one of the following award categories, each corresponding to a sector of excellence. Each category recognizes individual or organizational achievements relevant to that domain, as described below:

• Business & Economy – Honoring individuals or companies who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, or success in commerce, finance, entrepreneurship, or economic development. This includes business leaders, economic innovators, and entrepreneurs who have driven growth, created jobs, or made significant contributions to industry. Nominees in this category should exemplify excellence in business acumen and have a track record of economic impact in their field.
• Creativity & Art – Recognizing exceptional talent in the arts and creative industries. This category is open to individual artists, creative groups, studios, or cultural organizations. Nominees should have demonstrated creative excellence and innovation in areas such as visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, design, or other creative media. Achievements might include acclaimed artistic works, influential creative projects, or contributions that enrich culture and society through art.
• Beauty & Wellbeing – Celebrating achievements in the beauty, wellness, and personal care sectors. This category includes professionals, brands, and institutions such as beauty industry innovators, cosmetologists, wellness coaches, healthcare advocates, or entities promoting physical and mental wellbeing. Nominees should have made notable contributions to beauty, health, or wellness—whether through innovation in cosmetic or wellness products, leadership in health initiatives, or efforts that enhance personal wellbeing and confidence.
• Science & Technology – Honoring individuals or companies at the forefront of scientific research, technological innovation, and STEM advancements. Nominees may include scientists, researchers, technologists, inventors, startups, or enterprises who have achieved breakthroughs or innovations in fields such as medicine, engineering, information technology, environmental science, or other scientific disciplines.

Each nomination category above is intended to target the specific accomplishments relevant to that sector. Nominees should be entered into the one category that best fits their primary area of achievement. In all cases, the Award seeks to recognize individuals and entities whose work exemplifies excellence, innovation, and positive impact within the scope of the respective category.

The full list of award categories is approved annually by the Organizing Committee and published on the official website

To ensure a fair and meaningful competition, nominees must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Age/Registration: Individual nominees must be at least 18 years old as of the nomination date. Organizational nominees (companies, studios, institutions) must be legally registered entities in their country of operation.
• Nationality: The competition is open to all nationalities and jurisdictions. There are no restrictions based on country of origin or residence – individuals and organizations from any country around the world may be nominated. The Alliance Top Award is an international program, and diversity in participation is welcomed.
• Achievements: Nominees should have documented achievements or a proven track record of excellence in their respective field corresponding to the category of nomination. Supporting evidence of accomplishments (such as awards, publications, successful projects, innovations, leadership positions, etc.) must be available to verify the nominee’s impact and contributions. The achievements should be substantive and relevant to the category, demonstrating the nominee’s outstanding merit.
• Entry Fee: No entry fee is required to participate in the Alliance Top Award. Nomination submissions are free of charge for all participants. The Award does not require any purchase or payment at any stage of the nomination or selection process.

Additional notes on eligibility: Nominees must be real, verifiable individuals or legal entities. Self-nomination is allowed if all requirements are met, but self-nominees may be asked for references or endorsements. If a nominee is employed by or closely associated with the Award organizers, judging panel, or sponsors, potential conflicts of interest must be disclosed (and eligibility will be assessed by the organizers). All information provided in the nomination must be truthful and accurate; providing false information can lead to disqualification at any stage.

To submit a nomination for the Alliance Top Award, the following application materials are required. All submissions must be completed in full by the stated deadlines (see Key Dates) to be considered:

• Nomination Form: A completed official Alliance Top Award Nomination Form, available on the Award’s website. The form must be filled out with all requested information about the nominee, including full name or legal entity name, contact details, current occupation or registration, and the selected category.
• Proof of Accomplishments: Supporting documentation evidencing the nominee’s achievements in their field. This may include a portfolio of work, project summaries, case studies, media coverage, copies of awards, patents, publications, or any other relevant materials.
• Biography or Company Profile: A biographical profile or CV (for individuals) or company profile (for organizations), detailing relevant experience, leadership, history, and accomplishments.
• Letter of Motivation or Project Description: A personal statement (for individuals) or project/impact description (for companies), explaining the significance of the nominee’s work and what winning the Alliance Top Award would mean.

