Open to individuals with less than five years of experience in privacy, security, compliance, or data ethics who are already making a significant impact in their field. Entrants should demonstrate leadership potential, creative problem-solving, or early career achievements that set them apart.

Recognizes creators of standout content, books, articles, podcasts, newsletters, or other media—that have contributed meaningfully to the public or professional understanding of privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, or AI ethics. Submissions should show originality, relevance, and measurable reach or influence.

Awarded to an organization that has implemented a robust and proactive privacy program with demonstrable results. Entries should highlight strategy, scalability, team involvement, and positive impact on consumer trust and regulatory compliance.

Honors a platform, tool, or software solution that has introduced breakthrough innovation in privacy, compliance, or data governance. Applicants should explain how the product uniquely addresses market needs, solves existing problems, or advances the state of the industry.

Celebrates individuals or teams who have made measurable strides in embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion into privacy, cybersecurity, or tech governance programs. Entrants should showcase initiatives, leadership, and sustained impact in building inclusive cultures and equitable outcomes.

This award is for individuals, teams, or organizations advancing fair, just, and equitable treatment in the use and governance of data. Applicants should highlight efforts that address bias, systemic inequities, or disparities in data practices.

Awarded to an individual leading the charge for ethical and responsible use of artificial intelligence in business or public systems. Submissions should detail how they are influencing AI governance, reducing harm, or increasing transparency and accountability.

Recognizes an individual who has shown outstanding dedication to advancing privacy rights, policies, or practices either within an organization or across the broader industry. Applicants should demonstrate a clear track record of advocacy, thought leadership, or program execution.

Awarded to a leader who has driven excellence in regulatory compliance and risk management through innovation, leadership, or transformative initiatives. Submissions should reflect significant outcomes in navigating complex legal or regulatory landscapes.

This award highlights a professional who has taken bold steps to strengthen information security practices and reduce organizational risk. Entrants should share how they have led by example, responded to threats, or influenced cultural change around security awareness.

Celebrates a legal professional whose work in privacy, data security, or AI regulation has made a significant impact. Applicants should highlight thought leadership, legal innovation, and successful client or community outcomes.

Recognizes a policy leader, legislator, or advocate who has played a pivotal role in shaping or advancing privacy legislation at the state level. Entries should demonstrate influence, collaboration, and a strong vision for consumer data rights.

Recognizes a Data Protection Officer who has demonstrated exceptional performance in safeguarding data rights, managing compliance, and acting as a trusted advisor to their organization. Entries should reflect strategic leadership, regulatory acumen, and stakeholder trust.

Awarded to a leader advancing privacy protections within healthcare or health tech. Submissions should show how the nominee has addressed challenges like sensitive data handling, HIPAA compliance, or ethical health data use.

Recognizes an organization or individual actively protecting or promoting consumer rights in the data economy. Entrants should provide evidence of impact through policy work, litigation, awareness campaigns, or product design.

Awarded to a leader advancing privacy protections within healthcare or health tech. Submissions should show how the nominee has addressed challenges like sensitive data handling, HIPAA compliance, or ethical health data use.

Celebrates a person or team that has designed or led effective AI governance practices to ensure ethical, fair, and compliant AI deployment. Entrants should demonstrate tangible systems, frameworks, or oversight mechanisms that manage AI risks responsibly.

Recognizes innovative or impactful data partnerships between organizations that have led to public good, better services, or stronger data protections. Entries should highlight responsible data sharing, collaboration, and measurable results

Awarded to a law firm that has delivered outstanding service in privacy, cybersecurity, or data-related law. Submissions should showcase innovative legal work, successful client outcomes, and thought leadership in the evolving regulatory landscape.

Celebrates a team that has shown exceptional skill, collaboration, and results in protecting digital assets and responding to cyber threats. Entrants should highlight achievements in defense strategy, incident response, or organizational resilience.

Recognizes a compliance team that has led impactful programs ensuring ethical and legal standards across operations. Submissions should demonstrate teamwork, innovation, and measurable improvements in risk management or regulatory posture.

Awarded to an information security team that has gone above and beyond in securing systems, educating stakeholders, and elevating enterprise security posture. Entries should showcase real-world results, teamwork, and resilience.

Honors a privacy team that has successfully implemented or scaled programs, tools, or frameworks that strengthen consumer trust and ensure data protection. Entrants should share cross-functional impact, measurable success, and strategic leadership.