Celebrating Black Excellence in Tech

Meet the 2024 Winners

About Obsidi® Awards, presented by BMO

The OBSIDI® Awards, presented by BMO, celebrates visionary leaders and allies who embody the essence of transformative leadership. With this year’s theme, Leadership Beyond Limits, we honour individuals who defy boundaries, challenge the status quo, and drive meaningful impact across the tech landscape.

This prestigious event highlights the innovators, disruptors, and change agents shaping technology’s future and redefining leadership. From pioneering executives to groundbreaking tech professionals, the OBSIDI® Awards recognizes the full spectrum of Black excellence and allyship in tech across the United States and Canada.

Join us as we spotlight those who do not simply inspire progress but create lasting legacies. True leaders don’t just influence change; they make a difference.

Obsidi® Awards Winner Selection Process

Phase 1

Self-Nomination Period
03 February 2025 to 03 June 2025
Complete Self-Nominaiton Form

Phase 2

Submission Evalution Period
03 June 2025 to 06 July 2025, 11:59 PM ET
Submissions Reviewed Period by Judging Committee

Phase 3

Top 5 Finalist Announced
07 July 2025, 11:59 PM ET
Committee Annouces Top 5 Finalist

Phase 4

Audience Voting Period
07 July 2025, 11:59 PM ET
Judging Committee & Audience Votes for Top 5 Finalist to Determine Winners

Phase 5

OBSIDI® Awards Winner Announced
03 June 2025 to 06 July 2025, 11:59 PM ET
Winners in Each Award Category Are Announced

Phase 6

Awards Ceremony
25 September 2025
A Night of Recognition: The Obsidi® Awards Gala

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