Awards

2023 Distinguished and Outstanding Lifetime Achievement Award

In 2023, Jo Lernout was honored by the World Complexity Science Academy (WCSA) for his groundbreaking work in speech technology and his innovative contributions to the field. This recognition from WCSA underscores his enduring influence and the complexity of the challenges he addressed through his pioneering efforts.

Third Flemish Entrepreneur of the Century by the Economic Editorial Team of De Standaard

Jo Lernout was recognized as the third Flemish Entrepreneur of the Century by the Economic Editorial Team of De Standaard. This prestigious honor highlighted his influential role in the development of the speech technology industry and his lasting contributions to the Belgian economy

1997 Flanders Manager of the Year

In 1997, Jo Lernout was named Flanders Manager of the Year, an accolade that celebrated his significant impact on the technology sector in Flanders. This award acknowledged his role in driving innovation and economic growth in the region through his leadership at Lernout & Hauspie.

1997 Trends Manager of the Year Award

Jo Lernout was honored with the 1997 Trends Manager of the Year Award in Belgium, recognizing his exceptional leadership and pioneering contributions to the field of speech and language technology through his work at Lernout & Hauspie. His visionary approach helped establish the company as a global leader in the industry during the 1990s.