Submit Your LEAD AI Award Nomination

Artificial intelligence is transforming how governments deliver on their most critical missions. The LEAD AI Awards recognize the individuals responsible for executing AI in real-world environments. These are the engineers, program managers, operators, and executives who move beyond pilots to deliver measurable results in mission-critical settings.

LEAD AI Award Criteria:

• Have taken AI from concept to real-world deployment

• Demonstrate clear ownership and execution

• Deliver measurable impact in mission or service delivery

Note: This award is focused on AI in deployment. We are not recognizing early-stage exploration or strategy alone—only pilots or scaled systems with demonstrated results.

Potential Use Cases

• Service Delivery & Citizen Experience: digital services, benefits, public health

• Operations & Mission Execution: public safety, defense, infrastructure, emergency response

• Risk, Compliance & Security: fraud detection, cybersecurity, investigations

• Administration & Back Office: procurement, grants, HR, financial management 

• Other use cases are welcome