Articles by Joshua Hall

The 25th annual TechPoint Mira Awards gala has come to a close, but there’s more to share from the event’s glitzy Red Carpet where nominees, winners, sponsors and supporters alike posed for the paparazzi. Dozens also talked with Red Carpet Hostess Angie Stocklin, sharing thoughts on “tech’s biggest night,” why they wouldn’t miss it and […]

Tickets are on sale now; capacity has doubled with the April 26, 2024, event now at the Old National Centre   TechPoint today opened nominations for its highly anticipated 25th-anniversary Mira Awards honoring the “Best of Tech” in Indiana. Named after the brightest star that can be seen from Earth, the Mira Awards gala recognizes excellence […]

Since being purchased by SAP 2.5 years ago Emarsys still calls Indianapolis home, running its North American Headquarters from Market Tower. The leading omnichannel customer engagement platform is making waves with its speed of growth, expanding a customer base that already includes world-famous brands in Gibson Guitars and Estée Lauder, alongside industry disruptors such as […]

Lafayette, Ind.-based Tactile Engineering CEO Dave Schleppenbach, a serial entrepreneur, inventor and tireless advocate for people with disabilities, won the Rising Entrepreneur Award during TechPoint’s 24th annual Mira Awards gala honoring the best of tech in Indiana. Dave Schleppenbach seemed reluctant to champion himself as the potential 2023 TechPoint Mira Rising Entrepreneur of the Year, […]

Exceptional student startup founders and/or operators who have looked outside the box, started something new, and generated momentum Providing foundational STEM education is crucial to the development of future tech leaders and contributors in Indiana. To be seen as a leader in tech research, jobs and industry, we need to start with educating our shining […]

Recognizing STEM educators, organizations, coaches, programs and platforms that inspire and open doors for learners of any ages Great educational support is crucial when cultivating a thriving tech hub and future talent. It’s imperative to provide the next generation with the resources they need to be successful, especially access to foundational STEM education.  The Education […]

Celebrating high-growth, innovation-driven businesses that provide technology products or services (or highly-tech-enabled businesses The Scale-up of the Year award celebrates high-growth, innovation-driven businesses that provide technology products or services (or highly tech-enabled businesses). They may be bootstrapped or venture-funded, but all of these emerging companies have built traction beyond the startup stage.  This year’s nominees […]

Celebrating tech companies that are doing an exceptional job of hiring and developing talent, cultivating workplace culture, and increasing diversity Traditional benefits won’t cut it anymore; if you want to attract the best talent in tech, it’s imperative to cultivate a positive, engaging culture that empowers teams and drives collaboration.  The Exceptional Employer Award celebrates […]