the edison achievement award
The Edison Achievement Award™ celebrates one or two exceptional individuals annually who are reshaping industries and the world. Their innovations go beyond expectations, advancing human-centered design and driving meaningful differentiation.
Recipients are selected by the Edison Awards Steering Committee based on their biography, impact, and visionary practices. Honorees serve as keynote speakers, sharing insights and presenting their stories at the Edison Awards ceremony.
Rihanna is a powerhouse entrepreneur who has reshaped beauty and fashion through her innovative, inclusive brands. Her ventures set new standards for diversity and helped build a multi-billion-dollar business empire. A multi-Grammy-winning artist, she has turned her music success into a platform for global brand leadership.
A transformative leader, Adam Silver has redefined the NBA through innovation, global expansion, and a steadfast commitment to social responsibility. Under his leadership, the league has embraced technology, championed player empowerment, and set new standards for sports as a force for positive change.
Google X
2017
Cisco Systems
2016
Harvard Business School
2015
General Motors Company
2015
Tesla Motors & SpaceX
2014
Lenovo
2014
Qualcomm
2013
Apple, Inc.
2013
TED
2012
Discovery Communications
2011
Ford Motor Company
2011
MIT
2010
Procter & Gamble
2010
IDEO
2009
Genentech
2009
Time Warner
1999
Campbell Soup Co.
1999
Colgate-Palmolive
1997
MSL Omnimedia
1997
Coca-Cola Company
1996
Black & Decker
1996
Digital Corporation
1995
Sears, Roebuck & Co.
1995
Nabisco, Inc.
1994
MCI Corporation
1994
Marriott International
1993
Amway Corporation
1993
Amway Corporation
1993
Bell Atlantic
1993
MCI Corporation
1992
Perdue Farms
1991
Campbell Soup Co
1991
For nearly four decades, the Edison Awards has set the global benchmark for market-ready solutions that redefine industries and shape the future.
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