TECHPOINT'S MISSION IS TO ACCELERATE INDIANA’S EMERGING AND VIBRANT TECH SECTOR

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TechPoint Mira Award Winners Draw Attention to Indiana’s Innovative, Entrepreneurial High-Tech Industry Awards celebrate the state’s top tech firms as well as educators, institutions and other high-tech leaders; ExactTarget receives ‘IT Company of the Year’ iGoDigital receives ‘Emerging IT Company of the Year’ INDIANAPOLIS (May 14, 2012) — TechPoint, Indiana’s technology growth initiative, recognized the state’s high-tech success stories during its 13th annual Mira Awards gala presented by BKD CPAs & Advisors at the JW Marriott in downtown Indianapolis on Saturday. BKD Managing Partner Rob Pruitt and Sproutbox Co-founder Brad Wisler served as co-hosts for the event known as “Indiana’s Technology Oscars.” TechPoint’s Mira awards program is a critical function of growing entrepreneurship and advancing Indiana’s tech sector, because identifying excellence and innovation is essential to sparking more growth. More than 122 Indiana technology companies, organizations and individuals entered the Mira Awards this year, which TechPoint announced as the largest class of nominees and finalists in the program’s 13-year history. LEARN MORE
Bill Godfrey is TechPoint’s 2012 Trailblazer in Technology Indiana technology leader will receive award at TechPoint Mira Awards Gala presented by BKD CPAs & Advisors at JW Marriott Indianapolis on May 12th INDIANAPOLIS (April 24, 2011) — TechPoint is pleased to announce that Aprimo Co-founder Bill Godfrey is the initiative’s 2012 Trailblazer in Technology Award recipient for significant and lasting contributions to the high-tech economy in Indiana. The Trailblazer in Technology Award is part of TechPoint’s annual Mira Awards program recognizing excellence and achievement of Indiana’s outstanding technology industry performers and contributors, and focuses attention on the broader issue of the important role technology plays in Indiana’s economy. Godfrey will receive the award at TechPoint’s Mira Awards Gala on May 12, at the JW Marriott – Indianapolis. Godfrey and his business partner Rob McLaughlin co-founded Aprimo with a revolutionary vision to automate marketing in ways no one had ever achieved before. Serving as president and CEO of Aprimo, Godfrey helped to build the large and valuable Indiana employer for 12 years prior to the company being acquired for $525 million in 2010 by Teradata Corporation, the world’s largest company solely focused on data warehousing and business analytics. LEARN MORE
Finalists Announced for TechPoint’s 13th Annual Mira Awards for Technology Excellence & Innovation presented by BKD CPAs & Advisors Largest nominee class in program’s 13-year history – 122 nominees yields 69 finalists Referred to by insiders as “Indiana’s Technology Oscars,” Mira Award Winners will be announced at a Black-Tie Gala on Saturday, May 12th at the JW Marriott INDIANAPOLIS (March 13, 2012) — TechPoint, Indiana’s technology growth initiative, has announced the Finalists for its 13th annual Mira Awards presented by BKD CPAs & Advisors. Finalists in seven different technology categories will deliver presentations and answer questions during interviews with independent judging panels later this week. This year’s Mira Awards finalists criss-cross the marketplace from established corporations and preeminent research institutions to fledgling startups, and from creative agencies to high-tech laboratories and emerging technologies. LEARN MORE
TechPoint Mira Awards Reflect Growth, Prosperity of Indiana’s Tech-focused Businesses, Schools and Professionals Largest nominee class in program’s 13-year history – 122 nominees in seven categories Referred to by insiders as “Indiana’s Technology Oscars,” Mira Award Winners will be announced at a Black-Tie Gala on Saturday, May 12th at the JW Marriott INDIANAPOLIS (February 29, 2012) — TechPoint, Indiana’s technology growth initiative, has announced the nominees for its 13th annual Mira Awards presented by BKD CPAs & Advisors. According to TechPoint President and CEO Jim Jay, the Mira Awards grew by more than 50 percent this year, besting its previous record for a total of 122 Mira Awards nominees. TechPoint Mira Awards recognize excellence and innovation through the achievement of Indiana’s outstanding technology industry performers and contributors, and focuses attention on the broader issue of the important role technology plays in Indiana’s economy. LEARN MORE
Interactive Intelligence Founder to Present ‘Future of Customer Service’ and Preview New Technology at TechPoint’s Innovation Summit presented by Comcast Business Services Don Brown, chairman and CEO of business communications solutions company Interactive Intelligence, will make a rare public speaking appearance followed by a live interview on stage with Inside Indiana Business creator and host Gerry Dick INDIANAPOLIS (September 22, 2011) — With more than 4,000 business and contact center clients worldwide, Don Brown knows a thing or two about customer service. Though he is well-known as the founder of Indiana technology companies, Software Artistry (acquired by IBM Corporation in 1998) and Interactive Intelligence, Dr. Brown is a private person who rarely speaks publicly. On Nov. 8, however, Dr. Brown will be the closing keynote speaker for TechPoint’s Innovation Summit presented by Comcast Business Services. He will share his vision for “The Future of Customer Service” and give a sneak peek into the latest Interactive Intelligence technology designed to change the model for customer service. Following the presentation, Inside Indiana Business creator and host Gerry Dick will interview Dr. Brown to get some insight from the serial technology entrepreneur. LEARN MORE
