The 2024 List
An independent list fully curated by the Hyperight editorial team
The Nordic 100 list features not only data, advanced analytics and AI practitioners but also individuals dedicated to supporting the data community. Moreover, it highlights those accelerating Data and AI innovation capabilities in the Nordic region. They are Data and AI practitioners working in mid-size companies or enterprises, academics, individuals promoting ideas or actions to increase the maturity in the area, experts in vendor organizations or agencies, governmental initiative representatives, spokesmen, or simply innovators developing new ways of working, new products or services. The Hyperight Nordic 100 in Data, Analytics and AI 2024 is divided into 9 categories depending on the area that practitioners are working in or supporting: Data Management, Business Analytics and BI, Data Science, Machine Learning, AI, Data Engineering, Applied Analytics, Innovation and Ethics, Diversity and Regulation.
The List, that changes every year by introducing 100 new names, is designed to recognize and celebrate the work and efforts of exceptional individuals in our network, who are driving the Data and AI innovation forward, selflessly sharing their knowledge with others, and inspiring young generations and other practitioners to follow the same path. The list should not be, in any way, perceived as a competition or a ranking list.
Curation of the List
The 2024 edition of the list is 100% curated by the Hyperight editorial team (Editor’s Choice). In the years to come, the list will be open to nominations by the Nordic data community (Community Choice). Every practitioner who works with Data, Analytics and AI in the Nordics, can apply. And they can also nominate someone else. When curating the list, we take into account three main criteria:
Leadership and Innovation
Individuals who have shown leadership and innovation skills within their or many other organizations, demonstrating and advocating the importance and value of Data, Advanced Analytics and AI.
Influence and Engagement
Engagement with the broader Data, Analytics and AI industry is important. This can include being a member of an industry council, speaking at industry conferences or taking part in meet-ups, creating knowledge-sharing and collaboration activities, having published research or showcasing thought leadership through different channels.
Delegate Feedback
On rare occasions, we select Nordic speakers whose presentations have been received with great enthusiasm by the delegates attending Hyperight events.
Community Choice nominated individuals are subject to selection by the Hyperight editors based on the above criteria. Nomination entries are free of charge and confidential.
Important Dates
15th of May – Last day to apply or nominate
21st of May – The List is made public
Why Apply or Nominate?
Our Editorial Team
Goran Cvetanovski
Goran Cvetanovski is the Founder and CEO of Hyperight AB, a global organization that promotes knowledge-sharing and networking in data and AI innovation. Under his leadership, Hyperight has successfully launched internationally recognized events like the Data Innovation Summit, Data 2030 Summit, and DSML Summit. With over 18 years of experience in event management, research, guerrilla marketing, sales, and business development, Goran has become a prominent figure in the industry. As a serial entrepreneur and angel investor, he excels at spotting and nurturing innovative ideas. He also champions women in technology as a Board Member of Girls in Tech Nordics and shares his passion for AI and data through the AIAW Podcast, where he serves as Executive Producer, delivering valuable insights into these fields.
Saranda Arifi
Saranda Arifi is the Editorial Director at Hyperight AB, an organization that helps businesses enhance their data innovation and AI capabilities through platforms that foster knowledge sharing, networking, and B2B collaboration. She plays a key role in developing and executing both existing and new conferences, overseeing project planning and management, as well as shaping content strategy. With a background in project management and advisory roles for local and international institutions, Saranda brings valuable expertise to her position.
