Pushing the world forward
The AI List will celebrate change makers, rising stars, startups, builders, and policymakers making significant contributions to the field of AI. The aim is to spotlight talent that deserves broader recognition.
100 honorees selected.
Know someone shaping the future of AI? Nominate them – or yourself – for our AI List.
We’re spotlighting standout individuals making an impact across the AI ecosystem.
Spotlighting people.
Spotlighting people.
Thoughtful rebels.
Thoughtful rebels.
Real changemakers.
Real changemakers.
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Meet the Judges
We thank the esteemed panel of volunteer judges, comprised of experts from leading companies in the market, who shared their experience and knowledge in this awards program.
AI Founders
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Monet Goode
FOUNDER
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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Emmett Marsh
DESIGN DIRECTOR
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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Eleanor Parks
SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
Product Leaders
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Monet Goode
FOUNDER
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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Emmett Marsh
DESIGN DIRECTOR
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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Eleanor Parks
SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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The Categories
While we’ll consider a wide range of profiles, we’re especially looking to highlight people who are pushing boundaries in the following areas:
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Founders
Early-stage (pre-seed/seed, <$50m funded) startup founders building in AI
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Builders & Product Leaders
Engineers and product leaders at mature AI companies
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Innovators in Research
Pioneers advancing the field through academic or applied AI research
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AI Policy Leaders
Voices shaping AI regulation, ethics, and governance
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Industry Leaders
Executives driving real-world AI adoption and scaling across industries
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Media Voices
Communicators helping the world understand AI’s impact
The Honorees
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Monet Goode
FOUNDER
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Emmett Marsh
DESIGN DIRECTOR
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Eleanor Parks
SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR
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Jamie Kokot
CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER
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Karl Holland
SALES MANAGER
Everything you want to know about
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Anyone making meaningful contributions to AI. From engineers and researchers to founders and community builders. If they’re under the radar and making real impact, they belong here.
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Yes. We encourage self-nominations. Don’t be shy. If you’re doing great work, let us know.
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No. Nominating, voting, and being selected are all completely free. This is about recognition, not revenue.
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Nominations close August 15, 2025 at midnight PST.
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Our judges are a diverse panel of respected experts across AI, ethics, product, and research. They review every submission based on originality, impact, and alignment with our values.