Innovation Expert and ‘Problem Solver in Chief’ for Some of World’s Biggest, Most Visible Brands to Speak at TechPoint’s Innovation Summit presented by Comcast Business Services David Castor, founder and managing partner of Alerding Castor Hewitt, LLP will interview Peter Ashkin live on stage and take audience questions during “Inside the Innovator’s Studio” segment of daylong conference focused on innovation and entrepreneurship David Castor, founder and managing partner of Alerding Castor Hewitt, LLP, is bringing his friend and mentor Peter Ashkin to Indianapolis for a special live interview during TechPoint’s Innovation Summit presented by Comcast Business Services on November 8, 2011. Ashkin is known for his leadership roles at some of the world’s biggest and most visible companies including CanWest Mediaworks, AOL, Gateway Computer, Toshiba and Apple. LEARN MORE
‘Work Sucks’ Author and Co-Creator of ‘Results Only Work Environment’ (ROWE) to Deliver Third Keynote at TechPoint’s Innovation Summit presented by Comcast Business Services Jody Thompson co-created ROWE with her business partner Cali Ressler at retail giant Best Buy, revolutionizing the workplace as we know it. Today, Jody and Cali are leading a global movement to forever change the way people work and live INDIANAPOLIS (August 29, 2011) — TechPoint, Indiana’s technology growth initiative, is bringing Jody Thompson to Indianapolis to deliver an afternoon keynote address at Innovation Summit presented by Comcast Business Services on November 8, 2011. Thompson is the founder of CultureRx and co-creator of the “Results-Only Work Environment” (ROWE). Her first book, Why Work Sucks and How to Fix It was named “The Year’s Best Book on Work-Life Balance” by Business Week. A revised, updated version of Thompson's revolutionary book is now available in paperback. LEARN MORE
Entrepreneur, Author and Founder of Social Media Examiner to Deliver Opening Keynote at TechPoint’s Innovation Summit presented by Comcast Business Services Michael Stelzner will talk about his successful business models, principles from his book Launch: How to Quickly Propel Your Business Beyond the Competition, and more INDIANAPOLIS (August 17, 2011) — TechPoint, Indiana’s technology growth initiative, is bringing Michael Stelzner to Indianapolis to deliver the opening keynote address of the Innovation Summit presented by Comcast Business Services on November 8, 2011. Stelzner is a successful entrepreneur and the founder of SocialMediaExaminer.com – one of the world's largest business blogs. He is also the author of the business books Launch: How to Quickly Propel Your Business Beyond the Competition and Writing White Papers: How to Capture Readers and Keep Them Engaged. LEARN MORE
TechPoint Partnership with Clifton Gunderson Creates New Technology Focused CFO Roundtable Seminar Series INDIANAPOLIS (August 15, 2010) — TechPoint today announced a roundtable series developed especially for chief financial officers of Indiana technology companies. The new TechPoint CFO Roundtable presented by Clifton Gunderson – one of the nation’s largest certified public accounting and consulting firms – will be an invitation-only series that brings tech-focused CFOs together every three months for open, frank discussion about major issues that high-tech CFOs are facing. LEARN MORE
Comcast Business Services Announced as Title Sponsor of TechPoint’s Innovation Summit Featuring Facebook Exec Randi Zuckerberg, former director of market development for Facebook – and CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s sister – to deliver keynote at Nov. 8 technology and entrepreneurship event INDIANAPOLIS (August 10, 2011) — TechPoint President and CEO Jim Jay announced today that Comcast Business Services; provider of high-speed broadband internet, phone, digital cable, and Ethernet data service to businesses of all sizes; has signed on to be a title sponsor of the 13th annual TechPoint Innovation Summit & EXPO. The day-long conference and exhibition being held November 8 at the Indiana Convention Center will feature a keynote address by former Facebook Spokeswoman and Director of Market Development Randi Zuckerberg – who is also Founder Mark Zuckerberg’s sister. Zuckerberg made headlines last week when she announced she is leaving Facebook to start her own social media consulting firm focused on advising companies on how to best leverage the Facebook platform. LEARN MORE
