AWARDS Announced

Global Hall of Fame awards

Celebrating leadership excellence and longevity

2025 winners announced...

Celebrating the

Global Hall of Fame winners

The HotTopics Global Hall of Fame Awards pay tribute to the achievements and contributions of distinguished global technology executives. These leaders have redefined what it means to guide organisations in the digital age,  transforming business outcomes, accelerating industry change and leaving a legacy that continues to inspire.

 

Why do the Hall of Fame Awards matter?

Technology executives today are not just decision-makers; they are visionaries shaping the future of business and society. The Hall of Fame Awards celebrate those whose influence extends far beyond their organisation, spotlighting leaders who have:

  • Consistently advanced innovation and transformation
  • Left a lasting impact on the global technology landscape
  • Inspired future generations of business and technology leaders

By honouring these exceptional executives, the Global Hall of Fame recognises both their individual legacy and their role in the collective progress of the digital era.

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What makes a Global Hall of Fame winner?

Hall of Fame winners represent the pinnacle of leadership in technology. They are selected based on their industry contributions, as evaluated by a panel of respected industry experts.

 

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Innovation & technological advancement

Demonstrated ability to implement groundbreaking technologies, significantly advancing their organisation’s technological maturity and the technology industry as a whole.

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Leadership and vision

Exhibited exceptional leadership and a clear vision, guiding their organisation or the industry toward growth and success, and effectively mentoring, coaching, and planning succession for future leaders.

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Impact on Business Outcomes

Tangible contributions to the success and transformation of multiple organisations, driving financial growth, market share, efficiency improvements, and growing valuations.

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Industry Influence and Recognition

Recognised as a thought leader and influencer within the technology sector over many years.

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Longevity and consistency

Sustained commitment to excellence and innovation in technology over a significant period.

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Societal contributions

Impact beyond business, contributing to society, education, and public good through technology, by leading or supporting community initiatives and educational programs

Meet the judges

Mark Settle

Mark Settle

Author, Truth from the Valley

Randi Levin

Randi Levin

Technology Advisor, The White House

Isaac Sacolick

Isaac Sacolick

President, StarCIO

Ilona Simpson

Ilona Simpson

CDIO, ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules

Mel Reyes

Mel Reyes

Global Executive Coach, Elite Technical Concierge

Mark Sutton

Mark Sutton

Chief Information Security Officer, Bain Capital

Ian Cohen

Ian Cohen

Board Advisor and CPIO,

Caroline Carruthers

Caroline Carruthers

Chief Executive, Carruthers and Jackson

Doug Drinkwater

Doug Drinkwater

Editorial and Strategy Director, HotTopics

Global Hall of Fame

Award winners 2025

Alan Boehme

Alan Boehme

Foundation Capital

Alan Boehme

Alan Boehme

United States of America United States of America
Finance Finance

Executive in Residence

Anna Barsby

Anna Barsby

Tessiant

Anna Barsby

Anna Barsby

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Consulting Consulting

Founder Managing Partner and UK Top CIO

Arthur Hu

Arthur Hu

Lenovo

Arthur Hu

Arthur Hu

United States of America United States of America
IT Services IT Services

SVP and Global CIO

Ashild Hanne Larsen

Ashild Hanne Larsen

Equinor

Ashild Hanne Larsen

Ashild Hanne Larsen

Norway Norway
Energy Energy

Vice President Subsurface Excellence & Digital

Dana Deasy

Dana Deasy

Boeing

Dana Deasy

Dana Deasy

United States of America United States of America
Aerospace Aerospace

CIDO

David Germain

David Germain

Investec

David Germain

David Germain

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Finance Finance

Non Executive Director

David Smoley

David Smoley

Good Growth Capital

David Smoley

David Smoley

United States of America United States of America
Finance Finance

Advisor

Deborah Wheeler

Deborah Wheeler

Delta Air Lines

Deborah Wheeler

Deborah Wheeler

United States of America United States of America
Travel Travel

CISO

Deneen DeFiore

Deneen DeFiore

United Airlines

Deneen DeFiore

Deneen DeFiore

United States of America United States of America
Travel Travel

CISO

Fahim Siddiqui

Fahim Siddiqui

Home Depot

Fahim Siddiqui

Fahim Siddiqui

United States of America United States of America
Retail Retail

EVP, CIO

Fumbi Chima

Fumbi Chima

BECU

Fumbi Chima

Fumbi Chima

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Finance Finance

CTDO

Hemant Baidwan

Hemant Baidwan

Department of Homeland Security

Hemant Baidwan

Hemant Baidwan

United States of America United States of America
Government Government

Chief information security officer

Hendy Harianto

Hendy Harianto

Meratus group

Hendy Harianto

Hendy Harianto

Indonesia Indonesia
Logistics Logistics

Group CIO

Joanna Drake

Joanna Drake

THG Ingenuity

Joanna Drake

Joanna Drake

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Retail Retail

CTO

Marty Paslick

Marty Paslick

HCA Healthcare

Marty Paslick

Marty Paslick

United States of America United States of America
Health Health

Former CIO

Meredith Harper

Meredith Harper

Syncrhony

Meredith Harper

Meredith Harper

United States of America United States of America
Finance Finance

CISO

Mike McNamara

Mike McNamara

Target

Mike McNamara

Mike McNamara

United States of America United States of America
Retail Retail

Former CIO

Noopur Davis

Noopur Davis

Comcast

Noopur Davis

Noopur Davis

United States of America United States of America
Telecommunications Telecommunications

CISO

Paul Coby

Paul Coby

Persimmon Homes

Paul Coby

Paul Coby

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Construction Construction

Group CIO

Randall Mott

Randall Mott

EY

Randall Mott

Randall Mott

United States of America United States of America
Consulting Consulting

CIO Advisor in Residence

Rob Carter

Rob Carter

Fedex

Rob Carter

Rob Carter

United States of America United States of America
Logistics Logistics

Former CIO

Supriya Rao Patwardhan

Supriya Rao Patwardhan

DHL

Supriya Rao Patwardhan

Supriya Rao Patwardhan

Singapore Singapore
Logistics Logistics

EVP CIO

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