The IPS Awards 2025 is a prestigious global recognition platform celebrating outstanding achievements in real estate development, architecture, sustainability, proptech, brokerage, and leadership. This annual awards ceremony brings together industry pioneers, top executives, and innovators who are shaping the future of real estate.

Award Categories

🏆 Corporate Awards

Real Estate Developer of the Year

This category honors a distinguished real estate development firm that has shown exceptional performance, innovation, and leadership in the industry over the past year. 

Criteria:  

Subject  Percentage
  • Projects: A diverse portfolio of successful real estate projects, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments and showcase up to three of your company’s most notable development projects, including year developed, type, location and photos. 

 

30% 

  • Innovation: Highlight how your company's innovative approach and unique portfolio set it apart from other top developers. Describe your strategies for adapting to evolving workforce needs, technology, and wellness goals. 

 

30% 

  • Sustainability: Incorporation of sustainability into the development and construction of buildings.  

 

30% 

  • Certifications/awards received  
10% 

 

Sustainable Building Project of the Year

Honoring projects that set new benchmarks in sustainability and environmental responsibility.

This category rewards a completed building that have been operational for at least 12 months (Hotel, Commercial, Residential, School, Healthcare Building, Public Building, etc). 

Criteria:  

Subject  Percentage  
  • Using modern technologies and innovative practices in project planning, design, implementation, and management   
30% 
  • The project meets the highest sustainability standards (societal, economic, and environmental, etc.) 

 

35% 

  • Achieving the project’s planned objectives (quality, time, cost) 

 

35% 

Property Management Company of the Year

Acknowledging excellence in property maintenance, tenant relations, and financial management.

This award honors companies that excel in property maintenance, tenant relations, financial management, and overall operational efficiency, contributing to the long-term success and sustainability of the properties they manage 

Criteria:  

Subject  Percentage 
  • Property Maintenance: This criterion evaluates the company's commitment to maintaining the physical integrity and aesthetics of managed properties. 
25% 
  • Tenant Relations: This criterion focuses on the company’s ability to foster positive relationships with tenants, ensuring satisfaction and community engagement. 

 

25% 

  • Financial Management: This criterion measures the company’s ability to manage financial aspects effectively, ensuring profitability and sustainability. 

 

25% 

  • Operational Efficiency: This criterion examines the overall efficiency of operations, including technology use and staff management, which contribute to smooth property management. 
25% 

 

Facility Management Company of the Year

Highlighting operational efficiency, customer service, and sustainability in facility management.

This award honors a company renowned for its exemplary reputation and proven ability to deliver exceptional service. It recognizes outstanding contributions to the Facility Management industry, emphasizing improvements in operational efficiency, innovative processes, employee engagement, environmental responsibility, strong financial performance, and consistent customer satisfaction. 

Criteria:  

Subject  Percentage 
  • Operational Efficiency: Evaluates the company's ability to streamline processes and achieve effective results. It looks at initiatives for improving workflows and the metrics used to measure success, reflecting a commitment to continuous improvement. 
25% 
  • Innovation: Evaluates the company’s ability to introduce new processes and technologies. It examines innovative initiatives and adaptability to industry changes, highlighting a focus on creativity and forward-thinking. 

 

25% 

  • Environmental Consciousness: Measures the company’s commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices. It evaluates initiatives that reduce environmental impact and any relevant certifications, showcasing dedication to responsible operations. 

 

25% 

  • Industry Reputation: Analysis the company’s standing in the Facility Management sector, considering awards and customer testimonials.  
25% 

 

Architecture Firm of the Year

Recognizing innovative and visionary architectural design that redefines urban landscapes.

This award honors exceptional architectural concepts that transform design through innovative use of technologies, materials, programs, aesthetics, and spatial arrangements. It also considers how these ideas address globalization, flexibility, adaptability, and the impact of the digital revolution. 

Criteria:  

Subject  Percentage
  • Design Excellence refers to the quality and aesthetic of the designed form and structure of the firm’s projects 
25% 
  • Innovation & Contribution refers to the new technologies, special solutions that the firm uses to solve problems, and achieve the goals and purpose of the projects 
25% 
  • Sustainability: Incorporates eco-friendly practices and materials, minimizing environmental impact. 

 

25% 

  • Expertise refers to the firm’s ability to carry out complex projects effectively. The firm is able to unify multiple areas of knowledge and fit together specific areas of know-how. Expertise also refers to proof of public recognition: awards, achievements and positive publicity. 

