2026-10-23
Meet the nominees for Consid Awards 2026 – spotlight on AI, innovation and digital role models
Swedish tech company Consid has announced the nominees for Consid Awards 2026. This year's nominees include some of Sweden's most prominent AI entrepreneurs, influential voices and emerging digital talents. A new award category, AI Profile of the Year, is also being introduced to recognise individuals driving the development and adoption of artificial intelligence.
Each year, Consid Awards celebrates individuals who contribute to Sweden’s digital transformation through innovation, entrepreneurship and dedication. This year’s nominations reflect a time when artificial intelligence is reshaping both business and society, while inclusion, knowledge sharing and digital influence remain key priorities.
Among this year’s nominees are the founders of Swedish AI companies Legora and Lovable, alongside prominent figures such as Amelia Adamo, Parisa Amiri and Daniel Akenine.
– Sweden is in an incredibly strong position when it comes to digital innovation, particularly in AI. Several of this year’s nominees demonstrate how Swedish ideas and entrepreneurs can transform entire industries and make an impact far beyond our borders. Through Consid Awards, we want to recognise the people driving this progress while inspiring more individuals to think differently, challenge the status quo and create new opportunities for the future, says Beatrice Carpvik, Head of Branding, Marketing & Communication at Consid.
Digital Influencer of the Year
This award recognises an individual or group that has made an outstanding contribution to advancing digitalisation and inspired others through their work and dedication.
The nominees are:
- Max Junestrand & Sigge Labor – Legora
- Anton Osika and Fabian Hedin – Lovable
- Omid Ekhlasi – Techarena
eQualizer of the Year
This award recognises an individual who has championed inclusion, gender equality and diversity, helping to create opportunities for more people to have a voice and make an impact.
The nominees are:
- Amelia Adamo – Publisher, entrepreneur and opinion leader
- Parisa Amiri – TV presenter and media personality
- Sanne Josefsson – Entrepreneur and founder of Empower Her
Digital Rising Star of the Year
This award recognises an individual who has emerged as a rising talent in the digital sphere, demonstrating exceptional potential to drive innovation and make a lasting impact.
The nominees are:
- Christian Karlsson – Ekonomigurun
- Julia Eklöf – Viaplay
- Zeynep Inanoglu Ozdemir – Legora
AI Profile of the Year – New Category for 2026
AI Profile of the Year is a new award recognising individuals who, through innovation, expertise and leadership, are advancing the development and practical application of artificial intelligence. The award highlights role models who strengthen Sweden’s position in AI and demonstrate how the technology can create value for businesses, organisations and society as a whole.
The nominees are:
- Max Junestrand & Sigge Labor – Legora
- Daniel Akenine – Microsoft Sweden
- Martin Svensson – AI Sweden
Celebrating the digital role models of tomorrow
Through this year’s nominations, Consid aims to highlight the diverse range of individuals driving digital progress. From entrepreneurs transforming established industries through AI to influential voices challenging norms and emerging digital talents making knowledge and technology more accessible.
The winners across all four categories will be celebrated at Consid Awards 2026.
About Consid Awards
Consid Awards is Consid’s annual awards gala celebrating achievement, community and digital role models. The awards recognise individuals who contribute to innovation, inclusion and digital development in Sweden.