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The Charlottesville Business Innovation Council has announced that nominations are open for this years Innovation Awards. I chair the research committee that does the leg work necessary for the judges to pick the recipients of the 11th annual Innovation Awards, and so I want to personally encourage each and every one of our many blog readers to submit a nomination for your favorite client, employer, cool-company-you-once-heard-about, or even yourself.
Not all awards are for companies either, so if you know of a really great teacher in the Charlottesville area using technology, or a business leader who is a “Navigator” for technology in this area, then please nominate them too! The more nominations we receive the better. Here is the press release from CBIC with more details and a description of each award:
Charlottesville Innovation Awards – Call for Nominations
The Charlottesville Business Innovation Council (CBIC) invites nominations for the 11th annual Charlottesville Innovation Awards (CIA).
Individuals and organizations are urged to use the nominating form on the CBIC website (http://www.cvillebic.org/cia/nominations) to submit nominations before the March 18 deadline to honor achievements in any of six categories:
People’s Choice Navigator Award – For the enterprise or individual who has demonstrated significant leadership in the local or regional business community, by making significant contributions toward the improvement or advancement of the high-tech, business and/or entrepreneurial environments, and thereby improving the quality of life for many.
Rocket Award – For the enterprise that has moved with noteworthy speed from concept toward commercialization, through development of a new technology, product or service in a new or existing business of any size.
Spotlight Award – To be presented to that enterprise or individual that has brought significant positive attention to the region spotlighting us as a world-class leader.
Breakthrough Award – For the enterprise or individual who has achieved the most remarkable breakthrough or quantum advance, stemming from an original discovery, a seemingly unlikely redirection or unforeseen application of an existing solution.
Community Award – For the enterprise or individual who exemplifies the greatest commitment to and impact upon improving the quality of life in Central Virginia through community involvement.
Red Apple Award – Educator, in K-12, who clearly and consistently is able to do the most with resources available in exciting and preparing students for the possibilities in technology.
The award-selection process involves rigorous research by a panel of judges, who bring diverse expertise and a shared commitment to recognizing and advancing innovation in the Central Virginia region. Finalists in each category will be announced on or around March 25, with award recipients to be honored at a gala dinner event on May 21 at Farmington Country Club. Self nomination is encouraged, for individuals and organizations, and CBIC membership is neither required nor considered in the selection process.
“In this time of economic uncertainty, we are especially committed and excited to provide this extraordinary showcase to honor organizations and individuals who exemplify the innovation and leadership that continue to drive our region,†said Tracey Linkous, CBIC’s Chairman of the Board. “In addition to its primary purpose of recognizing excellence, our CIA Gala has always been a great occasion of fun and inspiration for all.â€
About the Charlottesville Business Innovation Council:CBIC is the preeminent private-sector catalyst and advocate for entrepreneurship and technology-based economic development in the Central Virginia region. It serves its members and the broader community by providing educational programs and opportunities for productive networking, through advocacy with governmental and media constituencies and by presenting events that inform and inspire our community.
Media inquiries may be directed to:Tracey LinkousChairman of the BoardCharlottesville Business Innovation Council434.220.0718 (o) / 434.242.5886 (m)tlinkous@diffusionpharma.com