BRYGE AI has received the Silver Stevie Award for Best Health Tech Product for Women at the 2025 Stevie Awards for Women in Business, recognizing its innovative approach to improving communication between neurotypical individuals and people with ADHD. The AI-powered communication assistant transforms overwhelming or unclear messages into ADHD-aware, emotionally intelligent communication that reduces anxiety, confusion, and miscommunication in relationships, classrooms, and workplaces.
Developed by founder Rebecca Koniahgari, BRYGE AI focuses specifically on communication health rather than productivity or therapy functions. The tool includes an ADHD-aware rewrite engine for tone and clarity, cognitive load and pressure analysis, personalized educational feedback, and voice cloning for accessible message delivery. This specialized approach addresses a critical gap in technology supporting neurodiverse communication.
Judges praised the platform for its empathy-driven design and real-world impact. One judge described it as "an amazing health tech solution… not just tech with impact, but a caring, feasible, and radical change in the right direction." Another noted that "putting empathy at the center of AI is so appreciated—you're not just bridging communication gaps, you're rewriting the emotional script for countless relationships." Additional feedback characterized the technology as "a thoughtful, much-needed tool with real promise" and "a user-friendly, intuitive technology that gives those living and working with ADHD an authentic voice."
The award's significance extends beyond recognition, highlighting the growing need for tools that support mental wellness and communication challenges faced by women with ADHD in both personal and professional contexts. Koniahgari explained, "Inspired by the experiences of women with ADHD, BRYGE AI empowers neurotypicals to communicate with empathy, clarity, and understanding for everyone with ADHD. Receiving this Stevie Award is a powerful validation of our mission. It reinforces that technology can and should be built to foster deeper human connection and support neurodiversity."
Early users including educators, professionals, and partners have reported measurable reductions in anxiety and improvements in clarity, trust, and emotional understanding when communicating with ADHD individuals. The recognition comes amid increasing awareness of neurodiversity in workplace and educational environments, where communication barriers can significantly impact relationships and performance.
The Stevie Awards for Women in Business, now in its 22nd year, received its most varied and diverse body of nominations ever according to Maggie Miller, president of the Stevie Awards. Winners were determined by the average scores of more than 190 business professionals worldwide serving on seven juries. Additional information about the awards and winners is available at https://Women.StevieAwards.com.
This recognition signals broader industry shifts toward technology that prioritizes emotional intelligence and accessibility. As organizations increasingly recognize the importance of inclusive communication practices, tools like BRYGE AI represent a growing category of health technology focused on improving interpersonal dynamics rather than individual productivity. The platform's success demonstrates market readiness for solutions that address the complex communication needs within neurodiverse relationships and environments.
