GovCIO Media & Research Opens Flywheel Award Nominations for Defense IT Summit 2025
GovCIO Media & Research has officially opened nominations for the prestigious Flywheel Awards, set to be presented at the 2025 Defense IT Summit. This year, the awards ceremony will take place on February 27, 2025, in Arlington, Virginia, and will honor federal and defense leaders for their outstanding work in transforming and innovating national security technology through the projects and programs they manage.
The Flywheel Awards aim to celebrate the transformative spirit within the federal IT landscape, recognizing the individuals who are leading the charge in technological advancement and security. As Amy Kluber, Editor-in-Chief, stated, “The Flywheel Awards embody what it means to be a transformer in defense IT, and it is our goal to continuously recognize these leaders.” The ceremony will spotlight accomplishments by defense leaders and their programs that have significantly impacted national security technology through innovation and transformative approaches.
The categories for the Flywheel Awards include Rising Star, Emerging Tech Innovator, Cyber Defender, Digital Transformer, and Data Advocate. These categories are designed to highlight various aspects of innovation and leadership in the field, from groundbreaking cybersecurity initiatives to digital transformation and data advocacy. Eligible nominees must be federal IT employees, with achievements dating from January 2024 to the present. Nominations are open until December 20, and the finalists will be announced on January 6.
The Defense IT Summit will serve not only as the stage for these awards but also as a premier gathering for those involved in federal technology, offering a robust agenda, a lineup of prominent speakers, and the opportunity to connect with peers. To learn more about the event, view the full agenda, and secure a spot at this highly anticipated gathering, visit the event page. With tickets selling fast, interested attendees are encouraged to register soon.
Nominations for the Flywheel Awards can be submitted until December 20, 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to recognize excellence and transformation within defense IT.