When I received my first invitation to judge for the Globee Awards in 2024, I had no idea just how inspiring—and humbling—the experience would be. That year, I served as a judge for the Disruptors category, reviewing submissions from entrepreneurs, inventors, and trailblazers across the globe who were redefining industries with bold ideas and unconventional solutions. One year later, in 2025, I returned as a judge for the Artificial Intelligence category, diving even deeper into a space I’m passionate about—where technology meets impact at scale.
To say I was impressed would be an understatement. Both years, I had the honor of evaluating work that challenged the status quo, broke down long-standing barriers, and dared to ask: What if we did it differently?
In 2024, I reviewed entries under the Globee Awards for Disruptors—an international platform that highlights the courage and ingenuity of those who aren’t afraid to break away from tradition. From clean energy startups in emerging markets to healthtech platforms using mobile-first solutions to improve maternal care, the submissions showed me that disruption isn’t about noise. It’s about necessity—about seeing a gap and courageously creating something better.
Lesson learned: Disruption isn’t always about flashy tech—it’s about solving real problems in new ways. Simplicity, focus, and clear impact often stand out more than complex innovation.
By 2025, I was judging the Artificial Intelligence category—an area close to my heart as a product leader in GenAI experiences. This was a category filled with extraordinary talent: AI models improving cancer detection, platforms automating humanitarian relief logistics, and tools making education more accessible in underserved regions.
What struck me most was not just the technological sophistication, but the purpose behind the solutions. These weren’t just algorithms—they were missions, built by people who believed in technology’s power to create equity, efficiency, and access.
Lesson learned: The best AI projects aren’t just technically impressive—they are thoughtful. They center users, anticipate ethical concerns, and balance scale with responsibility.
Advice for Future Awardees
If you’re considering applying to a global awards platform like Globee, here are a few reflections from my judge’s desk:
- Tell the Story, Not Just the Stats: Numbers matter—but so does the narrative. Judges want to understand why your solution exists, what makes it different, and who it helps.
- Highlight Measurable Impact: What outcomes have you achieved? Be specific. Show how your product, strategy, or research has tangibly changed lives, processes, or industries.
- Demonstrate Scalability or Sustainability: Awards aren’t just about what you’ve built—they’re about what’s possible next. What’s your vision for the future?
- Be Authentic: The most powerful submissions are honest, transparent, and mission-driven. You don’t have to be perfect—you just have to be real.
Final Thoughts
Serving as a judge for the Globee Awards has deepened my admiration for global innovators. It reminded me that behind every great idea is a human story—of persistence, vision, and belief. It’s been a privilege to recognize that greatness on an international stage and to play a small role in celebrating the leaders building a more inclusive, intelligent, and inspired world.
To those considering submitting: share your work boldly. Your idea might be exactly what the world needs next.
