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                        SUMMARY:GBA Gala Dinner & Business Awards 2026
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">🏆<strong>Celebrate Excellence at the GBA Gala Dinner &amp; Business Awards 2026!</strong>🏆</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We are delighted to invite you to the <strong>GBA Gala Dinner &amp; Business Awards 2026</strong>, an evening dedicated to celebrating the achievements of businesses that are shaping a more innovative, sustainable, and prosperous Vietnam.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and the German business community, this prestigious evening honors organizations shaping Vietnam's future through excellence, innovation, and responsible business practices.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">This year, the GBA proudly recognizes business excellence across four award categories:</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">🌱<a href="https://gbavnm-my.sharepoint.com/:p:/g/personal/maianh_gba-vietnam_org/IQAlO6fzAi_oT6NIsmtw37QxAQ1VQfaBaP8DZ6vRHbrts_E?e=H5FSmd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Green Business of the Year:</strong>​</a>Honoring companies at the forefront of minimizing their environmental impact while embedding sustainable practices into their core operations in Vietnam.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">💡<a href="https://gbavnm-my.sharepoint.com/:p:/g/personal/maianh_gba-vietnam_org/IQDJ3MT2VmZNR7xPR67NYLDoAUnxOGcVyygRw7AqlRxtZ-k?e=tsLvL5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Business Innovation: </strong>​</a>Celebrating organizations that drive growth through cutting-edge solutions, creativity, and forward-thinking business strategies.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">🤝<a href="https://gbavnm-my.sharepoint.com/:p:/g/personal/maianh_gba-vietnam_org/IQBGI8I6gOoeT4ABWAdc4eYgASMx6IKWC3amrzQ9lqVvHcI?e=6j09oU" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Community Impact:</strong>​</a>Recognizing businesses that create meaningful social value through outstanding ESG initiatives, inclusion, and corporate social responsibility.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">⭐<a href="https://gbavnm-my.sharepoint.com/:p:/g/personal/maianh_gba-vietnam_org/IQAb5sKldh5JRIxvpMmN4CRpAQ9kbFx9UwAF_5UB7i0aq3I?e=pIFF2p" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Start-up of the Year</strong>​</a><em>(Open exclusively to Start-ups): </em>Recognizing outstanding independent start-ups established within the past five years that demonstrate innovation, entrepreneurial excellence, and strong growth potential. Eligible applicants must not be subsidiaries or branches of corporate entities.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">✨ <strong>Nomination Deadline</strong>: COB, Monday, 5 October 2026.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><em>Submit your nomination </em></strong><a href="https://gbavnm-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/maianh_gba-vietnam_org/IgAK46vH6Gf7Q7QYmWpfsIfgAWi0I05w7j9gkFs9v8xANz8?e=Xe3EBP" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong><em>&gt;&gt;&gt;here </em></strong>​</a><strong><em>today and take the first step toward becoming a finalist at the GBA Business Awards 2026!</em></strong></span>

<a href="https://gba-vietnam.org/eventer/gba-gala-dinner-business-awards-2026/selection-process_business-awards-2026-2/" rel="attachment wp-att-51439"><img class="size-large wp-image-51439 aligncenter" title="Selection Process Business Awards 2026 (2)" src="https://gba-vietnam.org/wp-content/uploads/Selection-Process_Business-Awards-2026-2-1024x512.png" alt="Selection Process Business Awards 2026 (2)" width="1024" height="512" /></a>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The GBA Business Awards 2026 will recognize <strong>21 finalists</strong> across four award categories:</span>
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 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Top 21 Finalists</strong> will deliver live pitches at the GBA Business Awards Night 2026 and proudly represent GBA at the EuroCham Business Awards 2026 on 9 December 2026, consisting of:</span></li>
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<p class="ql-indent-1"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">⁘ Top 18 Finalists (3 Large Enterprises &amp; 3 SMEs in each of the following categories):</span></p>

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 	<li class="ql-indent-1"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Green Business of the Year</span></li>
 	<li class="ql-indent-1"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Business Innovation</span></li>
 	<li class="ql-indent-1"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Community Impact</span></li>
</ul>
<p class="ql-indent-1"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">⁘ Top 3 Finalists from the newly introduced Start-up of the Year category.</span></p>

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 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Top 7 Finalists </strong>(1 LE &amp; 1 SME per category &amp; 1 start-up) - Winners will be selected through a combination of judging panel evaluation and audience voting during the Gala Dinner.</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">⭐<strong>SAVE THE DATE</strong></span>
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 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Date: </strong>Friday, 20 November 2026 | <strong>Time: </strong>6 PM - 10 PM</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Venue: </strong><a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sgnjs-jw-marriott-hotel-and-suites-saigon/overview/?fbclid=IwY2xjawS5lFBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFXTmVxMU5WUFR5WFBWUWlWc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjlYCn46WmZOyqG0kdMueW_KTYm9_cOUUxh9Bv3Edw11_klyxqvgllpttRFO_aem_gOj_qeXYmn0YpFHmGjRFkg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">JW Marriott Hotel &amp; Suites Saigon​</a>, Saigon Corner Hai Ba Trung Street &amp; Le Duan Blvd., Saigon Ward, HCMC</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Dress code: </strong>Black Tie</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">⭐<strong> TICKET PRICES</strong></span>
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 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>GBA Members:</strong> Early Bird: 2,500,000 VND/person | Standard: 3,000,000 VND/person</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Non-Members:</strong> Early Bird: 3,500,000 VND/person | Standard: 4,000,000 VND/person</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em>*Early bird rates are available by COB, 20 October, 2026</em></span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Don't miss your chance to be part of this milestone celebration - secure your seat today!</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">✨Your ticket includes exclusive event access, fine dining &amp; free-flow beverages, high-profile industry leaders, innovative business showcase, live pitches and audience voting.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">⭐ <strong>Sponsorship Opportunities Available: </strong>Position your brand alongside one of the German business community's most prestigious annual events. A range of sponsorship packages is available, offering valuable brand visibility and engagement opportunities before, during, and after the event.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><em>Secure your sponsorship package by COB, 5 November 2026 </em></strong><em>👉 </em><strong><em>Explore the sponsorship packages and benefits </em></strong><a href="https://gba-vietnam.org/wp-content/uploads/Member-Sponsorship-Package_Business-Awards-2026-1.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong><em>&gt;&gt;&gt;here.</em></strong>​</a></span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring exquisite cuisine, premium beverages, inspiring entertainment, and exceptional networking opportunities as we celebrate the achievements of this year's finalists and winners.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">For any inquiries regarding nominations, sponsorship opportunities, or participation, please contact us at <a href="mailto:maianh@gba-vietnam.org" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>email</strong></a> or +84 903 720 788 (Ms. Mai Anh)</span>

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