All documents must be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation. Submissions are accepted only via the official Award portal.

• July 1, 2026 – Award Launch and Start of Applications
• August 1, 2026 – Early Bird Deadline
• September 15, 2026 – Final Entry Deadline
• September 21, 2026 – Start of Application Review by the Organizers
• October 5, 2026 – Start of Judging Session
• November 2, 2026 – Shortlist Announcement
• November 3–23, 2026 – Final Jury Voting to Determine the Winners
• November 30, 2026 – Awards Ceremony & Winners Announcement

These dates may change annually. Official timelines are always published on the Award website.

The Judging Panel is composed of internationally recognized experts, leaders, and professionals with demonstrated experience in business, art, science, beauty, and related domains. The selection of judges is one of the most critical components of the Alliance Top Award and is carried out with the highest level of scrutiny and transparency.
Judge Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated professional excellence and thought leadership in the relevant field
• Proven record of international recognition or high-impact achievements
• Active contribution to their industry through mentorship, publications, innovation, or leadership roles
• Ethical reputation and commitment to impartiality
• No direct involvement in submitted nominations (e.g., as a partner, employee, or advisor)

Ineligibility for Serving as a Judge:

• Individuals currently nominated for the Award or who are part of an organization that is nominated
• Anyone with a financial, personal, or professional conflict of interest related to a nominee
• Employees, board members, or direct affiliates of the Award organizers, unless expressly approved and disclosed

Responsibilities of the Judging Panel:

• Review all eligible nominations assigned to their category
• Evaluate each nomination using the defined evaluation criteria (see Section 7)
• Maintain strict confidentiality and neutrality throughout the process
• Participate in deliberations and provide independent assessments

The decisions of the Judging Panel are final and binding. All deliberations and individual scores remain confidential. Judges are bound by a formal agreement covering ethics, confidentiality, and non-disclosure of all judging-related information.

The evaluation of nominees for the Alliance Top Award is a multi-layered process guided by rigor, fairness, and sector-specific expertise. Each application is reviewed according to standardized criteria, supplemented by domain-specific benchmarks within the four primary Categories of the Award: Business & Economy, Creativity & Art, Beauty & Wellbeing, and Science & Technology.

Each Award Category comprises separate Award Nominations.

Scoring, shortlisting, deliberation, and final voting are conducted separately for each Award Nomination.

General Evaluation Criteria — Applicable to All Award Nominations:

• Innovation & Originality – Demonstrates unique thinking, novel methods, or breakthrough solutions.
• Impact & Contribution – Shows measurable influence in the nominee’s field or broader society.
• Ethical Conduct & Integrity – Aligns with ethical practices and positive role modeling.
• Leadership & Influence – Reflects leadership qualities, mentoring, and influence on peers or community.
• Societal Benefit – Contributes to the common good, supports sustainable development, or solves social challenges.
• Scalability & Sustainability – For projects, businesses, or innovations: potential to scale and sustain long-term impact.
• Presentation Quality – Clarity, professionalism, and persuasiveness of submitted materials and communications.

Additional Criteria by Award Category:
Business & Economy:

• Financial viability and growth metrics
• Market positioning and expansion
• Job creation and economic contribution
• Business ethics and governance

Creativity & Art:

• Artistic excellence and conceptual depth
• Cultural or social resonance
• Critical reception and public engagement
• Innovation in medium or form

Beauty & Wellbeing:

• Scientific backing and safety of products or services
• Client or public impact and satisfaction
• Professional accreditation and training
• Contribution to physical and psychological wellness

Science & Technology:

• Technical accuracy and scientific merit
• Real-world applications and usability
• Research originality and peer recognition
• Advancement of knowledge or innovation ecosystems

Scoring and Selection Methodology:
1. Application Review by the Organizers
Following the application deadline, the Organizing Committee conducts an administrative review of all submitted applications. This review verifies compliance with the formal eligibility and submission requirements, the completeness of the required supporting documentation, and the proper completion of all mandatory fields and sections of the application form.

