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Collibra Honors Customer Achievements with 2025 Excellence Awards

On September 24, 2025, Collibra, a leading name in unified governance for data and AI, unveiled the recipients of its prestigious annual Collibra Excellence Awards. These awards are a testament to the remarkable accomplishments of teams and individuals from prominent global organizations that have partnered with Collibra to enhance the safe use of data while ensuring its clarity and accessibility.

The Collibra Excellence Awards have been acknowledging noteworthy data-related achievements since their inception in 2018. The goal is to celebrate those who effectively utilize the Collibra Platform to harness reliable data, thereby unlocking valuable insights and instilling data confidence within their organizations.

Winners of the 2025 Awards

This year's winners exemplified dedication and innovation across various categories. The award for Data Program of the Year went to McDonald's Corporation, recognized for its exemplary data transformation program that showcased vision and the ambition to drive substantial business value. This award highlights how large organizations can successfully navigate the complexities of data management to enhance overall performance.

Jacqueline Paneque of TE Connectivity earned the title of Data Citizen of the Year. This accolade celebrates leaders who inspire organizational change and make a significant impact through their commitment to data confidence. Paneque’s efforts have proven instrumental in fostering an environment where data is not only trusted but also viewed as a pivotal resource for strategic decisions.

The award for Collibra Ranger of the Year was presented to Teresa Gustavson from American Century Investments. This recognition is awarded to a Collibra Ranger who has made significant strides in designing and implementing data and AI programs, ensuring these initiatives translate into real business value, demonstrating the critical role of leadership in data-driven success.

Additionally, Grant Rollerson from Suncorp was honored as the Collibra Community Champion of the Year, acknowledging his collaborative spirit and commitment to knowledge sharing within the community. Rollerson's efforts exemplify the importance of peer support and collaboration for fostering a robust data ecosystem.

The Acceleration All-Star Award was given to the Emirates Group, representing an organization that rapidly achieved significant results through its data transformation initiatives. Their innovative methodologies reflect a clear understanding of how to enhance performance through effective use of data.

Moreover, the Trendsetter Award went to American Century Investments for leading a distinctive data initiative that leverages the Collibra platform in innovative ways, setting new industry benchmarks. Their approach serves as an inspiration for others in the field, illustrating the potential of unique data strategies.

Lastly, VDAB received the Adoption Hero Award. This recognition is for initiatives that successfully achieved notable user adoption rates through the implementation of best practices in data transformation.

About Collibra

Collibra is dedicated to accelerating the safe use of data and AI across its customer base. Their powerful, unified platform ensures flexible governance while maintaining continuous quality through automated visibility, control, and traceability, making them a trusted partner for leading brands worldwide. Collibra exemplifies the essence of Data Confidence™, unifying governance to empower every user across diverse use cases and data sources. This is crucial as organizations increasingly recognize the value of harnessing data to gain strategic insights.

For more details about the award winners and their inspiring stories, visit Collibra’s official website and follow them on social media platforms including LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and Instagram. Join in celebrating data innovation with Collibra as they continue to lead the way in data governance and AI integration.