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The Connected Awards

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The Connected Awards, founded by Qazeem Oladejo, was created to recognize outstanding individuals in the digital technology industry, theses individual are called ''Global Tech Hero's''.[1] Since its inception in 2021, the initiative has successfully hosted several editions, highlighting talent across diverse areas of technology. [2] The award categories are organized into broader segments, with industrial experience serving as a key consideration.[2] As part of its global expansion efforts, the awards aim to reach all 237 countries, with regional editions occurring every four years.

Conception

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The connected awards was born in the year 2021 with the first edition engaging over 704 participants in the screening process which produced a number of global tech hero’s awarded in different categories, after the success of the first edition the connected awards proceeded with the Africans in Europe Edition. In 2022 the North Africa edition was hosted although it wasn't entirely successful however In 2023, the connected awards concluded the West Africa and Southern Africa editions, which drew substantial participation and produced new winners.[3]

Screening Process

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A comprehensive screening process ensures that professionals meet the required standards, followed by public involvement in the attestation stage.[4] The awards acknowledge professionals utilizing technologies like AI, machine learning, blockchain, and cybersecurity, while also focusing on nine key categories, including creativity, customer experience, data, design, development, leadership, product management, operations, and security.[2]

CATEGORIES
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Data This category focuses on individuals in data analytics, covering roles such as Data Analysts, Data Scientists, Data Engineers, Machine Learning Engineers, Artificial Intelligence Engineers, and other related positions.[5][6]

Winners;

Reagan Onuoha Chinonso, Uchenna Ogbonna, Abdul Karim Sesay, Celia Achingye Aku, Abimbola Abiodun John, Yusuff Adeniyi Giwa, Seun Isaac Owoola,  Justus Ilemobayo, Akinbusola Olushola,Ahmed Adebiyi Oladapo, Johnson Akinpelumi, Emmanuel Bassey, Yousra Nachchach,  Amos Oyetoro, Melo Mtombeni, Chisom Mbama, Opeyemi Fabiyi, Aurelle Adjahou, Olorato Mosiane, Charles Ifem, Joseph Mart, Oyesanmi Vincent Omoboyeje, Akintunde Agbonde, Mojeed Abisiga, and Serah Akojenu.

Design

This category highlights individuals working in creative design fields, including Product Designers, Graphic Designers, Animators, and other design-focused professionals.[7][8]

Winners;

Sani Christopher, Babajide Bashiru, Collins Donye, Isaac Sixtus Chizaram, Abdulrahman Aliyu Ayodeji, Matthew Isikhuemen, Praise Diarah, Nmesoma Chukwudi, Effiong Samuel James, Jeffery Abdulateef-Adoga, and John Ohi Ohio. Development This segment recognizes individuals specializing in various development areas, including Frontend, Backend, Mobile, Platform, and other development-related roles.[9][10][11]

Winners;

Olaolu Ajose, Jared Mwanduka, Taofeeq Oluderu, Abbas Adeyinka Joda, Courage Kolawole Osemwengie,  Abdulhakeem Adams Ojo, Daniel Makinde Ayomide, Temitayo Ogunsusi, Oussama Zeddam, Joy Oluebube Joel, Atilola Israel Tunmishe, Babatunde Esanju, Adeyinka Ayodeji, Udoekpo Stephen, Bello Ajibola Fuad, Alex Wilfried Ouattara, Animasahun Ibrahim, Omobolanle Mariam Adedeji, Akpen Obinna, Dr Osaru Agbonaye, Temitope Atinuke Onasoga, Onyebinamma Ebuka Peter, Idris Adeniji, Andifon Etim, and Olufemi Oyekanmi.

Growth

This category is dedicated to individuals excelling in areas like customer success, creative leadership, growth management, account management, solution consulting, and related fields.[12]

Winners;

Kelechi Mbah, Abisola Adeosun, Opeloyeru Tope Batly, David Oludotun, Michael Ojima Gloria, David Nwosu, Ohifeme Tijesu Daniel, Ademola Ibitayo, Odinaka George, Tolulope M. Abiodun, Nathaniel Ike, Uche Damilola Olaitan.

