New Product/Service & Sustainability Awards Judging Committee
Chair:
Joshe Ordonez, Founder & CEO
Airpals Technologies Inc., Brooklyn, New York, United States
Joshe Ordoñez is the Founder of Airpals, a Google-backed platform that helps teams transform chaotic parcel shipping into a streamlined, compliant, and cost-effective operation. Trusted by over 6,000 enterprise operators and featured in outlets like Forbes, Cosmopolitan Magazine, and Nasdaq, Airpals is redefining how companies manage internal shipping at scale—whether it’s production supplies, documents, samples, equipment, or more.
Each year, up to 30% of internal parcel shipping spend is lost due to costly human errors, hidden fees, missed consolidation, fragmented carrier management, and the overwhelming burden of processing thousands of invoices, often manually or via outdated EDI systems. These inefficiencies introduce not just delays, but serious compliance risks and employee burnout across teams who should be focused on high-leverage work.
Airpals was built on the belief that parcel shipping should run silently and efficiently in the background. The platform unifies every shipping provider a company already uses into one auditable system, automating workflows, eliminating overcharges, and giving teams the tools to ship smarter, not harder.
An award-winning operator with over a decade of experience in production and apparel manufacturing, Joshe built Airpals for the people doing the real work behind the scenes, giving them the tools and visibility they’ve never had, but have always deserved.
Committee:
Chirag Agrawal, Global Head, Data Science
Novelis, Cumming, Georgia, United States
Chirag has nearly 20 years of experience in the fields of IT, Strategy Consulting, and Manufacturing. Chirag is skilled in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Machine Vision, Generative AI, Agentic AI, Simulations, and Cloud Solutions. With over 15 years of experience in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, including Cloud Transformation, Generative AI, and Agentic AI.
Kavin Anburaj, Internal Audit Director - Privacy & Legal Compliance
Meta Platforms, Redwood City, California, United States
Gopikrishnan Anilkumar, Principal Product Manager - Technical
Amazon, Seattle, Washington, United States
Gopikrishnan Anilkumar is a Principal Product Manager at Amazon Web Services, where he leads innovations in generative AI, speech AI, and agentic systems.
Rishabh Animesh, Senior Manager, Software Development
Amazon, Seattle, Washington, United States
Rishabh Animesh is an engineering leader with 13 years of experience in cloud computing and distributed systems. He holds multiple granted U.S. patents in areas such as scalable request handling, structured archival, and intelligent data placement. He has led high-impact engineering organizations, delivering innovations that power mission-critical workloads.
Nneoma Azubuike, Finance Manager
Amazon, Seattle, Washington, United States
Nneoma Azubuike is a Finance professional with cross-industry experience in investment banking, financial planning & analysis, and vendor management. Proven track record of delivering strategic financial insights, optimizing reporting processes, and leading negotiations that resulted in multimillion-dollar contributions. Nneoma has more than 7 years experience in finance.
Dipak Banerjee, Senior Production Planning Tooling Engineer
Welspun Tubular Inc, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Dipak is performance-driven and an accomplished professional with extensive experience in leading production planning operations. He has a proven track record of driving productivity improvement and expense reduction through improved methods of instruction and strategic planning of resources. Dipak has expertise in directing projects from conception to completion.
Ritish Chugh, Lead Analytics Engineer
Airbnb, San Francisco, California, United States
Ritish Chugh is a senior analytics leader with over a decade of experience delivering transformative data solutions at Fortune 500 companies, including Airbnb, Amazon, Citibank, and Worldpay. He specializes in semantic metric design, AI-driven analytics, enterprise automation, and global compliance reporting. Ritish’s work has enabled trusted, scalable decision-making for organizations.
Dr. Marline C Duroseau, Leadership Executive - CFO - CPA - Resilience Expert - Author - Speaker - Fertility Coach & Advocate
MCD Business Enterprise LLC, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
Dr. Marline C. Duroseau is a leadership executive, CFO, CPA, and women's confidence coach with 23+ years of experience. As a founder, author, and TEDx speaker, she empowers high-achieving women to rise in leadership through her business coaching programs, advocacy work, and research on women navigating disruption and success.
Khaled Elnems, (Q.C.) Industrial Design Innovation
Parsons & Founder EGY Inventors Society, MBZ City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Khaled, a UAE-based Q.C. Innovations (R&D), works with International Consultants and is a jury member on the Committee for International Engineering Innovation Exhibitions, a Co-founder (Vice President) of The Egyptian Inventors Society (Syndicate), Head of Delegation for Young Inventors in Egypt and UAE. He supports cooperation with women and marginalized inventors.
Bidisha Goswami, Senior Business Systems Analyst
The Pokemon Company Intl., Bellevue, Washington, United States
Bidisha Goswami is a Senior Oracle Business Systems Analyst with over 8 years of experience in Oracle ERP implementations for Finance modules. She holds a Master’s in Science from SUNY Stony Brook and specializes in data migration strategies, integration support, and reporting optimization for complex financial systems.
