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Be an integral part of the most prestigious awards in technology.

As a CODiE Awards Judge, you will have the opportunity to conduct a detailed review of top technology products.

Why Judge the CODiE Awards?

Share your expertise
First look at new products and companies
Insight into new industry trends
Help improve products
Network with contacts at exciting companies
View products that may be helpful to your work
Make a difference in your professional community

What to Expect as a Judge

In the first round,  judges review and evaluate up to five (5) nominated products. Top-rated products are elevated to the second round as “Finalists.”
CODiE Awards judges represent business leaders looking to learn more about top products and leadership within the industry. Judges include teachers and administrators in education technology categories and executives, product leaders, tech engineers, investors, and consultants in Business Technology categories.
Before applying, read our Terms and Conditions. Be sure to select the top categories you feel most qualified and most interested in reviewing.
New in 2025: Judges will be invited to participate in the second-round review IF they complete their first-round scores. Judges who do not complete scores are not invited back.
Judges receive exclusive discounts on CODiE Award Nominations (judges cannot review products in a category they are nominated in or a competitor of).
The scores of both rounds are combined to determine the Winners.

Amy Weiss
CMO, Expert Radiology

“Serving as a judge allows me to support and celebrate innovation while also continuing to learn from the latest breakthroughs in technology and business intelligence.”

Raghavender Maddali
Software Engineer & Data Lead, Realtor.com

Niz Nava
Architecture, Project Management

“As an IT Project Manager, volunteering as a CODiE Awards judge allows me to stay connected to the forefront of innovation. It's inspiring to explore the cutting-edge innovations shaping smart infrastructure and digital transformation. I love staying connected to the future of tech while helping recognize excellence in our industry.”

Subish Nair
Sr. IT System Analyst, STMA

“The process of evaluation is rigorous. It goes deep into the demo with real practitioners asking penetrating questions, and industry veterans bringing perspective on what works at scale. The nominees bring their best as the CODiE designation is a great way to help differentiate their products in a crowded market. It’s a win-win for the industry, and I’m glad to be a part of it.”

Ray Henderson
Ed-Tech Industry Executive, Private Equity Advisor/Investor

“What draws me back each year is the opportunity to see emerging technologies firsthand—tools that have the potential to reimagine how we learn and connect. Judging also allows me to contribute to setting a high bar for quality and impact, while connecting with like-minded professionals who are just as passionate about shaping the future of tech.”

Margaret M. Roidi, Ph.D.
Product Director, AICPA

"I have been a judge for nearly a decade now, and can say with certainty that the CODiE Awards are the most fruitful environment I have ever encountered for this process. It's not just a question of the judging; the important part is the process and the breadth of products examined. In a world of arbitrary and even "targeted" awards, the CODiEs are a bastion of continuous progress through an impartial and expert team of judges."

Myron Cizdyn
Founder BLPS Group

“As a technology leader in robotics and automation, judging the CODiE Awards has been a powerful way to engage with the forefront of innovation. It’s inspiring to evaluate breakthrough solutions that are transforming industries and shaping the future of smart infrastructure. Volunteering as a judge allows me to recognize excellence, give back to the tech community, and stay connected with pioneering minds across the industry.”

Rajeev Aswal
CTO, Robotic Parking Systems

“As a judge, I gain unlimited knowledge about the latest software products, platforms, and digital tools—often before they go mainstream. It also provides the opportunity to engage with a community of professionals, innovators, and influencers. The CODiE Awards are the best platform to connect with product leaders, developers, entrepreneurs, and executives during the judging process and related events."

Reddaiah Kasturi
Data Engineer, AWS

Clifton Reddy
Manager, Software Development, American National

Note

You will be emailed if your application is approved before the start of the judging process. Application approval does not guarantee Judging assignments.  Some categories receive hundreds of applications so we cannot always provide all qualified/approved judges assignments. 

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