Starting any new business means taking a risk, but that's especially true for tech startups. This award recognizes a business that has been operating for less than 5 years with at least 4 full-time employees and is successfully innovating or reimagining how people in 417-land and beyond live and work.

The Midwest is primed for a technology takeover. This award recognizes a technology solution that radically improves the way 417-landers and beyond live, work or play. Whether hardware or software, we want to acknowledge the next-level innovations coming out of 417-land.

This award recognizes a business or organization that has used technology to make a significant impact in 417-land, whether that's building business-changing applications or using technology to make a difference for people in our community.

This award honors the leadership and vision it takes to successfully run a department, company or organization in 417-land. The nominee's position should be within the technology world but the company does not have to be a technology provider. Please also describe the executive, their management style, vision and overall excellence in technology.

This award recognizes the excellence of an up-and-coming local professional who has been working in technology for less than five years. Nominations must fully describe the individual and the impact being made.

Infrastructure design and support, software applications and all things in between would not be possible without engineers. This award recognizes the most impactful Solution Designer in 417-land. Nominations must fully describe the designer and explain their solution and the impact of their design.

Do you think you work for or with the best technology services company in 417? Tell us why and the best company will be recognized on stage.

Honors a Project Manager or Coordinator that has demonstrated superior organizational project management abilities by adding value to its organization through its support of successful strategic initiatives.

This award is intended for IT professionals on the front lines, working with end-users, and getting stuff done. If you have an employee who you feel needs to be truly acknowledged with an award, then tell us why they are so valued.

The IT Sales Person of the Year Award is a prestigious recognition given to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional performance in selling IT products or services, through their ability to understand client needs, build strong relationships, and communicate product benefits effectively. Nominees for this award should have exceeded their sales targets, displayed excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and a deep understanding of the IT industry, with a proven track record of winning new business and driving revenue growth. The award serves as a mark of excellence and inspiration for others in the industry.

This award is aimed at more traditionally behind-the-scenes professionals that often go unnoticed when everything is working correctly. If you have an employee who you feel needs to be truly acknowledged with an award, then why not tell us why they are so valued. This can be any employee that has shown outstanding initiative and gone above and beyond in their role. Their achievements do not necessarily need to be linked directly to the financial success of the organization; they may, for example, have had impact in other areas, resulting in the well-being of others, and, thereby, bringing value to the business overall. Tell us how your employee has made a difference.

The IT Person of the Year award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated exceptional technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership in the field of information technology. Nominees have a proven track record of delivering successful projects, driving innovation, and progressing the industry. The award serves as a mark of excellence and inspiration for others, demonstrating the value of hard work, dedication, and pursuit of technological advancement.

The IT Person of the Year award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated exceptional technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership in the field of information technology. Nominees have a proven track record of delivering successful projects, driving innovation, and progressing the industry. The award serves as a mark of excellence and inspiration for others, demonstrating the value of hard work, dedication, and pursuit of technological advancement.

The IT Person of the Year award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated exceptional technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership in the field of information technology. Nominees have a proven track record of delivering successful projects, driving innovation, and progressing the industry. The award serves as a mark of excellence and inspiration for others, demonstrating the value of hard work, dedication, and pursuit of technological advancement.

This award honors exceptional creativity and innovation in digital art and design. This year's recipient has produced visually stunning work demonstrating technical mastery, artistic vision, and imaginative use of digital tools to push the boundaries of their craft.