@rsalz @romen Actually I am very glad that the OpenSSL Project issued these awards!
We had a conversation within OTC where we looked at the statistics of contributions for 3.5 and these 4 individuals did distinguish themselves even well beyond their already exemplar track record of contributions over the years!
The dedication and effort they gave to ensure PQC would land in 3.5 goes well beyond an โemployee of the monthโ award!