Dean Guida, the CEO of Infragistics and Slingshot, has been named the winner of a Technology Executive of the Year Stevie Award in The 23rd Annual American Business Awards. With over 35 years of experience in the technology industry, Guida has demonstrated his ability to adapt and innovate through various market shifts, from the dot-com bubble to the current AI revolution.
Guida’s leadership has been instrumental in building Infragistics into a successful company with operations in six countries and a client roster that includes 100% of the S&P 500. He has also launched Slingshot, an AI work management platform designed to help teams collaborate and make data-driven decisions.
The Stevie Awards judges praised Guida’s work, saying, “Dean Guida’s journey as a technology CEO and author is inspiring. His leadership in navigating market shifts, developing innovative solutions like Slingshot, and sharing his expertise through his book and podcast demonstrates a strong commitment to the industry.”
Guida has shared his blueprint for success with other entrepreneurs and leaders through his debut business book, “When Grit Is Not Enough,” and his podcast “AI & Data Driven Leadership.” He expressed his honor at being recognized for his work, stating, “Navigating the technology industry’s many ups and downs is not easy, and I know that firsthand. Generative AI’s rise to the forefront of the tech landscape is the next obstacle that, with the right game plan, can turn into companies’ biggest opportunity.”
The American Business Awards are the U.S.A.’s premier business awards program, with over 3,600 nominations considered this year. The Stevie Awards recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide, with competitions receiving more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in over 70 nations.
