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Rising Star of the Year

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Celebrating the next generation of technology talent making an exceptional impact early in their career. This category recognises individuals who have demonstrated outstanding potential, innovation and achievement while inspiring colleagues, customers or the wider technology community.
Who can Nominate?
Submissions are open across three distinct entry systems
Individuals
Visionary changemakers personally driving technology forward.
Teams
Collaborative units and project groups achieving collective success.
Individuals
Forward-thinking businesses and non-profits scaling real-world impact.
Who can Nominate?
Individuals
Managers
Colleagues
Organisations
Eligibility: Nominees should have no more than five years’ professional experience in the technology industry or have transitioned into a technology role within the last five years.

Award Category Criteria

Judges will be looking for individuals who have demonstrated exceptional potential, measurable impact and a commitment to innovation, collaboration and continuous development early in their technology career.

Judges will be looking for:

Outstanding achievement

Evidence of significant contributions, achievements or responsibilities beyond what would typically be expected at their career stage.

Innovation and initiative

A proactive approach to solving challenges, improving processes or introducing new ideas that have delivered positive outcomes.

Measurable impact

Clear evidence that their work has benefited their team, organisation, customers or the wider technology community.

Professional growth

A strong commitment to learning, developing new skills and continuously improving through training, certifications or practical experience.

Leadership potential:

Evidence of influencing others, collaborating effectively or demonstrating the qualities of a future leader, regardless of current job title.

Passion for technology

A genuine enthusiasm for technology, innovation and contributing to the future of the digital industry.

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Successful nominations should

Why nominate?

Raise your organisations profile

Showcase the exceptional people helping to drive innovation and future success within your organisation.

Recognise emerging talent

Celebrate an individual whose achievements deserve recognition across the technology industry.

Amplify your brand

Benefit from visibility across the Digital Revolution Awards website, social channels and awards campaign.

Support future leaders

Recognise the individuals and teams whose passion and expertise have delivered meaningful impact.

Celebrate career milestones

Reward dedication, growth and achievements that inspire others entering the industry.

Inspire the next generation

Share success stories that encourage future technology professionals to pursue careers in digital and technology.

Look back at our previous Shortlists

2024

Lewis Baybutt
ANS Group

Aashi Sahu
Bots For That

Selasie Smith
imc Learning

AJ Zafar
Kerv Digital

Adam Stewart
Microsoft

Akshata Sawant
Salesforce

Winner
Akshata Sawant
Salesforce
Lewis Baybutt
ANS Group

2025

Akshata Sawant
Salesforce

Alex Kearns
Devoteam

Chris Durow
Advancing Analytics

Nathan Finnegan
Conga

Phoebe Gregory
Ziipline

Seth Minton
Kontechs

Winner
Nathan Finnegan
Conga

2026

Winner
Anushka Gupta
PwC UK
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Nominations Open on
1st September

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