Judge Testimonials

As a first-year participant, I can honestly say that the CODiE judging process was extremely well organized and user friendly. I am flattered to have been included and loved seeing demonstrations of software products from companies wanting to make a difference in the lives of our students.

Diana M McGhee

Diana M McGhee

CIO for the Fort Thomas Independent Schools

By serving as a judge, I feel that I am helping the publishers understand the various needs of students and teachers in typical classrooms.

Kathy Smith

Kathy Smith

Science and Technology Teacher, School District of Philadelphia

It is thrilling to have the opportunity to view, first-hand, the most valuable resources available. I am experiencing the best that technology has to offer!

Barbara Kurtz

Barbara Kurtz

Meadville Area Senior High School

Judging the Best CDP category gave me a chance to exchange knowledge with organizations who are tenaciously improving their products. Participating was a fantastic way to diversify and advance my expertise in MarTech.

Joshua Lee Storch

Joshua Lee Storch

Sr Director, Email & Data Operations, Haymarket Media

I enjoy participating in the CODiE awards judging process because it gives me an inside look into up and coming educational products!

Laura Smith

Laura Smith

Trinity Lutheran Christian School

Great people and Innovative products. It is an honor to be a jury member of SIIA CODiE Awards.

Satish Kumar Boguda

Satish Kumar Boguda

Software Engineer, Applexus Technologies

A great experience to share with the industry's leader and to help future buyers to choose the right tool for their needs.

François Martin

François Martin

OneStream Software

Judging is a great opportunity to see through fresh eyes both what is happening in the market and how buyers are being escorted though the vast marketplace.

Annette Grotz

Annette Grotz

Deltek

I highly value the opportunity to serve as a CODiE Judge! Through this experience, I am granted "back stage" access to new and developing technologies. I speak directly with staff involved in product development, helping me understand the features and benefits of products reviewed and goals for further development. As a district administrator, this experience helps me develop awareness of what's happening at the cutting edge of educational technology. I know what tools are available now and will likely be available in the near future to best meet the learning needs of students.

Lisa Blank

Lisa Blank

Director of STEM Programs, Watertown City School District

Serving as a CODiE judge is a wonderful opportunity to see first-hand how technical solutions are solving problems and improving access to information, while also empowering you to leverage your own professional experience and expertise to influence the future of these solutions!

Dr. David J. Ayersman

Dr. David J. Ayersman

Vice President New River Community and Technical College

Glad to have judged excellent products that will define the future. SIIA CODiE is a very well-organized program and a great way for us to give back to community and recognize the potential of innovative products.

Sachin Shukla

Sachin Shukla

Oracle

It's always an exhilarating experience to judge innovative nominees at SIIA's CODiE awards - even from a European perspective.

Harry Strasser

Harry Strasser

Executive Partner for Innovation & Transformation

Being a CODiE Judge gives you an opportunity to talk with people in the companies who otherwise you might not have the opportunity to meet. You can ask questions and share ideas with people who can help you really learn the products or they can make adjustments to the products per your recommendation. I have had presenters say that they really like my idea or my question pushes them to think about their product a little bit differently.

Sonja Abdelgawad

Sonja Abdelgawad

Belton School District, Belton, MO

Judging for CODiE gave me a sneak peek at technology I would not have a chance to witness otherwise. And there is a hope that my comment will impact the product evolution.

Konstantin Rychkov

Konstantin Rychkov

research manager, IDC

A CODiE Awards Judge not only gets a chance to interact with new and leading-edge vendors, but they get to influence their industry segment in a very real way!

David Coleman

David Coleman

Managing Director Collaborative Strategies, Inc.

I enjoy being a CODiE judge because it keeps me current in new solutions, tools and products that are in the field. This process allows me access to resources that I might not hear of otherwise. Over the years I have enjoyed seeing the progress that is being made in the industry, and how nominees are becoming responsive to our suggestions and input.

Elizabeth Freeman

Dr. Elizabeth Freeman

CUSD 300

My Experience as a CODiE Judge has allowed me to grow in my field and gain knowledge that I can apply in my job and share with others who have similar interests.

Miriam Maske

New Mexico State University

Judging the CODiES provides a great opportunity to see how content and technology providers are leveraging emerging technologies to solve b2b customer problems. And it's a great chance for us to give back to the industry.

Barry Graubart

Barry Graubart

Head of Product, Agolo

It's great to see all the exciting things that are happening in the field. I've judged in several categories and it is also interesting to see the breadth of innovation.

Chris Johnson

Chris Johnson

University of Arizona

Being a CODiE judge gave me the opportunity to see new and exciting products that are entering the market and how they plan to address gaps in the existing market sphere.

Lucie Martineau

Lucie Martineau

Showbie Inc.

Being a CODiE judge was an excellent opportunity to both give back to the software community and learn about amazing new products that people and companies are creating.

Ross Dickie

Ross Dickie

President & COO, Human eSources

Judging the CODiE Awards is a great way to discover new products and services relevant to your career. It's exciting to get an inside look into what's new and what's next, and provide feedback that may take the brand to a whole new level. Overall it's a rewarding and eye-opening experience!

Brittany Bucceroni

Brittany Bucceroni

Director of Marketing, BizBash

I love being a part of the CODiE Awards community! Every year I am impressed and inspired by the high-quality entrants and the thoughtful and innovative solutions put forward.

Adrian Davis

Adrian Davis

President, Whetstone Inc.