ITSMF Annual Awards Ceremony

The ceremony pays tribute to industry leaders who have made extraordinary (broadly recognized in the Business/IT industry) contributions to the advancement of information technology while simultaneously demonstrating proactive leadership in advancing diversity. Through these awards, we salute not only the business and technical achievements of distinguished leaders but also their impact in creating IT opportunities for the success of future African-American leaders.

Diamond Leadership Award

The Diamond Leadership Award recognizes a Senior-Level Executive (VP or above) within a Fortune 1000 company who has contributed to the advancement of the information technology industry through thought leadership, active personal role-modeling/mentoring and support of diversity initiatives that opened doors for others to follow.

Estrella Award

The Estrella Award recognizes a Senior-Level Executive (VP or above) within a Fortune 1000 company whose leadership, integrity and dedication have contributed to the advancement of the information technology industry. This executive has global responsibilities and demonstrates excellence in all aspects of their career, while serving as a role-model for "rising stars".

Ivory Dome Award

The Ivory Dome Award recognizes those individuals who are dedicated to the education and advancement of students in the STEM disciplines. It is through these efforts that the individual contributes to the mission of ITSMF: filling the pipeline with the next generation of African-American IT leaders.

Sterling Leadership Award

The Sterling Leadership Award recognizes a Senior-Level Executive (VP or above) within the Public Sector who has contributed to the advancement of the information technology industry through their thought leadership, active personal role-modeling/mentoring and is an advocate for increasing contracting opportunities for small, minority-owned businesses.