Each year the Tekne Awards shine a spotlight on Minnesota’s technology industry. Drawing over 1,000 attendees, including our state’s most influential businesses, political leaders and individuals, the Tekne Awards honor advancement in technology areas including advanced manufacturing, information and medical technologies, and biological sciences. At this event the community comes together to celebrate innovation in Minnesota’s tech-based economy by recognizing Tekne Award finalists and recipients.

DATES TO REMEMBER: 

Now~ July 9th - Application Deadline
September 8 - Finalists Announced
November 3 - Tekne Awards Celebration, Minneapolis Convention Center

Nominate/Apply for the following Tekne Award Categories:
 

• Advanced Manufacturing
• IT-Software & Hardware, Communications and Infrastructure
• Life Sciences - NEW!
• Technology Services
• Technology Executive of the Year (Individual)
• Next Generation Technology Leader (Individual) - NEW!
• Technology User
• Cleantech
• Green Company
• Innovative Collaboration of the Year 
• Innovation in Teaching (K-12)
• Technology Excellence in Higher Education or Non Profit Organziation - NEW!

Apply for a Tekne here. (You do not need to be nominated to apply)

Questions or for further information; visit tekneawards.org or contact Kathy Marsh.