Applications that do not satisfy these requirements are excluded from further consideration. Applications that pass the administrative review are forwarded to the judges assigned to the relevant Award Nomination for evaluation during the Judging Session.

Passing the administrative review does not constitute a substantive assessment of the nominee’s achievements or guarantee inclusion in the shortlist.

2. Judging Session and Selection of Finalists
Each judge independently scores the applications assigned to them using a 100-point scale, with a maximum total of 100 points distributed across the General Evaluation Criteria and the Additional Criteria for the relevant category.

Scores are recorded individually and confidentially. Judges may add comments and recommendations.

The average of the judges’ scores is calculated for each application. The five nominees with the highest average scores in each nomination are shortlisted as finalists. If fewer than five eligible nominees have completed this stage, all are shortlisted.

A tie affecting the final shortlist places is resolved through an additional scoring round involving only the tied nominees. If the tie remains, the Chair selects the nominees for those places using the applicable evaluation criteria.

Scores at this stage determine the shortlist, not the winner.

Voting Procedure for Determining Winners:
1. Individual Assessment of Finalists
Each judge receives voting forms identifying the confirmed finalists in their assigned nomination or nominations, together with the materials needed for evaluation.

The judge conducts a separate assessment of the finalists using the same 100-point scale and applicable criteria, then identifies one finalist as their preliminary preferred candidate. Scores from the Judging Session are not added to this assessment.

This personal preference does not determine the final winner.

2. Panel Deliberation
The judges assigned to each nomination meet in a secure, moderated session to discuss all confirmed finalists and their achievements.

The shortlist remains unchanged. Following the discussion, judges may confirm or revise their preliminary preference.

3. Final Vote
Each judge casts one confidential vote for one finalist in the relevant nomination.

The finalist receiving the greatest number of valid votes is declared the winner, subject to the tiebreaker rule below. Scores are not added to the vote count.

A vote is valid only if it identifies exactly one finalist participating in that vote.

4. Tiebreaker Rule
If finalists are tied for the greatest number of votes, the Chair of the Judging Panel casts the deciding vote among them.

If the Chair abstains, a confidential revote is held only among the tied finalists. The same voting and tiebreaker rules apply.

The assessment of finalists, deliberation, final voting, and any revotes must be completed within the final jury voting period specified in Section 5.

Individual scores, preliminary preferences, discussions, and votes remain confidential. The Judging Panel’s decision is final and binding.

The Alliance Top Award values the support of its official sponsors and strategic partners, whose involvement strengthens the prestige and global outreach of the program. These organizations play a vital role in promoting innovation, creativity, and excellence in their respective fields and in supporting the recognition of outstanding achievements worldwide.
Categories of Partners:

• Official Sponsors – Provide financial, organizational, or logistical support for the Award and/or Awards Ceremony.
• Strategic Partners – Collaborate on specific categories, nominations, or regional outreach.
• Media Partners – Assist in promoting the Award through press, digital, and broadcast coverage.
• Knowledge Partners – Offer expertise, research support, or advisory input related to nominations and evaluation criteria.

Responsibilities and Participation:

• Sponsors and partners may be granted visibility on the Award’s official website, promotional materials, nomination campaigns, and at the Awards Ceremony.
• They may be invited to co-host panels, workshops, or networking events linked to the Award.
• Sponsors and partners may not participate in the judging process or interfere with jury decisions, unless otherwise authorized and disclosed.

All collaborations with sponsors and partners are formalized through separate agreements and must comply with the ethical standards, neutrality, and integrity of the Alliance Top Award. The Organizing Committee reserves the right to approve or revoke sponsorship or partnership status at its discretion.