Call for Nominations: AI Awards
The AI Awards celebrate visionary individuals, startups, and investors who are leveraging artificial intelligence to drive innovation. As AI reshapes industries, these awards honor the leaders ensuring that AI serves all communities, including those underrepresented in technology and venture capital.
This nomination cycle is open to individuals of all gender identities, sexualities, and backgrounds who are committed to advancing AI forward.
Please note that the selection of any award winners is at the discretion of LGBT+ VC, its partners, and is contingent upon meeting eligibility criteria. All award winners will be notified as soon as possible after selections are made.
We welcome nominations from across the venture ecosystem—investors, industry leaders, founders, and allies—who recognize the power of AI in driving progress and prosperity.
Eligibility
Nominees must have demonstrated a significant contribution to AI innovation or investment.
Self-nominations and third-party nominations are encouraged.
Open to individuals of all gender identities, sexualities, and backgrounds.
Award Categories
We recognize outstanding contributions across multiple categories, spotlighting the AI changemakers.
AI Innovator(s) / Startup of the Year – Recognizing a founder, startups, or executive driving AI breakthroughs and reshaping industries.
AI Investor(s) of the Year – Honoring investors championing AI and fostering a robust investment landscape.
AI for Social Impact Award – Celebrating AI-powered initiatives advancing LGBTQIA+ rights, economic mobility, and social equity.
NextGen AI Leader(s) – Highlighting an early-stage entrepreneur, researcher, or technologist (under 35) pioneering AI innovation.
AI Enabler(s) Award – Recognizing ecosystem builders supporting AI startups through corporate partnerships or professional services.
AI Philanthropy Award – Honoring philanthropists funding AI-driven diversity, STEM, and social impact initiatives.
Key Dates
Nominations Open: February 17th, 2025
Nomination Deadline: March 15th, 2025
Nomination Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1pkgsQVDTVVYyF5jGZZ8DBNM-ZN6V4yDPb-yKKi1EREU/preview
Selection Process
A distinguished panel of industry leaders, investors, and AI experts will review nominations and select finalists based on innovation, impact, and leadership.
💡 Know an AI leader shaping the future? Nominate them today and celebrate the trailblazers pushing AI forward for all!
🏆 Support innovation in AI by sponsoring an award! Align your brand with top investors, founders, and industry leaders driving tech forward. Join us in celebrating the AI leaders ensuring technology serves all communities. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, reach out to sponsor@lgbtvc.org