Mira Awards

The annual Bridge Builder Award, bestowed by TechPoint Foundation for Youth, is dedicated to honoring exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions to transforming Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education for Indiana students, particularly those typically underrepresented in the tech workforce.  Aptly named, the award honors those who have worked to overcome obstacles that […]

Even the most groundbreaking tech innovation can’t get to market on its own. Internal teams and founders partner with professional services firms to refine and market their new products and services. The Innovation Service Partner of the Year recognizes those who pioneer transformative technology solutions or provide other professional innovation services that demonstrate excellence, creativity, […]

The Indiana tech ecosystem is more than a collection of technology and tech-enabled companies. It includes organizations that work to create a brighter, more equitable future for all Hoosiers. As such, they help pull our community together and forward. The Community Impact of the Year award is one that brings Mira Awards attendees to their […]

By Cheryl Reed  A deep bench of highly skilled tech workers across all of Indiana’s economic sectors is increasingly core to the state’s economic growth and the health and well-being of its citizens. But the development of that bench is challenged by a gap between the supply of those workers and global demand for them. […]

Tech founders are, by definition, inventors, visionaries, and dreamers who put their ideas to work despite the daunting challenges that derail others. TechPoint’s Startup of the Year Award recognizes companies that are five years old or younger, have shown the most significant development market traction, and have the most promising potential for success, including substantial […]