The Unblocker Awards

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The Unblocker Awards

28 May, 16:55 - 17:30 (Europe/Berlin) - Main Stage

28 May, 14:55 - 15:30 (UTC)

Continuous Design
UXDX EMEA 2026

This year in Berlin, we will be announcing the winners of The Unblockers, three awards built to recognise cross functional teams who can show a clear chain from evidence to decision to impact. This is not a popularity contest, and it is not about glossy decks or “best process” theatre. It is about practical case studies that other teams can learn from, grounded in what actually changed and what it moved.

Award categories

  • Impact Award: Evidence that led to real outcomes (adoption, retention, conversion)
  • Best Use of AI Award: AI that changed how you work or what you built
  • The Unblocker Award: Removing barriers so cross functional teams move faster
    Submit a quick expression of interest by March 22nd. If you are shortlisted, you’ll receive instructions to complete the official submission. Winners will be announced live in the final session.
    Apply here: The Unblockers - Quick Entry
Mihaela Draghici

Mihaela Draghici, Ambassador,UXDX

AJ King

AJ King, Senior UX Researcher II: Internationalization,Optro