First known as “Backrub,” the search engine arrived with founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin in rollerblades and hockey jerseys at the 2000 Webby Awards, accepting dual honors for Technical Achievement with the five-word speech: “Google gives great…search results.” Search became the web’s front door. Gmail, a 2005 Webby honoree, made email fast and limitless. Maps put the blue dot in our pockets and turned neighborhoods into searchable worlds. Then YouTube made video the language of the Internet; its co-founders Steve Chen and Chad Hurley were named Webby People of the Year in 2007 as uploads turned into careers and culture. Google organized information, rewired habits, and gave creators a global stage. With Gemini now pushing AI into search and creativity, Google continues to define the fundamental elements of the Internet we use every day.

Google Founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin at The Webby Awards

NOTABLE WORKS

Google Search (2000)

Gmail (2005)

YouTube Live (2009)

_________________________________________

The 30th Annual Webby Awards is Open

Earning a Webby Award can take your company to new heights, but only if you participate. Submit work in the 30th Annual Webby Awards by the Early Entry Deadline on Friday, October 24, 2025 for best pricing.