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The Charlottesville Business Innovation Council (CBIC) invites nominations for the 12th annual CBIC Awards.
Individuals and organizations are urged to use our nominating form to submit nominations before the March 12 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 - For the enterprise or individual who has brought the most significant positive attention to the region, as evidenced by media coverage, business and/or academic interest and public awareness.
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.
Breakthrough
To be presented to the enterprise or individual for achieving a remarkable breakthrough or quantum advance. This may also be the result of a seemingly unlikely re-direction or unforeseen application of a currently 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 - For the K-12 educator who clearly and consistently is able to do the most with available resources to inspire and prepare students for the limitless 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 10th, with award recipients to be honored at a gala dinner event in May (exact date TBD) at Farmington Country Club. Self nomination is encouraged, for individuals and organizations, and CBIC membership is neither required nor considered in the selection process.
CBIC is excited to continue to honor organizations and individuals in our area who through their leadership drive the innovation that fuels our economy. The CBIC Awards are always a fun event with great speakers, exceptional honorees, and is one of the very best business networking events of the year.
— Gary Hatter, CBIC's Chairman of the Board |
