Welcome to the 21st Annual Tampa Bay Tech Awards!
The Tampa Bay Tech Awards honor outstanding individuals, innovative companies, and groundbreaking projects within the vibrant Tampa Bay tech community. This awards show isn’t just an opportunity to recognize our community’s rising stars, unsung heroes, and fearless leaders…. it’s an opportunity for all of us to enjoy each other’s company, celebrate a hard year’s work, and gain inspiration from each other’s achievements.
So, let’s raise a glass, and celebrate together!
Event Agenda
6:00 PM Cocktail Reception and Hors D’oeuvres
7:15 PM Dinner is Served
8:00 PM Awards Program Begins
9:00 PM Awards Program End & After Party Begins
11:00 PM Event Comes to an End
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Business/Cocktail
And the 2024 Tampa Bay Tech Awards Finalists are...
Emerging Tech Company of the Year
The Emerging Tech Company of the Year Award celebrates outstanding achievement and/or innovation by a company headquartered in the Tampa Bay area. This award recognizes a company that has been in business for under 5 years and has shown exceptional commitment to advancing the region’s technology sector. The recipient of this award demonstrates excellence in market disruption through their impactful contributions to the industry, as evidenced by their people, programs, and projects.
Emerging Tech Leader of the Year
The Emerging Tech Leader of the Year Award honors a visionary leader under the age of 40 who has made a substantial and transformative impact on their team, organization, and the Tampa Bay tech community. The recipient exemplifies outstanding leadership, innovation, and dedication, driving significant advancements and fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. This individual is not only a trailblazer in their professional domain but also a proactive contributor to the broader tech ecosystem, inspiring others and setting new standards for success.
Tech Project of the Year
The Tech Project of the Year Award recognizes a groundbreaking technology project developed and led by an in-house team within the greater Tampa Bay area. The project should have been launched during the timeframe of Sept 2023 to Sept 2024 and created a significant impact regionally, nationally, or internationally through industry disruption or transformative effects within the organization. This award honors the ingenuity, dedication, and collaborative effort of the team that spearheaded a project, resulting in substantial advancements and setting new benchmarks in the technology landscape.
Tech Leader of the Year
The Tech Leader of the Year Award honors a C-level executive who has made an extraordinary impact on their organization and the broader technology industry. Nominees for this award must hold a C-level title, such as Chief Information Officer (CIO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), or a similar executive role. The recipient of this award should have direct oversight of at least 10 team members and demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and strategic vision. This award celebrates their ability to drive transformative change, foster innovation, and contribute significantly to the advancement of the technology sector.
Tech Company of the Year
The Tech Company of the Year Award recognizes a Tampa Bay headquartered company with over 5 years in business, dedicated to advancing the region’s technology community. The honored company exemplifies transformational excellence in its people, programs, and projects, making significant contributions to its industry and setting a standard for innovation and community engagement.
Tech Educator of the Year
The Tech Educator of the Year Award recognizes an individual in an educational role that made a significant impact on student interest in pursuing a technology-centric career in the region. Additionally, the educator has delivered positive outcomes for technology students in the Tampa Bay region. This award honors the commitment to delivering a quality technology-centric curriculum that is appreciated and practiced by the student population.
2024 Community Dedication & Leadership Award
Winner to be announced at the 21st Tampa Bay Tech Awards Show!
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And Thank You to Our 2024 Tampa Bay Tech Partners!
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