The STAR OF SECTOR received more entries than expected, but fewer than ten met the award’s strict standards of excellence, leading organisers to postpone it in order to uphold credibility.
The organisers of the STAR OF SECTOR Awards have announced the postponement of the event’s inaugural edition, originally scheduled for 29 November 2025, in a strategic move to maintain the highest standards of credibility and recognition.
An initiative conceived by the management teams of GCC Business News and Emirati Times, the STAR OF SECTOR Awards are organised under the banner of their parent company, WellMade Network FZC LLC, Sharjah Publishing City, UAE, a media group known for its premium, value-driven brands.
Although the number of entries exceeded expectations, a comprehensive evaluation by the jury and management revealed that fewer than ten participants met the award’s stringent standards of excellence required to advance to the final stage.
Consequently, the organisers decided to reschedule the event to a later date to uphold the integrity and credibility of the STAR OF SECTOR Awards.
“Our mission has always been to celebrate true excellence, not merely participation,” stated the organisers in a press release issued following the postponement. “The STAR OF SECTOR Awards operate on a clear principle: only truly deserving winners are recognised based on merit. Rather than compromising on standards, we have chosen to uphold the values that define this initiative.”
“We could have organised the event in a financially profitable manner. However, prioritising financial gain would have compromised the merit-based nature of the awards and prevented the recognition from reaching the truly deserving winners. Such a compromise would also affect the long-term credibility and quality of the STAR OF SECTOR brand. Therefore, we made the conscious decision to postpone the event. Further updates will be announced in due course.” -Spokesperson, WellMade Network
The organisers emphasised in the press release that the postponement reflects a commitment to authenticity, transparency, and industry trust, values that have long guided WellMade Network’s editorial and brand philosophy.
New dates for the STAR OF SECTOR Awards will be announced soon, along with the reopening of nominations for the next cycle. Businesses and organisations demonstrating innovation, leadership, and sustainable excellence across sectors will be encouraged to participate.
“We see this as an opportunity to strengthen our framework and invite more deserving entries from across the region,” the organisers added. “The STAR OF SECTOR Awards will continue to stand as a benchmark for credibility and genuine achievement in the Gulf region.”
About STAR OF SECTOR
STAR OF SECTOR is a growing recognition brand in the corporate reputation management sector, managed by WellMade Network and supported by GCC Business News and Emirati Times. Recognising excellence, innovation, and leadership across businesses and industries worldwide, the awards honour individuals, brands, and organisations that have made a meaningful impact within their sectors. Only 32 awards are presented globally each year, following a rigorous judging and evaluation process, underscoring the initiative’s exclusivity and credibility. Understand the criteria in depth
