The person eligible for this award must:

• Identify as She/Her, She/They, or They/Them

• Reside in Australia

• Be employed by an organisation with an Australian ABN with over 100+ employees

• Be employed in a C-suite role or at the Director level, or equivalent

• Influence or be accountable for digital transformation, innovation or digital engagement

 What we are looking for in the entry:

• Clear and concise communication of your role and purpose within the organisation (beyond the job title)
• Success in establishing or championing the organisation’s digital vision and leading the delivery of that vision
• Tangible results in achieving impact/transformation - we're talking about performance and results, not just transformation
• Impact and influence in the digital industry - we want to hear about the work you do within your organisation and in the broader digital community
• Demonstrated resilience and grit in the face of challenges
• Demonstrated leadership skills including measures of performance, engagement and attrition
• Commitment to continuous professional development and an appetite for learning
• Active involvement in the digital community

Tip: When responding to questions, please provide as many numerical measures as possible - quantifying your success will help contextualise your submission for the industry judges.

1. Full name (first and last name)

2. Role title

3. Organisation

4. LinkedIn URL

5. Your bio (150 words)

6. Share the organisation's elevator pitch (50 words)

7. Describe a significant project or achievement that demonstrates your leadership, innovation, and impact. What challenges did you face, and what was the outcome? (300 words)

8. Provide an example of how you’ve mentored others or led a team to drive change and foster innovation or diversity in the tech sector? (300 words)

9. What is a key moment that shaped you into the leader you are today? (300 words)

10. How do you continue to develop your skills and expertise, particularly in emerging technologies and leadership? (300 words)

11. How have you contributed to promoting gender equity, inclusion, and diversity within the tech industry or your organisation? (200 words)

12. Please include 2 x testimonials from team members (including their name and position) regarding your work towards improving diversity and inclusion.

13. Please provide the details of a referee who can verify the details in your submission, including Full name, Email address, and Phone number.