Who Inspires You? Nominations Open for the 2025 SEGD Achievement Awards

Call for nominations

It’s time to recognize the individuals and organizations shaping the future of experience design! Submissions are now open for the 2025 SEGD Achievement Awards, an annual celebration of those who exemplify excellence, innovation, and dedication to our field.

These prestigious awards are more than a tradition—they honor the trailblazers, mentors, and innovators whose work leaves a lasting impact on SEGD and beyond. Whether it’s a thought leader pioneering new ideas, a collaborator uplifting the industry, or a designer pushing the boundaries of creativity, your nomination can shine a spotlight on their contributions.

Submit your nominations today
2024 SEGD Class of Fellows; Marquise Stillwell (left), Shirin Frangoul-Brückner (right)

Why Nominate?

Nominating someone isn’t just about recognition—it’s about sharing stories that inspire others. Who comes to mind when you think of:

  • Design Excellence: Who consistently delivers work that redefines possibilities in experience design?
  • Innovation: Who’s boldly transforming how we connect with spaces, people, and ideas?
  • Community Contributions: Who fosters collaboration, mentorship, or inclusivity within SEGD?

By submitting a nomination, you help elevate the people and projects that deserve to be celebrated, bringing visibility to those who inspire excellence in our community.

SEGD Educator Award-winner Neeta Varna (third from left) with SEGD Achievement Awards Committee Chair Genell Zuciya (left), SEGD CEO Cybelle Jones, and SEGD Board President Traci Sym

Award Categories

This year, SEGD is presenting Achievement Awards in six categories:

  • SEGD Fellow Award – Honoring lifetime achievement.
  • Distinguished Member Award – Recognizing exemplary service to SEGD.
  • Innovation Award – Celebrating cutting-edge breakthroughs.
  • Educator Award – Highlighting educators shaping the next generation.
  • Insight Award – Acknowledging organizations advancing the field.
  • Chapter Chair Award – Recognizing outstanding leadership within SEGD chapters.

Who will you nominate?

Think about the people and organizations that have inspired you, challenged your thinking, or pushed our field forward. This is your chance to ensure their stories are celebrated.

Nominations close March 31, so don’t wait—submit your nomination now! Together, let’s honor the brilliance that drives experience design forward.

Who inspires you? Share their story today!

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