The fifth edition of the RTIH Innovation Awards is now open for entries.

The awards celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world and include a FinTech of the Year category.

Deadline for 2023 submissions is Friday, October 27, with winners being revealed at an exclusive event at the Barbican in central London on Wednesday, November 29.

Entries are free and you can submit in multiple categories.

FinTech of the Year category

New for 2023, this award will go to a FinTech firm that has produced stand out work with a retailer or brand during the past 12 months.

The winning entry will detail how the innovative aspects of the FinTech’s product or service met customer needs and requirements.

What are the product/service’s unique selling points and what differentiates it from the competition? How did it help the client’s business unleash its full potential?

For all entry related queries, email: scott.thompson@retailtechinnovationhub.com

RTIH Editor, Scott Thompson, says: “Innovation and technology play a critical role in the success of the retail sector, so it is great to recognise standout examples through our awards.”

“Thanks to all those who entered the 2022 event. We received a record number of submissions and many fantastic examples of the continued resilience and dynamism of the retail space during hugely challenging times.”

“I’m excited to launch the fifth edition of the awards. The 2023 event will be the biggest and best yet.”

Who will be judging the 2023 RTIH Innovation Awards?

• Technology and Business Transformation Director, Start-Rite Shoes, Mike Cadden 
• Director, International Digital (EMEA, LAC & AP), Starbucks, Peter Waugh
• Chief Digital Officer, Boots, Paula Bobbett
• Global Insight Leader, IGD, Toby Pickard 
• Technology Transformation Leader at EY, Retail and Consumer Products, Matt Taylor 
• Investor, Compass Digital Ventures, Amodini Chhabra 
• Supply Chain Advisor and Delivery Executive, Gary Newbury 
• Marketing Director, Selfridges , Nadine Neatrour
• Co-Founder/President, Unified Brand Experience Lab, David Polinchock