Question 1

What is the H2O AI 100?

Accepted Answer

The H2O AI 100 recognizes influential leaders, innovators, researchers, builders, and practitioners shaping the future of artificial intelligence across industries and communities worldwide.

Question 2

Who can nominate someone for H2O AI 100?

Accepted Answer

Anyone can submit a nomination. We welcome nominations from peers, colleagues, customers, partners, community members, and industry leaders across the AI ecosystem.

Question 3

Can I self-nominate?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Self-nominations are encouraged. We simply ask that you clearly explain your contributions, impact, and why you believe you should be considered for the H2O AI 100.

Question 4

Can I nominate more than one person?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You may submit nominations for multiple individuals.

Question 5

Can I nominate someone outside of the United States?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. H2O AI 100 is a global program, and we encourage nominations from all regions and countries.

Question 6

Who should be nominated?

Accepted Answer

We welcome nominations for individuals making meaningful contributions to AI across enterprise, government, academia, startups, research, engineering, open source, and the broader AI community. Nominees may include executives, practitioners, researchers, data scientists, developers, founders, policy leaders, or educators.

Question 7

What information helps most in a nomination?

Accepted Answer

The strongest nominations include specific examples of impact, leadership, innovation, technical contributions, business outcomes, publications, open-source work, community involvement, or other achievements in AI. Helpful examples include AI projects or deployments led, measurable business or societal impact, research, patents, or publications, open-source contributions, leadership within the AI community, speaking engagements, mentorship, or advocacy, and contributions to responsible or ethical AI. The more context and detail you can provide, the better.

Question 8

What is the selection process?

Accepted Answer

All nominations are reviewed by a panel of judges and the H2O team. Selections are based on factors such as innovation, real-world impact, leadership, technical contributions, and influence within the AI community and industry. We aim to recognize a diverse group of leaders representing different industries, backgrounds, regions, and areas of expertise across the global AI ecosystem.

Question 9

Is there a cost to nominate someone?

Accepted Answer

No. Submitting a nomination is completely free!

Question 10

Will nominees be contacted?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All selected nominees will be contacted directly via email by the H2O team.

Question 11

When will the H2O AI 100 be announced?

Accepted Answer

Selected honorees will be announced during the official H2O AI 100 program and related events. Additional details and timelines will be shared with selected nominees directly.

Question 12

Where can I submit a nomination?

Accepted Answer

You can submit your nomination directly through the official H2O AI 100 nomination form on this page, whenever nominations are open.

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the 2026 H2O AI 100

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Nominate a leader forthe 2026 H2O AI 100

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Evaluation criteria

Frequently asked questions

Nominations are now closed for 2026.

Nominate a leader for
the 2026 H2O AI 100