The 11th ECI International Digital Innovation Festival β Greater Bay Area
Held across Macau, Hong Kong, and the Greater Bay Area from January 14β20, 2026, bringing together innovators, policymakers, and industry leaders.
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The International Entrepreneurs, Creatives & Innovators Association (IECIA) is a global organization dedicated to advancing the digital economy through meaningful innovation.
Founded in 2014, IECIA has grown into a worldwide community connecting entrepreneurs, creative professionals, and innovators across industries and borders. We believe that true innovation is measured not by novelty alone, but by its effectiveness β the tangible impact it creates in business, society, and human experience.
Through our awards programs, international festivals, academy initiatives, and youth development platforms, we identify, celebrate, and accelerate the innovators who are shaping the future of the global digital economy.
We measure innovation by its real-world impact, not just its novelty.
Connecting innovators across continents, cultures, and industries.
Using cutting-edge approaches to advance the most creative minds.
Nurturing young talent and future-ready skills through education and mentorship.
The world's first innovation award centered on the "Effectiveness of Innovation" β recognizing cases, individuals, and organizations that create genuine application value in the digital economy.
Outstanding digital innovation applications across industries β from AI and fintech to sustainable design and creative media.
Annual recognition of innovative entrepreneurs, chief innovation officers, women leaders, and impact pioneers.
Recognizing companies and institutions driving digital transformation and global innovation.
Applications for the 2026 ECI Awards are now open.
Submit Your EntryHeld across Macau, Hong Kong, and the Greater Bay Area from January 14β20, 2026, bringing together innovators, policymakers, and industry leaders.
Read More →Co-hosted with the Macau Audio-Visual Association, exploring AI democratization and innovation.
Read More →The Hong Kong Management Association hosted the ECI Innovation Forum, connecting regional leaders with global perspectives.
Read More →The annual International Digital Innovation Festival β a global gathering of minds exploring the future of technology, business, and society.
Held across the Greater Bay Area β Macau, Hong Kong, and Guangdong β connecting innovators across one of the world's most dynamic economic regions.
Greater Bay AreaBuilding a future where humanity and technology coexist in harmony. Exploring AI governance, sustainable innovation, and the human-centered digital economy.
Digital SymbiosisCelebrating cross-cultural innovation and the power of global collaboration in the digital age.
Innovation Without BordersGlobal learning programs connecting innovators with world-class institutions, industry experts, and hands-on experiences across continents.
"Exploring New Horizons" β A five-country European innovation industry matchmaking program connecting Asian and European innovators.
Europe • 5 CountriesImmersive learning program exploring circular economy models, sustainable business practices, and Dutch innovation ecosystems.
Netherlands • SustainabilityESG-focused program at University of Cambridge, combining academic rigor with industry immersion in sustainable business.
UK • Cambridge • ESGNorth American Innovation Tour at Stanford University, connecting entrepreneurs with Silicon Valley's innovation ecosystem.
USA • Stanford • Silicon ValleyECI Young is our platform for the next generation of innovators β young entrepreneurs, creators, and changemakers who are redefining what's possible.
Through competitions, mentorship programs, and global networking events, ECI Young provides emerging talent with the resources, visibility, and connections they need to turn bold ideas into real-world impact.
Organizations and institutions that share our vision for innovation-driven progress.
Interested in partnering with IECIA?
Become a PartnerWhether you're an innovator seeking recognition, an organization looking to partner, or simply curious about our work β we'd love to hear from you.