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Background of DALA Awards 2025

The DALA Awards is a prestigious event designed to recognize and celebrate excellence in data and analytics across various industries. Launched in 2024, our inaugural awards aimed to spotlight innovative solutions, impactful projects, and the individuals and organizations driving the field forward.

This year, we are excited to announce enhancements to the awards, including the introduction of an AI factor. The DALA Awards aim to celebrate outstanding contributions and innovations in the field, bringing together industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts. By recognizing advancements in AI, we hope to highlight the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on data analytics.

We are committed to honoring those who leverage data & Ai to create meaningful change and inspire others in the ever-evolving landscape of analytics. As we approach the 2025 awards, we look forward to continuing this tradition of excellence and showcasing the remarkable achievements of those pushing the boundaries of what is possible in data and analytics.

Why Participate

Participating in the DALA Awards not only highlights your accomplishments but also elevates your presence in the dynamic landscape of data and analytics.

***All winners are entitlted to below benefits.
Privilege
Visibility and Recognition	All winners will be featured prominently at the DALA Awards 2025, providing visibility, appreciation, and recognition for their achievements in the field.
Presentation Opportunity	The Grand Award winner will have the unique chance to present their project on stage during a five-minute presentation, allowing them to showcase their work and insights to an influential audience.
Brand Awardness	Banded winners’ logo will have the privilege to feature in on our websites, social media channles and marketing materials. The winner may have the opportunity to participate in 1min video interview, which will be broadcasted on social media platforms.
Networking	Engage with industry leaders, experts, and peers, creating valuable connections that can lead to future collaborations and innovations.
Celebrate Excellence	Join us in honoring outstanding achievements in data-driven and AI initiatives across various industries, positioning your organization as a leader in the field.

DALA Awards Luncheon and Ceremony 2025

We are delighted to invite our winners, partners, and the Data & AI community to the DALA Awards Luncheon and Ceremony 2025!
Winners from Individual, SME, Corporate, and Enabler categories will each receive one complimentary ticket to attend the Luncheon and Ceremony, where they will be presented with their trophy and celebrate achievements alongside industry leaders and the wider community. Seating for winners will be specially arranged by the organiser.

Date: 19 November, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Venue: The Grand Ballroom, The Mira, Hong Kong

We welcome all community members, finalists, and partners to purchase luncheon tickets and join us for this grand celebration of innovation and excellence in Data & AI.
Reserve your seat and celebrate with the best of Hong Kong’s Data & AI community!

Pls purchase the luncheon set in this link: bit.ly/4gVUfzr

Become a showcase partner and feature your innovations

Date: 19 November, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Venue: The Grand Ballroom, The Mira, Hong Kong

Limited space available—first come, first served! Contact us at awards@dalahk.org and whatsapps +852 9089 3629 to secure your spot.

Showcase Partner	HK$40,000
Pre-Event
•Logo placement on event website	✓
During the event
•A Booth (3ft D x 6ft W) to display materials and engage with participants eg: 3 manpowers ; Pull-up banner; leaflets, handout gifts etc	✓
•Acknowledgement at opening ceremony of the Event	✓

Application information of the DALA Awards 2025

We are excited to invite you to participate in the DALA Awards 2025, Hong Kong’s premier platform for recognising outstanding achievements in Data & AI. This prestigious programme honours individuals, SMEs, corporates, and solution providers who have delivered innovation, impact, and excellence in the data economy.

Key Details

Eligibility: Open to all individuals, SMEs, companies, and solution providers in Hong Kong
Submission Limit: Each organisation may submit up to three entries
Application Fee:

Free for Individual entries
HK$1,000 per entry for SMEs
HK$2,000 per entry for Corporates & Enablers

Deadline: Closed
How to Apply: Please fill out and complete the questions along with the required documents using the link below:

Let’s come together to celebrate excellence in the Data & AI era and inspire the next wave of innovation!

Categories	Name of Each Awards
Individual	Best Data & AI CEO Award
Individual	Best Data & AI Leader Award (CIO/CTO/CDO)
SME	Best SME Data & AI Award
*Corporate*	Best Data Culture Award
	Best Data Governance Award
	Best AI Ethics Award
	Best AI Adoption Award
	Best Data & AI Talent Cultivation Award
Enabler	Best Data & AI Enablement Award
	Best Data & AI Literacy Empowerment Award
	Best LLM Implementation Award

The form requires you to enter your email address to begin. If you are unable to complete it in one session, your progress will be saved automatically, and you can resume by entering the same email address.

For any inquiries, please contact us at awards@dalahk.org and whatsapps +852 9089 3629

Judging Criteria

DALA Awards 2025		Scoring Categories & Weight
Categories	Awards Name	Innovation and Uniqueness	Market and Industry Performance	Functional Quality	Human Capital Value	Governance and Ethics
Individual	Best Data & AI CEO Award	20	20	10	25	25
Individual	Best Data & AI Leader Award (CIO/CTO/CDO)	25	15	20	20	20
SME	Best SME Data & AI Award	20	25	25	20	10
Corporate	Best Data Culture Award	25	20	20	15	20
	Best Data Governance Award	15	15	20	20	30
	Best AI Ethics Award	15	15	20	20	30
	Best AI Adoption Award	30	20	20	15	15
	Best Data & AI Talent Cultivation Award	20	15	15	30	20
Enabler	Best Data & AI Enablement Award	20	15	30	15	20
	Best Data & AI Literacy Empowerment Award	20	20	20	20	20
	Best LLM Implementation Award	25	20	25	15	15

Meet Our Judges

Selected successful applicants will advance to the final round, where they will present their data & AI achievements to our judges.

Date: 15 or 16 October, 2025

Venue: Cyberport (exact room to be confirmed)

Assessment Process


Date	Description
Now – 30th of September 2025	Awards Application Eligibility: Company must possess a valid Hong Kong Business Registration Certificate, submit a proposal and complete the application form. Individual must possess a valid Hong Kong ID Card.
Early of October, 2025	Initial Round Assessment Shortlist: From each award category, 8-10 applications will be shortlisted to proceed to the final round of assessment.
October 15 & 16, 2025	Final Round Assessment Final Judge: Finalists will be invited to present their projects to the judging panel.
November 19, 2025	Awards Presentation Ceremony Awards: Grand Winners will have the opportunity to showcase their project during the awards.

Why Sponsor

The contributions from our sponsors are essential in creating a meaningful experience for all event participants. By partnering with us, you can make a lasting impact on the data and analytics community. We invite you to explore our sponsorship packages, which provide unique opportunities to engage with industry leaders and innovators.

Join us in celebrating outstanding achievements in data and analytics by becoming a sponsor of the DALA Awards 2025.For more details, contact us now at awards@dalahk.org / tel: +852 9089 3629.