Are you the next global tech innovator?

The DPW Awards are an annual competition that celebrates the most innovative tech companies around the globe in procurement and supply chain that have the potential to change the course of our industry.

Apply by Wednesday, August 13 for the 2025 edition

Choose Your Track

Early Stage💡

From MVP to Early Traction

$0 - $2M in ARR

Growth Stage 🚀

From Scaling to Enterprise-Ready

$2M - $10M in ARR

The road to the Grand Finale

JUL 1

Applications Open 📝

Global startups, let the race begin!

AUG 13

Applications Close 🚫

Last chance to apply – no exceptions!

AUG 14

Qualification Round 🎯

Internal review to shortlist top entries

AUG 20

Judging Begins ✍️

Expert panel evaluates shortlisted startups

SEPT 12

Finalists Revealed 👏

Meet the Top 6 taking the stage!

OCT 8

The Grand Finale 🚀

The Top 6 battle it out on the DPW Main Stage

OCT 9

Winners Announced🏅

Top 2 crowned at the DPW Awards Ceremony

From pitch to press — step into the spotlight. Winning a DPW Award means global
visibility, media exposure, and your moment to shine.

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Your story could be the next headline.

Introducing our expert jury

Marika Lindstrom

Chief Procurement Officer

Keurig Dr Pepper

Dan Bartel

Chief Procurement Officer

American Airlines

Tigran Avakian

Chief Procurement Officer

Gap

Michiel Junge

Partner Sourcing & Procurement

Deloitte

Paula Glickenhaus

Chief Procurement Officer

Bristol Myers Squibb

Klaus Staubitzer

Chief Procurement Officer

Siemens

Lars Bettermann

Chief Procurement Officer

Bridgestone

Alex Droznik

Chief Procurement Officer

Foot Locker

Rajeev Aggarwal

Senior Vice President, Integrated Supply Chain

Honeywell Advanced Materials

Irina Poliakov

Head of Procurement

AppsFlyer

Carmo Ferreira Da Silva

Investment Manager

Bright Pixel

Clare Greenan

Vice President

Goldman Sachs Growth Equity

Dhruv Bansal

Vice President

VMG Partners

Sivapriya Ramachandran

Founder & General Partner

Foster Ventures

Camilla Borsani

Ph.D. Candidate

Politecnico di Milano

Klaus Garrido Tenorio

Ph.D. Candidate

Erasmus University Rotterdam

Ready to make your mark?

Need help? Reach out to our Awards Team: awards@dpw.ai

APPLY NOW - DEADLINE AUGUST 13

Frequently asked questions

What are the DPW Awards?

Previously known as DEMO, the DPW Awards are the next chapter in our global search for the most innovative, tech-powered startups transforming procurement and supply chain. We’re scaling the vision, adding new categories, and creating an even bigger platform for bold founders to shine.

Whether you’re early in your journey or scaling fast, this is your chance to pitch live on center stage at DPW Amsterdam 2025 — in front of 5,000+ enterprise leaders, investors, and innovators.

Who can apply or be nominated?

We’re looking for startups with breakthrough solutions and the power to drive real impact in the enterprise.
Apply under one of two categories:

• Early Stage – From MVP to ~$2M ARR
• Growth Stage – From $2M to ~$10M ARR

Note: Future editions will introduce additional categories, including awards for corporates and impact-driven ventures.

Is there a cost to apply for the awards?

No. Applications are free for all eligible startups.

Who can apply or be nominated?

We’re looking for startups with breakthrough solutions and the power to drive real impact in the enterprise.

Apply under one of two categories:
Early Stage – From MVP to ~$2M ARR
Growth Stage – From $2M to ~$10M ARR

Note: Future editions will introduce additional categories, including awards for corporates and impact-driven ventures.

Is there a cost to apply for the awards?

No. Applications are free for all eligible startups.

What if I have more questions?

Please email awards@dpw.ai

From winners to industry leaders

These winning startups went on to shape the future of procurement and supply chain.

Join Your Peers

This was one of the highest quality events I’ve been involved in. Since the event, we have already been reached by five enterprises, all $10B+ revenue.

Kaspar Korjus, CEO & Co-Founder, Pactum AI