Fatema Hamdani Named Global Technology Leader at Women in Tech 2024

WomenTech Network announced the winners for the Women in Tech Global Awards 2024, celebrating +140,000 women, minorities, and allies in tech.

Emeryville, California – December 5, 2024: Fatema Hamdani, Co-founder and CEO of Kraus Hamdani Aerospace, was recognized as a winner at the largest virtual awards celebration in technology for women, minorities, and their allies, Women in Tech Global Awards 2024 by WomenTech Network, on the world's largest community for women in tech with more than +9500 ambassadors in 179 countries.

This year’s competition features an extraordinary 1,560 contestants representing 128 countries across 21 diverse categories, showcasing the global influence and reach of the Women in Tech Global Awards.

Fatema Hamdani won Gold in the category Global Technology Leadership for her conscious leadership in advancing autonomous technologies and AI-driven solutions at Kraus Hamdani Aerospace. 

As Co-Founder and CEO, Fatema has led her company to become a leading innovator in ultra-long-endurance aerial systems, including the K1000ULE, the world's most advanced 100% electric, longest-endurance uncrewed aerial system in its size and weight category. 

Her dedication to addressing critical global challenges through collaboration and innovation has positioned Kraus Hamdani Aerospace as a trusted partner for the U.S. Department of Defense and industries such as telecommunications, energy, and climate action. Under her guidance, the company has won numerous accolades, including Inc., BIG Awards, and Edison. Fatema herself has been recognized as a top tech leader by Stevie, the Global CEO Excellence Awards, and the AmCham Alliance.

“We are honored to be recognized as a winner at the Women in Tech Global Awards 2024,” said Fatema Hamdani. “This prestigious award highlights our dedication to innovation and inclusion within the tech industry, and we are incredibly proud to be celebrated alongside such remarkable leaders and changemakers in this field.”

In addition to honoring tech leaders, the celebration provided nominees, finalists, and guests with inspiring keynotes by industry leaders, engaging discussions, and opportunities to network virtually with people from all corners of the world.

At the celebration, WomenTech Network shines a light on the most accomplished and inspiring female tech leaders, mentors, and rising stars worldwide.

"On behalf of WomenTech Network, I would like to congratulate Fatema Hamdani and all of our 2024 winners, finalists, and nominees for their hard work and dedication to making positive change within their communities and in technology. WomenTech Network deeply appreciates your ongoing support for our mission to advance gender equality in the tech industry and celebrate the outstanding success of women on a global scale. We are proud that you are part of our outstanding global community!" Anna Radulovski, CEO & Founder, WomenTech Network.

The event served as an inspiring reminder of the importance of investing in education, training, and resources for women and minorities in tech so they can continue to help drive innovation in the industry.

Some of the success stories from the winners and 700+ influential women in tech will be featured at the world-renowned Women in Tech Global Conference 2025, one of the largest virtual conferences for women working within the tech industry.

About Kraus Hamdani Aerospace

Kraus Hamdani Aerospace is a global leader in Ultra-Long Endurance (ULE) Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) that mimic nature by utilizing onboard Artificial Intelligence to silently glide through the air like a bird and generate clean onboard energy. The K1000ULE is the longest-endurance, fully electric, zero-emissions autonomous aircraft in its size and weight category (Group-2 UAS).

The K1000ULE provides aerial-based FMV ISR, EW, ELINT, GEOINT, and voice-and-data communication services enabled by an AI-based autonomous vehicle coordination system called UpSwarm. This addresses critical customer needs within various sectors, such as emergency and disaster relief, data and telecommunications, defense, agriculture, oil and gas, climate change, and wildlife preservation.

About Women in Tech Global Awards

The Women in Tech Global Awards recognize women and organizations making significant contributions to the technology industry through leadership, innovation, and diversity initiatives. Hosted by the WomenTech Network, the awards celebrate individuals and teams driving change and creating opportunities for the next generation of women in tech.