Criteria:
- Executive Track Record & Enterprise Impact (25 points)
(Maximum 350 words)
Provide a concise overview of the nominee’s career leading digital transformation initiatives.
Judges will assess:
Leadership in digital strategy
Experience overseeing complex transformation programmes
Evidence of measurable organisational impact.
- Leadership Judgement, Governance & People Impact (25 points)
(Maximum 250 words)
Provide evidence of the nominee’s leadership approach within technology organisations.
Judges will look for:
Leadership during major organisational change
Governance and responsible technology adoption
Ability to build digital capability across teams.
Question 3 – Strategic Execution & Digital Innovation
Detail the nominee’s key achievements over the past 12–18 months.
Examples may include:
- Implementation of digital transformation initiatives
- Adoption of AI or advanced technologies
- Improvements in productivity, service delivery, or innovation
- Organisational capability development
Judges will assess leadership in delivering meaningful digital transformation.
- Distinction & Broader Leadership Contribution (25 points)
(Maximum 250 words)
Question 4 – Distinction & Broader Leadership Contribution
(250 words – 25 points)
Outline why the nominee represents exceptional leadership relative to peers.
Examples may include:
- Industry leadership or thought leadership
- Contribution to Ireland’s economic or innovation ecosystem
- Mentoring or advisory roles
- Influence beyond their organisation
Judges are seeking leaders whose impact extends beyond individual organisational success
Evidence Requirement
Submissions should include at least three pieces of supporting evidence where possible, such as:
- Financial performance indicators
- Market growth or expansion metrics
- Operational improvements
- Policy or societal outcomes
- Independent recognition or awards
