CEVF Awards 2025

Awarding the best representatives of the startup ecosystem, venture market, and technology business in Central Eurasia. The winners in 10 categories will be announced during the final day of the Central Eurasian Venture Forum 2025.

June 5 | Swissotel Almaty

Nominations

Each CEVF Awards nomination is more than just recognition of achievements. It is a symbol of progress, a reflection of contributions to the development of technology, investment, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem. We celebrate not just success but the people, companies, and ideas that are changing the game.

Most Active Business Angel 2025

Those who don’t just invest but create the future

This award is for a business angel who embraces risk, believes in the potential of new ideas, and has made the most impactful investments of the year. These are individuals who go beyond providing capital—they become mentors, supporters, and catalysts for startup growth.

Newcomer Angel 2025

This nomination is for those who made their first investments as business angels in 2025. They have just entered the venture game but are already eager to support innovation and transform industries. Their fresh perspective and ambition could be the key to groundbreaking technological advancements.

Every great journey begins with a first step

Best Financial Institution 2025

Money is not the goal—it’s a tool for change

This award honors financial institutions that do more than manage capital—they direct it where progress is born. It recognizes those who help startups not just survive but scale, building a solid foundation for the growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Fastest Growing Startup 2025

This nomination is for startups that have made a true breakthrough over the past year—rapidly increasing revenue, user base, or investment volume. These are companies that don’t wait for the right moment; they create it themselves.

Boundaries exist to be overcome

Discovery of the year

What seems impossible today becomes the standard tomorrow

This award recognizes startups and projects that have introduced revolutionary technological solutions. New ideas, unexpected discoveries, and innovations capable of transforming entire industries—these are the companies we seek in this category.

ESG Leader 2025

This nomination honors companies that prove sustainable development is not just a trend but a path to a better future. It celebrates environmental initiatives, social projects, and contributions that make the world fairer and more sustainable.

Responsibility is the new currency of successful business

Best Tech Media 2025

Stories change reality when told by the right people

This award recognizes media outlets that provide the deepest insights into the tech ecosystem, startups, and venture investments. These are the publications and platforms that create context, shape trends, and inspire thousands of entrepreneurs.

Best Ecosystem Player 2025

This nomination is for accelerators, tech hubs, venture studios, and other key players who create an environment where startups don’t just survive but thrive. It’s about support, access to knowledge, and opportunities for scaling.

One startup can change the world, but an ecosystem creates the conditions for it to survive

The Best Venture Fund 2025

This award honors venture funds that have made the most impactful deals and had the greatest influence on the startup ecosystem. It recognizes vision, strategy, and support for entrepreneurs who are changing the world.

Investing is not just about allocating capital, but about helping to build the future

Best Corporate Innovation Strategy 2025

A company that doesn’t just follow trends but shapes the future through innovation

Best Startup from CEVF Alley 2025

The best of the best

This nomination is for startups showcased at CEVF Startup Alley. They didn’t just participate in the forum—they stood out, proved their value, and captured the attention of investors and the market.

Voting will open on the day of the event

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