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AN EVENT SUPPLEMENT OF GLOBAL ENTERPRISE CONNECT | HABTOOR PALACE HOTEL, DUBAI
14 OCTOBER 2024
GEC AWARDS 2024 SHINES SPOTLIGHT ON TECH LEADERS AND INNOVATORS The GEC Awards 2024, held at Habtoor Palace Hotel on the evening of the 14th under the theme of “Retro Tech,” recognized outstanding contributions across multiple categories in the tech industry. Here’s a summary of the evening: • Top Distributors: Recognized leading distributors who have driven the true vision of the channel. • Top Resellers: Honored value-added resellers who have excelled in the channel by delivering integrated solutions. • Innovative Vendors: Celebrated vendors who brought significant changes to the ICT landscape in 2024 through innovation. • Top Project Executions: Applauded those who have delivered exceptional technology projects, positively impacting the industry. • Top System Integrators: Recognized for their unparalleled service portfolios and cutting-edge unique selling propositions (USPs). • Top MSPs- Recognized the leading service providers who have demonstrated excellence in delivering managed IT and security solutions. The evening was filled with glitz, glamour, and vibrant performances, including a captivating dance that showcased the fusion of technology and art. Ronak Samantaray, CoFounder and CEO of GEC (Global Enterprise Connect), opened the event with an inspiring keynote address, setting the stage for the night’s celebrations and unveiling the new brand identity. Jeevan Thankappan, Managing Editor, annonced exciting new initiatives, including the launch of the region’s first AI magazine, The AI Times, and a wellness magazine titled BlueVerve, along with a brand-new digital platform, GEC Newswire. The Retro Tech Night added a sophisticated, nostalgic flair to the proceedings, with rhythm and melodies enhancing the event’s energy. A special thanks went to the event’s partners, which included Dell Technologies, Sudo, Lexar, Zscaler, Positive Technologies, Check Point, SolarWinds, Bulwark Technologies, emt Distributions, Secureworks, Tech First Gulf Distribution, Mindware, Mitsumi Distribution, StorIT, StarLink, LinkShadow, Pure Storage, Help AG, Ingram Micro, NetApp, Zoho, Asbis, Seagate, Finesse, and Redington. The GEC Awards 2024 not only celebrated present achievements but also offered a glimpse into the future, where GEC aims to bring the community together under one roof, blending business discourse with entertainment in a seamless and harmonious manner.