TO BE ANNOUNCED 17 NOVEMBER 2026
At deb. we believe that great board members are not only competent, but also curious, courageous, and committed to lifelong learning and meaningful contribution. With these awards we celebrate individuals and boards that are shaping the future of governance: diverse in thought, bold in action, and devoted to creating real effect.
Nominate your candidate today!
Nominations close 23 October, 2026
Winners will be announced at the Future of Governance 2026. Read more here.
Do you know someone who has recently stepped into the boardroom, a rising star who shows up with curiosity, courage, and perspective, proving that impact starts from day one?
This award honors those who show that board work is not about waiting until you “are ready”, it’s about showing up, asking the right questions, and contributing with perspective from day one.
Have you seen a board or board member who dares to lead differently?
This award celebrates those who strengthens governance, drives innovation, and future-proofs their organization through diversity and learning. Who leave a lasting mark on business and society.
Nominate your candidate by briefly describing:
Who the nominee is (person or board)
What makes them stand out
Example of how they’ve contributed with questions, perspectives, impact or actions that matter
We welcome nominations from colleagues, mentors, peers, as well as self-nominations.
Thank you for lifting up and recognizing impact!
The winners will be announced at the Future of Governance Summit 2026. Read more here.
Nominate below, before 23 October:
deb. awards jury.
The jury consists of a group of experienced and dedicated individuals who share our vision that the board work of the future should be characterized by diversity, competence, and courage. As jury members, they bring unique perspectives, from the capabilities of board chairs and operational experience to ownership leadership, sustainability governance, and digital transformation.
The jury is responsible for reviewing and evaluating the nominations for deb. Awards, with the aim of highlighting impactful board work that is:
Forward-looking: Boards and members who not only uphold good governance but actively create value for the future.
Diverse in perspective: Boards that combine different backgrounds, competencies, and experiences, where this diversity contributes to better decision-making.
Result-oriented and socially responsible: Work that is assessed not only on traditional financial outcomes but also on the ability to take responsibility and contribute to a more sustainable business environment.
Johannes Wingborg.
Johannes Wingborg is Head of Ownership Governance at Länsförsäkringar Fondförvaltning and has worked with corporate governance since 2014. He has participated in more than 130 nomination committee processes and, ahead of the 2026 Annual General Meetings, served on 14 nomination committees, chairing three of them. As of 31 August 2026, Länsförsäkringar Fondförvaltning managed SEK 505 billion in assets across 39 funds.
Maria Hedengren.
Currently serves on the boards of Mips, Smart Eye and Scila AB.
With extensive background in scaling tech companies (former CFO of iZettle, CEO of Readly) and deep experience in corporate governance, she brings a powerful combination of strategic insight, financial acumen, and board-level perspective to deb.awards as a jury member.
Regina Sipos.
Chair of deb., Frilans Finans Group, Sekab, Knodd and currentliy holding a leading role in Social-Digital Innovation Initiative as founder and director. With deep expertise in social tech, innovation, and the intersection of technology and society, she is skilled in evaluating impact, innovation leadership, and board dynamics.
Thomas Bräutigam.
Former CEO at TAWI/ Piab, ColArt, BRIO, European Nursery Group and Tretorn. MBA from the Stockholm School of Economics. Board experience since 2016 at listed and private companies including member of audit and remuneration committees. Chair of AxKid, BabyBjörn, Sordin Group and Talurit Group. Board member at Mips.