Overview

Recognizing Outstanding Leaders Driving Quality and Transformation Across the Arab World

Established in honor of Dr. Armand Val Feigenbaum, President and CEO of General Systems Company and a pioneer in leadership and management systems, the award celebrates leaders who inspire change and embed a culture of quality in their organizations. 

The award features four leadership categories:

  • Exceptional Leaders
  • Accomplished Leaders
  • Women Leaders
  • Rising Stars 

How to Submit?

  • Open to men and women from across the Arab World in both public and private sectors.
  • Applicable to leaders from organizations of all sizes (small, medium, or large).
  • Applications are based on merit and individual contributions, not seniority or organization type.
  • Nominees for Exceptional Leaders must hold senior titles such as President, Minister, Governor, or Chairman of an international organization active in the Arab World.
  • A maximum of three applications per organization is allowed annually. 

Applicants must provide:

  • Completed Award Nomination Form.
  • A written statement of achievements, activities, and experiences.
  • Three recommendation letters (from employer, manager, partner, subordinates, or clients).
  • Up to three supporting documents (achievement reports, product/program reports, or corporate publications).
  • All submissions must be in English for review by the international judging panel. 
  • Application Deadline: September 30, 2024.
  • Winners are recognized across leadership categories, showcasing their impact on quality, leadership, and organizational transformation. 

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University 
Learning Resource Center – Lifelong Learning Department 
Tel: +971 4 424 1047/41 
Email: [email protected] 

Award Winners

Past Recipients of the Prize

Winners Description Award Year Download
Dr. Aisha Bin Bishr, Smart Dubai
Women Leaders Feigenbaum Leadership Excellence Awards 2008
Amna Khalfan Saleh Aljallaf, Managing Partner, Al Jallaf Advocates & Legal Consultants
Women Leaders Feigenbaum Leadership Excellence Awards 2015
Mr. Anas Abukhash, Bukhash Brothers
Rising Stars Feigenbaum Leadership Excellence Awards 2015
Alia Al Mansoori, Al Mawakeb School
Rising Stars Feigenbaum Leadership Excellence Awards 2015
Dr. Maryam Mattar, UAE Genetic Diseases Association
Accomplished Leaders Feigenbaum Leadership Excellence Awards 2015
Brigadier Adel Abdulla Ameen, Ministry of Interior, Kingdom of Bahrain
Accomplished Leaders Feigenbaum Leadership Excellence Awards 2015