Cincy AI Week
Awards and Recognitions
2025 Winners Announced!
2025 Cincy AI Leadership Award Winners
AI Catalyst: Nate Sowder, 5/3 Bank
For outstanding leadership in advancing AI adoption and innovation within the financial services sector.Guardian of Good: Dr. Kelly Cohen, University of Cincinnati
For exemplary commitment to ensuring AI is developed and applied ethically and responsibly.AI Rising Star: Madhavi Naranj, Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati
For emerging leadership and fresh contributions driving AI-enabled transformation.Future Builder: Kristopher Jones, University of Cincinnati
For significant contributions to preparing the next generation of AI talent and advancing AI research.Inclusive AI: Shanah LeGree, Cincinnati Public Schools
For dedicated efforts to make AI education and opportunities accessible and inclusive for all.
Nominations
Anyone may nominate, and anyone may be nominated! Simply fill out the form to ‘submit a nomination’. Awards will be presented by nominee submitters. Voting will take place during Cincy AI Week 2025 and presented during the closing reception.
Awards and Recognitions
Awards and recognitions will be announced live at the Cincy AI Week 2025 closing luncheon reception. They will also be published on the website following the event. We can’t wait to see you there!