 

25% 

 

PropTech Company of the Year

Celebrating technological advancements that are transforming the real estate industry.

This award recognizes a Prop-Tech company that has demonstrated exceptional innovation, growth, and impact in the real estate industry. Nominees should showcase advancements in technology that improve property management, enhance user experience, streamline transactions, or transform real estate practices. The winner will be celebrated for their visionary solutions, market influence, and commitment to driving positive change in the property technology landscape. 

Criteria:  

Subject  Percentage
  • Diverse projects and innovation in technology solutions that advance the real estate industry 
30% 
  • Strategies to attract business, growth metrics over time, and the retention of existing clients 

 

30% 

  • Initiatives aimed at client relationships and engagement, methods for measuring satisfaction, and examples of long-term partnerships. 

 

30% 

  • Awards or recognitions received for innovative projects or contributions to the industry. 
10% 

 

🏅 Individual Awards

Real Estate CEO of the Year

Honoring visionary leadership and impactful contributions in the real estate sector.

This award is open to real estate developer founders or C level executives. Entrants for this award should be able to articulate their personal philosophy about leadership, the values they hold and the work they do to embody those values across their organisation and more broadly.  

Criteria: 

Subject  Percentage
  • Exceptional leadership in developing and mentoring teams, engaging newcomers, and committing to staff growth. Provides examples of overcoming obstacles and achieving successful outcomes through strong team leadership. 
25% 
  • Achieves outstanding results in company operations, setting and exceeding goals. Includes specific examples of initiatives 

 

25% 

  • Details on events involvement, awards, or recognitions received over the past year. 

 

25% 

  • Engages in meaningful community service related to property management, such as training, volunteering, or authoring. 
25% 

 

Real Estate Women Leader of the Year

Recognizing female leaders breaking barriers and driving success in real estate.

This award will go to the woman whose successes stand out above all others. An exceptional figure, she will have achieved at the highest level and shown qualities of outstanding skill, judgement and professional expertise. we are looking for one outstanding individual and role model who has a proven track record of success, is doing remarkable work and making a difference to others. From breaking glass ceilings, to building a vibrant business, to changing attitudes in the industry. 

Criteria:  

Subject  Percentage
  • Showcase outstanding success and innovation in her field whether through achievement, pioneering projects, positively impacts her industry or community 
40% 
  • Makes a significant difference through mentorship, advocacy, or community work 

 

30% 

  • Awards, or recognitions received over the past year. 
30% 

 

Broker of the Year

Celebrating exceptional real estate brokerage professionals.

This award recognizes an individual broker based on the impact in the commercial real estate industry, and the value they bring to their clients. 

Criteria:  

Subject  Percentage 
  • Achievements and influence within the commercial real estate sector in 2024, including successful deals 

 

40% 

  • Provides outstanding service and value to clients, including exceptional client relationships, strategic insights, and impactful solutions 

 

30% 

  • Shows creativity and adaptability in responding to market changes, leveraging new technologies, or implementing innovative strategies that enhance business performance and client outcomes. 

 

30% 

 

Emirati Women Leader of the Year

Honoring an Emirati female leader who has made a remarkable impact in real estate.

This award will go to the woman whose successes stand out above all others. An exceptional figure, she will have achieved at the highest level and shown qualities of outstanding skill, judgement and professional expertise. we are looking for one outstanding individual and role model who has a proven track record of success, is doing remarkable work and making a difference to others. From breaking glass ceilings, to building a vibrant business, to changing attitudes in the industry. 

Criteria:  

Subject  Percentage
  • Showcase outstanding success and innovation in her field whether through achievement, pioneering projects, positively impacts her industry or community 
40% 
  • Makes a significant difference through mentorship, advocacy, or community work 

 

30% 

  • Awards, or recognitions received over the past year. 
30% 

 

 

Emirati Broker of the Year

Recognizing outstanding Emirati professionals in real estate brokerage.

This award recognizes an Emirati individual broker based on the impact in the commercial real estate industry, and the value they bring to their clients. 

Criteria:  

Subject  Percentage
  • Achievements and influence within the commercial real estate sector in 2024, including successful deals 

 

40% 

  • Provides outstanding service and value to clients, including exceptional client relationships, strategic insights, and impactful solutions 

 

30% 

  • Shows creativity and adaptability in responding to market changes, leveraging new technologies, or implementing innovative strategies that enhance business performance and client outcomes. 

 

30% 

 

  • Innovation & Technology
  • Sustainability & Impact
  • Market Growth & Leadership
  • Execution & Operational Excellence
  • Client Success & Industry Recognition