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Celebrating Innovation: Tech North Atlanta Awards Finalists Announced for 2026

Tech North Atlanta Awards Finalists Announced

On August 4, 2026, Tech North Atlanta, a nonprofit devoted to fostering the tech ecosystem in the North Atlanta region, unveiled the finalists for its inaugural Tech North Atlanta Awards. This event will honor and celebrate the achievements of those significantly contributing to the area's technological advancement. The winners will be announced in a ceremony on September 16, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Topgolf Alpharetta, following the Tech North Atlanta TopGolf Classic.

These awards serve as a platform to recognize the innovators of North Atlanta's tech community. After sifting through more than 100 nominations, the selected finalists embody the executives, startups, enterprises, and products that catalyze economic prosperity and inspire innovation throughout the region.

Categories and Finalists

AI Visionary Award Finalists

- Guarav Singal
- Navin Prabhu
- Basanth Gowda
- Jessica D'Iorio Dunn

AI Product Innovation of the Year Finalists

- Equifax Ignite
- iVoyant
- Mujin
- Wheels

Breakout Startup Finalists

- Mantis Space
- Annoviant
- Montjoy Places
- Tacilent

Visionary CIO Finalists

- Jason James
- Keith Coffey
- Vikram Ramani
- Anup Thomas

Trailblazing Digital Transformation Teams Finalists

Enterprise

- EY.aiData Marketplace
- Kaleris
- Primerica
- HPE

Mid-Market

- Optimized Payments
- TeKStream
- Stellar Consulting

Startup

- Vera

Most Innovative City Finalists

- Alpharetta
- Peachtree Corners
- Johns Creek
- Sandy Springs

According to Karen Cashion, President and CEO of Tech North Atlanta, "The Tech North Atlanta Awards were created to recognize the catalysts shaping the future of North Atlanta's technology community. Receiving more than 100 nominations for our inaugural awards speaks to the strength and momentum of our region's tech ecosystem."

The awards aim to enhance collaboration among various levels of companies, from startups to large enterprises. They shine a light on the significant contributions of individuals and organizations that are crucial in positioning North Atlanta as an emergent tech hub within the broader metro landscape.

For further information about Tech North Atlanta, their initiatives, and the upcoming awards, visit technorthatlanta.org.

About Tech North Atlanta

Tech North Atlanta emerged from the 2017 merger of the City's Alpharetta Technology Commission, the first of its kind in Georgia, and the Greater Alpharetta Tech Network, led by Karen Cashion. Presently, Tech North Atlanta operates as a 501(c)(6) nonprofit with the mission of nurturing and expanding the technology and innovation ecosystem in North Metro Atlanta. They focus on enabling startups, mid-sized firms, and larger enterprises to connect and collaborate through various programs, partnerships, and shared innovation resources. The organization also hosts numerous technology events and runs a successful startup incubator, further establishing North Atlanta's position in the technology landscape.