UAtech’s jury panel is composed of invited professionals who bring a diverse range of expertise across technology, business, investment, creative industries, and global innovation. Because our competitions take place in multiple countries and attract founders from various sectors, our selection process emphasizes broad professional experience, strategic insight, and the ability to evaluate early-stage ideas from multiple perspectives.
Jury members are chosen based on their demonstrated expertise in their respective fields, their contributions to professional or entrepreneurial communities, and their capacity to provide informed, objective feedback to founders. This includes individuals with backgrounds in venture capital, startup development, product innovation, marketing and brand strategy, digital transformation, operations, consulting, and leadership roles across global organizations. Many of our jurors are active mentors, advisors, speakers, and industry contributors whose knowledge helps founders refine their ideas and prepare for international markets.
Participation on the UAtech jury is by invitation and is reserved for professionals who have established a strong record of achievement, thought leadership, or influence within their domain. Each juror is selected for their ability to assess innovation, market potential, clarity of vision, and the overall strength of a founder’s application. This cross-disciplinary approach ensures a balanced and comprehensive evaluation process across all UAtech events throughout the season.
Professional Qualifications and Selection Framework for UAtech Jurors
1. Professional Expertise in a Relevant Field
Jury members must demonstrate established professional experience (typically 5+ years) in one or more of the following areas:
- Investment, venture funding, or entrepreneurship
- Marketing, branding, communications
- Business strategy or consulting
- Technology, digital innovation, or product development
- Community building or ecosystem development
- Corporate leadership or operations
- Creative industries (media, design, storytelling, culture) that support brand or audience growth
2. Recognized Contribution to Their Professional Community
Candidates must show evidence of professional recognition such as:
- Speaking at conferences, workshops, or industry events
- Mentoring professionals, founders, or students
- Publishing expert content, thought leadership, educational materials, or public commentary
- Leading initiatives within professional associations or organizations
- Being invited as specialists to panels, trainings, or advisory groups
3. Ability to Provide Objective, High-Quality Evaluation
The jury must consist of individuals who can:
- Assess ideas, presentations, and business potential from a professional standpoint
- Provide constructive and unbiased feedback
- Apply a structured evaluation rubric (innovation, clarity, market understanding, storytelling, etc.)
- Support founders with cross-industry insights
4. Cross-Cultural or International Experience
Given UAtech’s global format, we prioritize candidates with experience in:
- Working internationally or across diverse markets
- Engaging multicultural audiences
- Understanding global trends in business, media, or innovation
5. Demonstrated Ethical Standards
All jury members must:
- Confirm impartiality
- Disclose conflicts of interest
- Follow UAtech’s evaluation principles and professional guidelines
6. Selective Invitation Process
While the number of jurors varies per event, every jury member is individually invited based on:
- Professional achievements
- Alignment with UAtech’s values
- Ability to contribute meaningful feedback to founders
- Verified public presence and reputation
UAtech does not accept open volunteer applications; participation is invitation-only and based on professional merit.
