SACRAMENTO — The California State Fair is extending the nominations for the 2017 Champion of Technology Awards to February 10th. Two technology champions will be selected for remarkable contributions to California’s technology industry; one in the Individual Category, one in the Product/Organization Category. The nominee can be from any technology industry and sector (public, private, or foundation).
The nominee will be judged on outstanding technological contribution to the State of California and innovation that has made a difference in the lives of Californians. The 2016 Champion of Technology Award recipients were: Eric Brown, President and CEO of California Telehealth Network; Emergency Call and Tracking System by Direct Technology. The 2017 winners will receive their Champion of Technology awards at the annual State Fair Gala on Thursday, June 22, 2017.
Since 1854, the California State Fair has showcased the best of the best, including the progress and advancements of the state’s strongest industries. Now in 2017, the California State Fair celebrates the 50th anniversary at the Cal Expo site. On this golden year, and as California continues to lead the world in innovation and technological achievements, the California State Fair is honored to present the Champion of Technology Awards.
AWARDS:
Champion of Technology Award, Individual Category
Champion of Technology Award, Organization Category
ELIGIBILITY: Open to California residents and organizations/businesses headquartered in California.
NOMINATION INSTRUCTIONS: Download the nomination form here or click the button below. The forms and supporting documentation must be e-mailed by February 10, 2017 to both:
Vianey Nuñez
Manger, Broadband & Digital Literacy
California Department of Technology
Vianey.Nunez@state.ca.gov
Adelina Zendejas
Deputy Director, Broadband & Digital Literacy
California Department of Technology
Adelina.Zendejas@state.ca.gov
—California State Fair
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