Overview
FutureMart Awards 2025
FutureMart Awards 2025 is where the region’s hypermarket and supermarket community come together to recognize those making a real difference in how we shop, connect, and grow.
Clap4Brands, the awards arm of Scribe Minds & Media, is the proud engine behind the FutureMart Awards, recognizing progress in all its forms, whether it’s a store championing sustainability, a leader redefining customer experience, or a team bringing fresh ideas to the shelves.
Our goal is simple: to shine a light on the organizations who are inspiring the sector and setting examples others can follow. Recognition here isn’t about size or fame, it’s about impact, innovation, and heart.
If you believe in what you’ve built, or you know a store, leader, or initiative worth celebrating, this is your chance to share their story and have it recognized on the FutureMart stage, in front of the region’s most passionate retail community.
Why apply for the FutureMart Awards 2025?
Be Seen as a Leader
Showcase your work in front of the entire GCC’s supermarket and hypermarket community, from decision-makers to innovators.
Strengthen Brand Credibility
Independent, industry-specific recognition that reinforces trust among customers and stakeholders.
Inspire the Industry
Your practices, whether in sustainability, customer experience, or innovation, can become the benchmark for others.
Leverage Recognition for Growth
Use the accolade to attract partnerships, and open new business opportunities.
Celebrate Your Team’s Contribution
Acknowledge and reward the people driving your success.
Who can apply?
To ensure the highest standards of recognition, all applicants must meet the following:
Must be an active hypermarket, supermarket, grocery retailer serving the GCC market.
Achievements or innovations submitted should have been implemented or demonstrated impact within the last 24 months.
Entries must provide measurable results or clear evidence of contribution to the industry.
How are winners selected?
The FutureMart Awards follow a transparent, fair, and merit-based selection process to ensure credibility and recognition for true excellence in the hypermarket and supermarket sector.
Application & Nomination
Organisations and individuals can submit entries directly or be nominated by industry peers or partners. Each submission must include relevant details, supporting evidence, and measurable outcomes.
Eligibility Screening
All entries are reviewed to ensure they meet the award category criteria and are based in the GCC region.
Evaluation by Expert Jury
A panel of respected industry leaders, retail experts, and senior executives will assess all eligible entries. Judging is based on set parameters such as innovation, impact, execution, sustainability, and scalability.
Final Selection & Announcement
Winners in each category are chosen based on jury scores The awards will be presented live at FutureMart 2025, celebrating the best in the hypermarket and supermarket industry.
Awards Categories
“The Digital Trolley Award” Innovation & Technology
Recognising retailers that have revolutionised operations, customer experience, or backend processes through innovative technologies.
Subcategories
- Game-changing tech adoption & Digital transformation initiatives
- Data-driven retail operations
- AI & automation in store operations
“The Green Basket Award” Sustainability & ESG
Celebrating businesses that lead the way in environmental responsibility and sustainable retail practices.
Subcategories
- Sustainable store layouts & Use of sustainable materials
- Zero waste initiatives
- Community impact projects
“The Golden Aisle Award” Customer Experience & Brand
Honouring brands that deliver exceptional shopping experiences and build strong customer loyalty.
Subcategories
- Unique in-store experiences
- Customer loyalty programs
- Seamless omnichannel experience
“The Perfect Shelf Award” Supply Chain & Operations Excellence
Awarded to organisations that excel in delivering efficient, reliable, and transparent supply chain operations.
Subcategories
- Smart supply chain management
- Cold chain excellence
“The Expansion Express Award” Growth & Market Leadership
Recognising businesses that have demonstrated significant growth, market dominance, or successful new market entries.
Subcategories
- Store network expansion & New format/store launches
- Market share growth & Revenue & profitability growth
“The Retail Crown Award” Leadership & Excellence
Honouring individuals and teams that have shown outstanding leadership and contribution to the sector.
Subcategories
- Emerging leaders
- Visionary leadership in retail
“The Aisle Allies Award” People & Culture
Celebrating organisations that prioritise their people and create inclusive, empowering workplaces.
Subcategories
- Employee retention excellence & Staff training & career growth
- Diversity & inclusion initiatives
- Female leadership development
“The Shopper’s Favourite Award” Public Choice
The people’s voice, awarded to the supermarket or hypermarket most loved by the general public.
“FutureMart 2025 Top 10 Leaders Awards”
Exclusive recognition of the top 10 leaders (CEO) in the sector.
