The EDDIEs celebrate Entrepreneurs Dedicated to Diverse & Inclusive Excellence.
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One category winner will be named Entrepreneur of the Year, receiving a $10,000 cash prize.
Winners are invited to Atlanta with complimentary air travel, hotel stay, and transportation to the EDDIE Awards ceremony.
Gain recognition, special services, and unparalleled growth opportunities at the ceremony.
The Techpreneur Award honors entrepreneurs who excel in leveraging technology to drive significant innovation and transformation.
The Social Impact Award recognizes exceptional leaders who are dedicated to driving positive change and addressing critical social challenges through their work.
The Creativity Award honors entrepreneurs who seamlessly integrate creative expression with entrepreneurial spirit.
The Community Champion Award honors founders who significantly contribute to the enhancement of their local community.
The Newcomer Award recognizes entrepreneurs who have launched innovative businesses within the past 2 years.
The Entrepreneur of the Year Award is the highest honor, recognizing an individual who exemplifies innovation, resilience, and advocacy for disability in entrepreneurship.
In order to apply for the EDDIE Awards, entrepreneurs must self-identify as disabled, reside within the United States, and be above the age of 18.
While an incorporated business is not necessary to apply, the individual applying must be actively involved in the business and own the majority of the company.
Synergies Work believes in celebrating entrepreneurs at every step of their journey – whether you’re a fresh startup or a seasoned enterprise. So don’t hesitate on applying just because you think you’re too big or too small. You’re still an important part of the disabled business community and we want to shine the spotlight on you!
The winners of each category will be invited to attend the EDDIE Awards ceremony in Atlanta, Georgia, to accept their award with complimentary air travel, hotel stay, and transportation.
During the ceremony, our judges will announce the Entrepreneur of the Year which will be chosen from among the category winners and receive a $10,000 cash prize alongside a suite of other services.
Applications will be opening in September 2026.
Our team will carefully review your application. If you are selected to proceed to Round 2, we will send you a follow-up form requesting some additional final information.
Once the additional information is submitted, our panel of judges will evaluate all Round 2 entries. They will select the top three finalists in each category.
All finalists will be notified at least one month before the awards.
