​Every year, the 1PHL Innovation Awards are our chance to celebrate individuals and organizations who exemplify leadership and perseverance, driving progress and shaping the future of Philadelphia and beyond!

Meet Our 2024 Nominees

There are some truly incredible people and organizations doing the work to make Philadelphia’s tech ecosystem more equitable. We are thrilled to announce this year’s Innovation Awards nominees!

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​Next Gen Award

The Next Gen Award celebrates the achievements of an organization who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication - looking to spark the next generation of innovation in Philadelphia.

• Launchpad 
• Firsthand 
• Urban Technology Project
• Urban Youth Racing School
• We Love Philly

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Advocate for Equity 

The Advocate for Equity award honors an individual who has shown exceptional dedication to advancing equity within the technology sector through impactful research, advocacy, or journalism - raising awareness, promoting inclusivity, and driving positive change.

• Stephanie Humphrey
• Sarah Huffman, Technical.ly 
• Gloria Bell, Anitab.org
• Carol Obando-Derstine, Latinas in Tech

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Community Cultivator

The Community Cultivator Award celebrates an extraordinary organization dedicated to nurturing and growing communities within the technology sector. This accolade honors their tireless efforts in fostering collaboration, inclusivity, and making a significant impact on the vitality of Philadelphia's tech community.

• Temple Innovation & Entrepreneurship Institute (IEI)
• Stem So(ul)cial
• Latinas in Tech Philly
• Tribaja
• Venture Cafe

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Collaboration for Equity Award

The Collaboration for Equity Award honors an organization or initiative that has sparks impact and drives collaboration among organizations looking to advance equity in tech.

• Project UP - Comcast NBCUniversal
• Mentor Connect 
• Accenture
• PHL Gaming

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Innovation Awards

​On October 24th, we kicked-off Innovation Weekend by showcasing trailblazers who are redefining standards, fostering collaboration, and inspiring others to push the boundaries of possibility in our city during the 1PHL Innovation Awards presented by Comcast.

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‍Congratulations to our Winners:

• Next Gen Award: FirstHand
• Advocate for Equity: Stephanie Humphrey
• Collaboration for Equity Award: Mentor Connect
• Community Cultivator: Latinas in Tech Philadelphia

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This event was made possible through generous support by our title sponsor, Comcast NBCUniversal.

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