Operations

This category acknowledges those working in Human Resources, Operations Management, Strategy, Partnerships, and similar roles.[13]

Winners;

Leke Bankole, Arimoro Olayinka Imisioluwa, Fawaz Abaniwonda, Ibrahim Adepoju, Oghenerukevwe Adaware Michelle, Odufolakemi Oduwole, Oluwaseun Adebajo, and Victoria Oloni.

Product

This segment focuses on roles such as Product Managers, Product Owners, Business Analysts, Technical Product Managers.[14][15]

Winners

Olaide Olaniyi, Christopher Enaboifo, Segun Allen, Adebisi Alamu, Bolodeoku Olusegun Samuel, Ayomide Adeboye, Chinonso Nwosu, Esther Omikunle, Susan Ikegwu, Kehinde Durodola-Tunde, Oghobhen Stephanie Isenmila, Kuburat Abubakar, Juliet Obasanya, Ogigirigi Tega Gabriel, Nifemi Ojo, Oluwatosin Korede Nelson, Olayemi Awoeyo, Oluwatimilehin Folagbade, and Amirah Ayeni.

Security

This category recognizes individuals in fields such as Cloud Engineering, Cybersecurity, DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, Network Engineering, Solution Architecture, and related disciplines.[16]

Winners;

Roy Okonkwo, Anna Enuma Ezegbu, Daniel Ademeso, Folaranmi Abolade Felix, Olufemi Adeleye, Iheanacho Samuel Chukwu, Arnaud Gahimbare, Ceasar Waweru, Ibironke Yekinni, Jentle Emmanuel Esuong, Olajide Claudius-Akinyemi, Mumuni Mohammed, Prince Coumba Ndoffene Diouf, Onuorah Mary, Yackson Oluwasesan, Mike Ajala, Terpase Gagher, and Abiodun Olaniyan

The founder Qazeem Oladejo acknowledged the winners and assures the connected awards celebrates talents globally through an unbiased and thorough process to ensure that the winners who receive the global tech awards are deserving of it.[17]

References

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  1. ^ "The Connected Awards inducts Adebisi Alamu as 98th Global Tech Hero – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  2. ^ a b c Sulaimon, Adekunle (2023-04-04). "Firm honours 74 tech professionals". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  3. ^ Abdulkadir, Yusuf (2023-07-15). "We are committed to dispelling doubts about Africa, Nigeria —Oladejo, founder, The Connected Awards". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  4. ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2024-04-13). "Firm recognises tech professionals in Innovation, leadership". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  5. ^ Abdulkareem, Aliyu (2024-09-12). "The Connected Award inducts Seun Isaac Owoola as the 111th Global Tech Hero". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  6. ^ Bankole, Idowu (2024-08-05). "Reagan Onuoha Inducted as the 95th Global Tech Hero". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  7. ^ Emmanson, Jerry (2024-09-04). "Ayodeji Aliyu Inducted As 106th Global Tech Hero". Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  8. ^ Emmanson, Jerry (29 September 2024). "Jeffrey Abdulateef-Adoga Earns The Connected Awards". Leadership. Retrieved 1 October 2024.
  9. ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2024-09-26). "The connected awards certifies Idris Adeniji as the 116th Global Tech Hero". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  10. ^ Michael, Chisom (2024-09-18). "Olufemi Oyekanmi recognised as the 112th Global Tech Hero". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  11. ^ Michael, Chisom (2024-09-12). "TixTrack's Babatunde Esanju confirmed as 110th Global Tech Hero". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  12. ^ Biodun, Alao (July 29, 2024). "Oluwaseun Adebajo bags 'Global Tech Hero award". The Nation.
  13. ^ "Leke Bankole bags Global Tech Hero award – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  14. ^ Okogba, Emmanuel (2024-09-19). "Alex da Silva inducted as 113th Global Tech Hero". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  15. ^ Michael, Chisom (2024-09-09). "Korapay's Kuburat Abubakar joins the ranks of Global Tech Heroes". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  16. ^ Bankole, Idowu (2024-09-08). "Roy Okonkwo of Deloitte United States inducted as the 109th Global Tech Hero". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
  17. ^ Abdulkareem, Aliyu (2024-09-12). "The Connected Award inducts Seun Isaac Owoola as the 111th Global Tech Hero". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-10-01.
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