Kristine Gross, President
World Tree Productions, Dublin, Ohio, United States
Kristine Gross is a 5x entrepreneur, President of World Tree Productions and Executive Producer of the global hit series, the Plus 1 Eco Odyssey™, a reality TV series that features Gen Z eco entrepreneurs who compete to win a $50,000 prize and 12-month mentorship to scale their business.
Amit Grover, Head Product Management- Consumer Onboarding
PayPal, San Jose, California, United States
Amit Grover currently heads the product strategy and management for consumer onboarding at PayPal. He has impacted users' lives while working at various Fortune 500 companies such as SanDisk, Samsung, and Texas Instruments. At PayPal, Amit is responsible for overseeing the entire product development process for consumer onboarding and engagement.
Jessica (Jiangying) Guo, Founder & Product Designer
Mud Silk Studios, Brooklyn, New York, United States
Jessica Guo is the founder of Mud Silk Studios, a women-led brand reviving Chinese craftsmanship through sustainable design. Recognized with a Sustainability Award, Mud Silk has reached 90 cities in 14 countries and been exhibited internationally at NYCxDesign Week, Coterie New York, and Vienna Design Week.
Ananti Gupta, Product Manager - Staff
DoorDash, Seattle, Washington, United States
Ananti Gupta is a Senior Technical Product Manager with nine years of experience in financial technology and machine learning–driven products. With an MBA and a background in Electronics and Communication Engineering, she combines technical expertise and strategic vision to deliver innovative, impactful solutions in the technology sector.
Angelique Hamilton, CEO, Chief People & Culture Officer
The HR Chique Group, Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Angelique Hamilton, MBA, is the Founder and Chief Coaching Officer of HR Chique Group, a woman-owned digital HR consultancy. With 20+ years of experience, she helps businesses create diverse, people-first cultures through servant leadership, coaching, and consulting, empowering entrepreneurs and promoting mental wellness and work-life balance.
Enobong Hanson, Production Operations Lead
SHELL PLC (RICE UNIVERSITY MBA), Houston, Texas, United States
Enobong is an experienced energy professional with over a decade at Shell PLC, specializing in upstream and midstream oil and gas operations. Currently completing his MBA at Rice University, he brings expertise in production optimization, project management, supply chain strategy, and sustainable energy solutions, with a focus on operational excellence and innovation.
Sherone R. Hubbard, Founder and Principal Consultant
OSH Consulting, LLC., Savannah, Georgia, United States
Sherone Hubbard is Founder and Principal Consultant of OSH Consulting, LLC. She has been a pharmacist for 20 years and is a graduate of Auburn University's Harrison School of Pharmacy. She has experience in community, hospital, and compounding pharmacy settings, as well as in the pharmaceutical supply chain.
Sahaya Joseph Augustine, Vice President, Business Analysis
The Bank of New York (BNY), New York City, New York, United States
Sahaya is a Product Leader and Business Analysis Expert at BNY. She drives innovation through data-driven strategies, consistently delivering impactful solutions that optimize processes and enhance customer experiences. Renowned for her exceptional stakeholder management skills, she fosters strong relationships across the board to align business objectives and deliver transformative results.
Rebecca Koniahgari, Technical Lead
Uptrend Motion, New York City, New York, United States
Rebecca Koniahgari holds a master's in Computer Science from the New York Institute of Technology and has over a decade of experience in software and AI. She has worked at award-winning digital agencies, develops impactful digital solutions, and mentors and empowers women to succeed and thrive in technology.
Nick Leonardo, Founder & CEO
Yapp LLC, Seattle, Washington, United States
Founder & CEO of Yapp Sailing Course, an award-winning EdTech app redefining sailing theory through mobile microlearning. Winner of two Gold Stevie® Awards in 2025. Served on the New Product Judging Committee for the 2025 Stevie® Awards for Women in Business.
Dr. Ahmed Mahafzah, BTEC Expert Coordinator
Ministry of Education, Amman, Jordan
Dr. Ahmed Mahafzah, works as an expert BTEC coordinator at the Ministry of Education, Amman, Jordan. With a PhD in Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage Management. Dr. Ahmed has worked as a teacher and lecturer in three universities and colleges within the departments of hospitality, tourism, and culinary arts for more than 8 years.
Ritika Maheshwari, Principal Product Management Technical
Mastercard Incorporated LLC, O’Fallon, St Charles County, Missouri, United States
Ritika is a product leader with 14+ years of experience building and scaling AI-driven products in PaymentTech and HRTech. An expert in product strategy, she executes multi-million dollar technology initiatives and drives international market growth. She shares her insights on advanced product management through her Substack, "The Product Monograph."
