These Terms and Conditions of Global Business Excellence Awards (“GBE”) Nomination (“Terms”) govern the process of submitting nominations for the GBE Awards (the “Award”) proudly presented by Dhunicorn (the “Award Organizer”). By submitting a nomination for the Award, you (“Nominee” or “Nominator”) agree to comply with these Terms.

1. Eligibility

1.1 Nominees must meet the eligibility criteria specified by the Award Organizer in the Global Business Excellence Award Application and Declaration Form.

1.2 The Global Business Excellence Award Application and Declaration Form must be duly signed by the authorized personnel with the highest ranking of the company.

2. Nomination Process
   

2.1 Nominations must be submitted by [the deadline] as specified by the Award Organizer.

2.2 Nominees may be required to provide certain information and materials as part of the nomination process.

2.3 Incomplete or late nominations may be disqualified at the discretion of the Award Organizer.

2.4 All submitted Global Business Excellence Award Application and Declaration Form, as well as any submitted or accompanying materials will not be returned and shall remain as the property of the Award Organizer.

3. Judging Criteria
   

3.1 Nominations will be evaluated based on the criteria established by the Award Organizer. These criteria may include but are not limited to, excellence, innovation, impact, or contribution to the field.

3.2 The judges’ decisions are final. No inquiry or appeal in any form of communication will be entertained. The nominees at any phase, shall not resort to court proceedings to review the judge’s decision.

4. Nominee’s Responsibilities
   

4.1 Nominees are responsible for providing accurate and truthful information in their nominations.

4.2 Nominees must obtain any necessary permissions or consents from organizations mentioned in the nomination.

4.3 Nominees must be available to participate in any award-related activities or events if selected as finalists or winners.

5. Nomination Fees
   

5.1 A nomination fee of [Fee Amount] may be required for each nomination. Payment instructions and methods will be provided by the Award Organizer.

5.2 Nomination fees are non-refundable, except at the discretion of the Award Organizer.

6. Confidentiality and Data Usage
   

6.1 The Award Organizer will handle all information provided in nominations with care and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

6.2 The Award Organizer may use the information provided for promotional and publicity purposes related to the Award.

7. Intellectual Property Rights
   7.1 By submitting a nomination, Nominees grant the Award Organizer a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use any intellectual property (e.g., photographs, videos, written materials) submitted as part of the nomination for Award-related purposes.
   
   
8. Selection Process
   8.1 The selection process will be conducted by a panel of judges appointed by the Award Organizer. The judges’ decisions are final and binding.
   
   
9. Notification and Publicity
   9.1 Nominees will be notified of their nomination status by [Notification Date]. Nominees and winners may be publicized by the Award Organizer through various channels.
   
   
10. Prizes and Awards
    10.1 Details of the prizes, awards, or recognition will be provided separately by the Award Organizer.
    
    
11. Disqualification
    

11.1 Nominations may be disqualified if they do not comply with these Terms or the eligibility criteria in 1.1.

11.2 Incomplete or post-deadline entry will automatically be declined.

11.3 False, fraudulent, and omitted information, documentation, or materials discovered even after the Awards Ceremony, accordingly, the awarded Awards and the recognition of both the nominee and the company will be revoked automatically. The Awards Statuette must be returned at the cost of the disqualified nominee and/or the company. In addition, all costs incurred throughout the process of Awards nomination will be forfeited.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

12.1 These Terms are governed by the laws of Malaysia. Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Malaysia.

13. Changes to Terms and Conditions

13.1 The Award Organizer reserves the right to modify these Terms. Any changes will be communicated to Nominators and Nominees through the Award Organizer’s website or other appropriate channels.

By submitting a nomination for the Award, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to these Terms and Conditions of Award Nomination.

Last updated on 06 October 2023.