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GESS Dubai
10-12 November 2026
Dubai World Trade Centre, Sheikh Saeed Halls 1, 2 & 3

Awards Sponsorship

Why Sponsor?

Secure your place at the forefront of the industry by sponsoring the GESS Education Awards 2026 — an opportunity you can’t afford to miss.

You Are in Good Company

1000+ Award Submissions | 350+ Attendees | 25+ Expert Judges | 30 Award Categories | 1 Exciting Evening

Elevate Your Brand

Position your brand as a key influencer in the Middle East education market by showcasing your presence to industry leaders, aligning your logo with top professionals, and creating a lasting impression.

Strengthen Your Network

Build invaluable relationships with the industry's most influential figures by connecting with a distinguished judging panel, high-caliber entrants, and senior-level attendees who matter most to your business.

Outshine the Competition

Take advantage of limited sponsorship opportunities to gain premium visibility, host exclusive client entertainment, and leverage this one-of-a-kind marketing platform to outshine your competitors.

Gold Sponsorship

Limited to 1 Company Only

  • Your logo on all media about the awards
  • Your logo on all media at the even
  • Table for 10 at the awards for you and your team / guests
  • 4 x pop up banners at the awards
  • Present 4 of the awards at the event
  • Speaking opportunity at the event
  • 2 awards sponsored by you

This truly unique sponsorship opportunity in the Middle East education industry will help you stand out from your competitors and help your brand grow and build trust with this fast moving industry.

Silver Sponsorship

Limited to 2 Companies Only

  • Your logo on all media at the event
  • Table for 10 at the awards for you and your team / guests
  • 2 x pop up banner at the awards
  • Present 2 of the awards at the event
  • 1 award sponsored by you

The Silver sponsor will be limited to just 2 companies and will give you a great opportunity to show your support to the education industry. You will have great branding and networking opportunities before, during and after the awards.

Bronze Sponsorship

Limited to 4 Companies Only

  • Table for 10 at the awards for you and your team / guests
  • 2 x pop up banner at the awards
  • Present 1 of the awards at the event
  • 1 award sponsored by you

The bronze sponsor will be limited to just 4 companies and will give you a great opportunity to show your support to the education industry. You will have great branding and networking opportunities before, during and after the awards.

Individual Sponsorship Opportunities

Individual Award (15 Available)

Sponsor an Individual Award Category

Have your logo included on the big screen and your representative hand out the award on the night.

Welcome Reception

Sponsor the Welcome Drinks

Your brand will be displayed as guests enter the venue and awards. You will have 4 pop up banners at the entrance and logo on the awards website.

Table/Spaces Settings

Exclusive Table Branding

Exclusive placement of promotional 'gift' on each table or on every place setting in a prime location. (subject to organiser's approval)