Sai Veda Prakash Masetty, Vice President of Engineering
Zams, San Francisco, California, United States
Sai Veda Masetty is VP of Engineering at Zams and Cofounder of VedaVerse. He specializes in building AI agents that automate back-office operations and in creating developer platforms that accelerate learning and delivery. Previously, he improved payroll processing speeds, has shipped multiple features on two-week cadences, and mentored 100+ new developers.
Raj Mehta, Resident Consultant
Trimble Inc, Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Raj is a visionary civil engineer who leverages cutting-edge software to modernize and optimize transportation infrastructure asset management. Through a combination of deep technical expertise and a meticulous understanding of client objectives, he spearheads revolutionary implementations of SaaS solutions to manage DOT assets.
Fiyinfoluwa Openiyi, Data Analyst
Dare to Care Food Bank, Louisville, Kentucky, United States
Fiyinfoluwa Openiyi is a results-driven Data Analyst at Dare to Care, leading major technology initiatives, enhancing data governance, and implementing cybersecurity measures. Known for her adaptability and problem-solving, she excels at managing complex projects, improving processes, and supporting organizational excellence through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Aswinkumar Ramesh, Lead Analytics Engineer
Amazon, Seattle, Washington, United States
Aswin spearheads the conceptualization, creation, and implementation of cutting-edge and adaptable analytics solutions, fostering innovation at Amazon. He plays a pivotal role in guiding the development and integration of analytical products on a global scale at Amazon.
Shireen Saini, Senior UX Designer
Google, San Francisco, California, United States
Shireen Saini is an experienced design lead at Google, currently shaping core user experiences for the Android platform. Her background includes a Master's in Human-Centered Design from the University of Washington and foundational design roles at companies like Zulily and Wayfair.
Giselle Sandy-Phillips Founder & Chief Executive Officer
World of Consulting LLC, Lansdale, Pennsylvania, United States
Giselle Sandy-Phillips is founder of World of Consulting LLC and author of Thriving in the Modern Workplace. She has more than 22 years’ experience in project management, business transformation, and workforce strategy. A graduate of Keller School of Management with two master’s degrees, she partners with employers and educators to bridge generational gaps.
Yixuan (Sonia) Song, UX Interaction Designer
Google, San Jose, California, United States
Yixuan (Sonia) Song is a UX interaction designer at Google, specializing in SaaS and enterprise solutions. With a background in psychology and design, she has worked on cloud computing, migration, and modernization projects. She has received multiple design awards and has experience in UX research, visual design, and product strategy.
Vandana Tanu, Lead Business Analyst/Product Owner
Skysolutions LLC, Herndon, Virginia, United States
Vandana Tanu is a senior Pega Lead Business Architect with 20+ years in digital health IT. At Sky Solutions, she leads modernization using Pega, AI, and low-code platforms. She holds an MBA in Project Management from NMIMS and a Bachelor's in Computer Applications from BIT, and is a recognized industry thought leader.
Guanwei Tao, Rachel Manager, New Business & Customer Strategy
TriMas, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, United States
Rachel Tao, a Ph.D. candidate in Business Leadership, is a global product leader with 18+ years in medical devices. She specializes in commercialization, innovation, and cross-functional leadership, has launched products worldwide for Fortune 500 companies, and mentors women in tech—bringing strategic insight and expertise to the Stevie Awards judging panel.
Sreeja Vallamulla, Founding Engineer
Obviously AI, Inc., San Francisco, California, United States
A San Francisco-based engineer, Sreeja Vallamulla leads end-to-end product development as a Founding Engineer at Zams and CTO of VedaVerse. She previously built enterprise software at Accenture. She holds an M.S. in Information Technology. She has also published a paper with IEEE and reviews IEEE conference papers very actively.
Ramya Krishna Reddy Vuyyuru, Senior Technical Product Manager
QuidelOrtho, Wesley Chapel, Florida, United States
Ramya K R Vuyyuru is a Senior Technical Product Manager with 14+ years leading global technology initiatives across healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing. A master’s graduate in Data Science, she drives AI and digital transformation, mentors emerging women leaders, and serves as a judge for international innovation awards.
Stacy Weil, Senior Vice President, Business Operations
Premier Research, Austin, Texas, United States
Stacy - DHI, MS, BSDH, CPHIMS - has over 25 years of experience in the drug development industry. Her expertise is operations oversight, and she focuses on improving productivity and process across Project Operations, Health Technology, and Health Data functions. Stacy is an investor and serves as a board member and advisor to start-up companies.
Mariam Zakaria, Customer Experience Senior Manager
Telecom, Egypt, Giza, Egypt
Mariam Zakaria is a telecom leader with 19+ years of experience across Vodafone Egypt, Etisalat Egypt, and Telecom Egypt. Currently a Senior Manager of Customer Experience at Telecom Egypt, she drives strategic initiatives to optimize service quality and customer journeys. Mariam manages cross-functional customer experience programs.