2026 National Innovators & Disruptors Awards

Join us in NYC to celebrate the outstanding achievements of some of the most important and influential leaders in the innovation sector! About the Innovators and Disruptors Awards Hosted at Current at Chelsea Piers Wednesday, November 18, 2026 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM ET Current at Pier 59, Chelsea Piers, New York, NY 10011 Since 2018, the Innovators & Disruptors Awards (IDA) have celebrated the outstanding achievements of some of the most important and influential leaders in the innovation sector. Our awardees represent executives and leaders from some of the world's most recognized corporations and fastest growing startups who are leaving a measurable impact on the industry and in their respective fields of work. For our 2026 awards, we will host a national celebration in New York City. Join our honorees along with sponsors and additional special guests as we celebrate the achievements of this year's Innovator and Disruptors. 100% of proceeds generated from this event will go towards supporting AOT's student programs that bring free technology education to underestimated communities across the country. To return to the main event page, click here. Reception Details - New York City About America on Tech America On Tech (AOT) is an award-winning, national nonprofit preparing the next generation of technology leaders from underestimated communities. Since 2014, AOT has provided no-cost tech education and workforce training to students in NYC, LA, Miami, and Atlanta. AOT equips young people with in-demand skills in AI, Web Development, Data Science, and more, creating pathways to higher education and careers. To date, AOT has served 6,600+ students, facilitated 1,500 paid internships generating $5.4M in wages, and distributed $3.3M in stipends. AOT alumni are twice as likely to attend college and five times more likely to pursue tech degrees.