IAPP Annual Awards

Each year, the IAPP honors the people making a difference in the world of privacy through noteworthy commitment, contribution and leadership. Award winners are selected by the IAPP leadership and announced at the Global Privacy Summit every year.

The IAPP Leadership Awards Go to…

The Leadership Award honors an individual who demonstrates an ongoing commitment to furthering policies and advancing the growth and visibility of the privacy, AI governance and cybersecurity law professions.

The IAPP Vanguard Awards Go to...

Only a select few reach the pinnacle of their profession. The IAPP Vanguard Awards celebrate one IAPP member from five geographical regions — Asia, EMEA, Latin America (including Mexico), North America (U.S. and Canada) and Oceania—who have achieved and creativity in building a foundation for the fields of privacy, AI governance, cybersecurity law and digital responsibility.

Learn more about 2024 IAPP award recipients’ accomplishments here.

Take a look at the list of past award winners.