IoT Executive of the Year – 2025
Visionary Leadership in the Connected Era
The IoT Executive of the Year Award recognizes the leader who most significantly advanced the Internet of Things in 2025 through strategy, execution, and vision. This award honors executives who guided organizations to measurable success—driving adoption, fostering ecosystems, and shaping how IoT delivers real-world impact. Winners demonstrate leadership that inspires teams, earns industry respect, and produces tangible results during this year’s awards cycle.
Who Should Apply
- CEOs, founders, or senior executives steering IoT-focused companies.
- Leaders who achieved major milestones in revenue, market expansion, or product adoption during 2025.
- Executives influencing IoT strategy across ecosystems, partnerships, or standards bodies.
- Visionaries advancing IoT to solve societal, environmental, or enterprise-scale challenges.
Why This Award Matters
- Independent recognition from a trusted IoT awards platform.
- Visibility across IoThinkTank channels, press, and the Winners Page.
- Enhanced credibility with investors, customers, partners, and talent.
- Winner assets and badges to amplify your leadership story.
Entry Schedule
- Entries Open: December 2, 2025
- Early Bird Deadline: January 16, 2026
- Final Entry Deadline: February 13, 2026
- Winners Announced: March 10, 2026
Entry Fees
- Early Bird: $295
- Regular Entry: $395
Eligibility
- Open worldwide to executives leading IoT companies, organizations, or initiatives.
- Entries must highlight leadership achievements and organizational impact from 2025.
- Multiple submissions are allowed if executives lead distinct IoT initiatives.
What to Submit
- Narrative (250–400 words): Leadership story, achievements, and 2025 impact.
- Evidence of success: Growth metrics, customer wins, deployments, or ecosystem influence.
- Vision and execution: Strategy, roadmap, and tangible results achieved.
- Recognition: Press, analyst coverage, or industry contributions.
- Visuals: High-resolution photo (if available) and company logo.
- Supporting links: Website, press releases, interviews, or publications.
Judging Criteria
- Vision: Clear strategy and ability to inspire teams, partners, and customers.
- Impact: Measurable business or industry outcomes achieved in 2025.
- Execution: Ability to deliver on promises, scale operations, and achieve adoption.
- Influence: Contributions to the broader IoT ecosystem, thought leadership, or policy impact.
How to Apply
- Select this category on the application form.
- Provide the narrative, evidence, visuals, and supporting links as outlined above.
- Submit by the applicable deadline and complete payment.
Questions? Contact awards@iothinktank.com
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Submission Info
Entry Schedule
- Entries Open: Dec. 2nd
- Early Bird Deadline: Jan 16th
- Final Entry Deadline: Feb. 13th
- Winners Announced: Mar. 10th
Fees
- Early Bird Fee: $295
- Regular Fee: $395
Benefits of Winning
Celebrating Success: Benefits of Winning an IoThinkTank IoT Award
Winning an IoThinkTank Award is more than just an accolade; it's a recognition of your exceptional contribution to a sustainable future. As a distinguished winner, you will enjoy a myriad of benefits that amplify the reach and impact of your initiatives:
1. Prominent Press Recognition:
- Your IoT project, company, or individual achievement will be prominently featured in a press release distributed by IoThinkTank. This widespread acknowledgment ensures that your success reverberates across industry channels, reaching a global audience.
2. Media Kit for Amplified Visibility:
- Receive an exclusive media kit, meticulously crafted to showcase your achievement. This kit includes high-quality logos and customized award badge(s) that you can integrate into your marketing materials, social media, and communication channels, amplifying the visibility of your environmental impact.
3. Authorized Use of IoThinkTank Logo and Awards Badge:
- Gain permission to proudly display the IoThinkTank logo and the prestigious IoT Environmental Impact Award badge on your official website and promotional materials. This visual testament serves as a symbol of your commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation.
4. Inclusion in Winners Page:
- Enjoy a dedicated presence on the IoThinkTank Winners Page, featuring your company logo and a link to your website. This digital showcase ensures that industry professionals, peers, and stakeholders recognize and celebrate your achievement long after the awards ceremony.
5. Extended Exposure with a Year-Long Profile:
- Benefit from a full-year spotlight on IoThinkTank.com with a dedicated profile for your winning project, company, or individual contribution. Showcase your journey, milestones, and environmental impact, providing an immersive experience for visitors seeking insights into cutting-edge IoT solutions.
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