A range of brands have emerged as some of the worthy winners at tonight’s inaugural Australian AI Awards 2024.
With artificial intelligence rapidly permeating every industry, both small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and large companies have invested in AI or are planning to do so within the next five years.
To address the growing adoption of artificial intelligence, Momentum Media and Space Connect launched the inaugural Australian AI Awards to recognise professionals, organisations, and solutions transforming the Australian economy. The awards program showcases innovators across banking, law, accounting, and wealth management through to defence, aerospace, cyber, and more.
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Winners were revealed tonight (Wednesday, 6 November 2024) at a black-tie gala at the Four Seasons, Sydney.
See the full list of winners here
The ceremony allowed members of a range of industries to celebrate the achievements of colleagues and network with leaders and peers across a diverse range of sectors within the Australian economy.
Amin Beheshti of Macquarie University walked away as the worthy recipient of the coveted AI Academic / Researcher of the Year, presented by Space Connect.
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The Australian AI Awards showcase the achievements of a diverse range of sectors across the Australian economy, with other winners including professionals in accountancy and legal services, information technology, cybersecurity, aerospace, and more.
Winning one of Momentum Media’s Australian AI Awards signifies the unwavering determination and commitment of individuals, teams, and businesses playing a pivotal role in propelling the AI industry forward.
The judging criteria for the award categories are quantitative and qualitative, acknowledging growth, business development, diversity, leadership, innovation, business excellence, and contribution to developing Australia’s AI toolkit.
To decide the winners, all finalists underwent a thorough audit process, checking demographic and other information against category eligibility criteria based on the information provided in the submission.
Professionals and organisations that took home trophies will gain national recognition for catapulting the industry forward, bolstering opportunities for career advancement.
“There’s no doubt that artificial intelligence and advanced machine learning will fundamentally transform the way we work,” Liam Garman, managing editor, real estate, professional services and security at Momentum Media said.
“I congratulate all of our winners tonight for their innovation and drive. You represent the best and brightest in Australian industry, and I raise a toast to your indefatigable efforts in advancing artificial intelligence.”
Click here to view the full list of winners.
Click here to learn more about the Australian AI Awards program.
This awards program is produced by Captivate Events. If you need help planning your next event, email director Jim Hall at [email protected]
Adam Thorn
Adam is a journalist who has worked for more than 40 prestigious media brands in the UK and Australia. Since 2005, his varied career has included stints as a reporter, copy editor, feature writer and editor for publications as diverse as Fleet Street newspaper The Sunday Times, fashion bible Jones, media and marketing website Mumbrella as well as lifestyle magazines such as GQ, Woman’s Weekly, Men’s Health and Loaded. He joined Momentum Media in early 2020 and currently writes for Australian Aviation and World of Aviation.
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