The Award Categories
ITAD of the Year
In recognition of a company or organization that participates in the disposition of IT assets, that has gone above and beyond what is expected to strengthen the ITAD industry and support others in the space.
ITAD Professional of the Year
In recognition of an individual in the ITAD industry that does their job in a way that exemplifies the highest ethical standards and an unequalled level of knowledge and expertise.
ITAD Rising Star
In recognition of an individual who has spent ten years or less in the ITAD industry, but has provided benefit to their company and their industry in that time.
Excellence in Innovation and Design
In recognition of a company's development of equipment, processes, or tools that foster and support the work of ITAD's in their quest for ethical, efficient and customer-focused execution of the IT asset disposition process.
ITAD Circular Leadership Award
Recognizing companies that consistently introduce innovative solutions, processes, or technologies that drive positive change, improve efficiency, and help the ITAD industry address its evolving challenges.
Most Outstanding Wholesale IT Asset Purchaser
In recognition of the company or broker that, through their commercial operations, supports and fosters the growth and integrity of the ITAD Industry.
Most Outstanding E-Scrap Material Purchaser
In recognition of the company or broker whose commercial activities, buying and selling e-scrap material, supports and fosters the growth and integrity of the ITAD Industry.
Service or Equipment Provider of the Year
Awarded to the organization that sets the standard for excellence in IT asset disposition by delivering reliable services or high-quality equipment that drive efficiency, sustainability, and innovation across the industry.
Enduring Impact Award
This recognition celebrates sustained leadership, integrity, and contribution over many years — from advancing data security and environmental responsibility to elevating standards, mentoring professionals, and strengthening trust in the circular economy.
Key Dates
5.01.26
Nominations Will Close
6.7.26
Announcement of Finalists and Voting Opens on the ITAD Summit App
7.20.26
Voting Closes
8.05.26
Winners are announced at the 2027 ITAD Summit
2025 Awards Winners
ITAD Innovation Excellence Award
3 Step IT
ITAD Company of the Year
Iron Mountain
OEM Circular Innovation Award
HP
Most Outstanding Wholesale IT Asset Purchaser
MPL Solutions
Most Outstanding E-Scrap Material Purchaser
Nugreen
ITAD Service Provider of the Year
Guardian Data Destruction
Refurbisher of the Year
Converge Technology Solutions
ITAD Industry Rising Star
Azhar Raza
(TDW US|UAE)
ITAD Individual of the Year
Sue Bywater-Read
(Vyta)