The Innovate QA Awards 2026 celebrate the people and teams who are redefining software quality through innovation, measurable impact, and strong community involvement.
The Innovate QA Awards 2026 celebrate the global software testing community, recognizing individuals and organizations driving innovation and measurable impact in quality engineering.
As the inaugural year, these awards aim to highlight those who go beyond traditional QA and actively shape the future of quality engineering.
In a world where software is evolving faster than ever, quality is no longer just about testing. It is about building reliable systems, enabling speed, and creating real user trust. These awards recognize those leading that shift.
Nominations are open until May 15, 2026, with winners announced live at the Innovate QA Conference in Seattle on June 4 to 5.
Submissions are evaluated based on:
- Innovation and originality
- Measurable impact on quality outcomes
- Contribution to the QA community
- Scalability and long term value
The awards span seven categories, including QA Thought Leader of the Year, Excellence in Automation, Innovative QA Organization of the Year, Best QA Tool Contribution, Community Champion in Testing, Emerging QA Talent, and Innovation in QA Practice or Solution.
Anyone can submit a nomination, whether for a colleague, a team, an organization, or themselves. The strongest submissions clearly demonstrate real impact, from improved quality metrics to meaningful contributions to the QA community.
The Innovate QA Awards are more than recognition. They are a way to spotlight progress, share inspiration, and elevate the role of quality engineering across the industry.
Learn more and submit your nomination here: https://innovateqaevents.com/awards/
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