Organizer 

Radical Innovation Foundation / The Hardy Group

Location 

Global

Deadline

August 3, 2026

Competition Category

PROJECT - Professional
PROJECT - Student
TECHNOLOGY - Product

Eligibility 

Open to both students and professionals

Entry Fee 

Professional Fee
$250.00
Student - Must have a valid student ID Fee
$0.00

Prizes/Awards

Cash Prize: $5,000
Jury mentorship and feedback
Networking opportunities
Industry exposure
Scholarship opportunities for student winners

Core Introduction 

Founded in 2006, Radical Innovation is an annual design competition focusing on hospitality and travel industry innovation. 2026 marks the 20th anniversary. The competition brings together global innovators—designers, developers, operators, investors, and students—to challenge creative thinkers and design visionaries to pioneer innovations that shape the future of hospitality and travel. Winners receive mentorship, exposure, and networking from a jury of hospitality industry innovators.