TechPoint Bringing Facebook Executive and Spokeswoman to Speak at Innovation Summit, Open Call for Presenters Randi Zuckerberg, director of market development for Facebook – and CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s sister – to deliver keynote at Nov. 8 technology event Submit ideas for breakout sessions, panels and other Innovation Summit activities here: http://www.techpoint.org/presenter INDIANAPOLIS (May 20, 2011) — TechPoint’s 2011 Innovation Summit will feature a keynote address by Facebook Spokeswoman and Director of Market Development Randi Zuckerberg – who is also Founder Mark Zuckerberg’s sister. Named No. 45 on Hollywood Reporter’s list of “Digital Power Players,” Zuckerberg is no beneficiary of arbitrary nepotism; she works on the marketing team at Facebook, where she manages partnerships related to media, news & current events, and non-profits. She has led the company’s U.S. election and international politics strategy, in addition to managing media partnerships with companies such as ABC News and CNN. Previously, she worked at Forbes as part of the news show, “Forbes on Fox” and authored the book “Spark Your Career in Advertising.” Zuckerberg has made appearances on CNN, Good Morning America, The Today Show, and World News to discuss Facebook’s marketing and political initiatives. Most recently, she represented Facebook as a correspondent for CNN’s Inauguration Day, the State of the Union, and Michael Jackson Memorial live broadcasts. Zuckerberg holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Harvard University. LEARN MORE
TechPoint Mira Award Winners Underscore Indiana’s Innovative, Entrepreneurial High-Tech Industry Awards celebrate the state’s top tech firms as well as educators, institutions and other high-tech leaders; Slingshot SEO receives ‘IT Company of the Year’ INDIANAPOLIS (May 9, 2010) — TechPoint, Indiana’s economic development initiative focused on technology and entrepreneurship, recognized the state’s high-tech success stories during its annual Mira Awards gala presented by BKD CPAs & Advisors and held at the JW Marriott in downtown Indianapolis on May 7th. Now in its 12th year, the TechPoint Mira Awards highlight Indiana’s technology success stories, recognizing the companies, institutions and individuals who are leading the state’s high-tech economy. The Mira Awards identify the most innovative and successful firms in information technology, as well as technology-focused companies in industries like advanced manufacturing and logistics, health and life sciences, and clean technology. “Gazelle” awards are given to fast-growing startup companies that have been in business for only a few years, as well as awards highlighting educators and institutions that help connect technology and learning. LEARN MORE
Scott Dorsey is TechPoint’s 2011 Trailblazer in Technology Indiana technology, civic leader will receive award at TechPoint Mira Awards Gala presented by BKD CPAs & Advisors at JW Marriott on May 7th INDIANAPOLIS (May 4, 2011) — TechPoint is pleased to announce that ExactTarget CEO and co-founder Scott Dorsey is the initiative’s 2011 Trailblazer in Technology Award recipient for significant and lasting contributions to the high-tech economy in Indiana. The Trailblazer in Technology Award is part of TechPoint’s annual Mira Awards program recognizing excellence and achievement of Indiana’s outstanding technology industry performers and contributors, and focuses attention on the broader issue of the important role technology plays in Indiana’s economy. Dorsey will receive the award at TechPoint’s Mira Awards Gala this Saturday. LEARN MORE
Five New Directors Join TechPoint Board Executives from tech industry, professional services sector and academia named to the board of directors of Indiana’s technology growth initiative INDIANAPOLIS (April 26, 2010) — TechPoint, a statewide initiative to grow the technology sector, has appointed five new members to its board of directors. TechPoint Chairman Mark Hill announced the appointments today and praised the new directors for their commitment to accelerating Indiana’s emerging and vibrant technology sector. New directors include: Allison Barber, Chancellor, WGU Indiana Susan W. Brooks, General Counsel and Senior Vice President, Workforce & Economic Development at Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana Kristine C. Danz, Partner, Ice Miller LLP Legal Counsel Glenn Lytle, Vice President of Comcast Business Services in Indiana Nicholas E. Mathioudakis, Partner, Baker & Daniels LLP Law Firm LEARN MORE
Finalists Announced for the 2011 TechPoint Mira Awards Presented by BKD CPAs & Advisors Companies, schools and individuals competing for the state’s top technology honors will make final presentations to independent judging panels this Thursday and Friday INDIANAPOLIS (March 22, 2011) — TechPoint, a statewide initiative to grow the technology sector, has announced the finalists for its 12th annual Mira Awards presented by BKD CPAs & Advisors. Finalists will deliver presentations and answer questions in person to one of five independent judging panels later this week. The winner in each category will be revealed at the Mira Awards Gala on May 7th. LEARN MORE
Nominees for 2011 TechPoint Mira Awards Program Dominated by Newcomers and Startups More than half of the companies, schools and individuals competing for the state’s top technology honors are first-time nominees INDIANAPOLIS (March 18, 2011) — TechPoint, a statewide initiative to grow the technology sector, has announced the nominees for its 12th annual Mira Awards presented by BKD CPAs & Advisors. More than half of this year’s nominees are startups and newcomers who are participating in the awards program for the first time. LEARN MORE
TechPoint Bringing Controversial Author to Indiana for Innovation Summit Keynote, Open Call for Panels “The Shallows” author Nicholas Carr to speak at 12th annual event; TechPoint seeks breakout session ideas on entrepreneurship, high-tech innovation INDIANAPOLIS (June 17, 2010) — TechPoint’s 2010 Innovation Summit will feature iconoclastic technology writer Nicholas Carr as the keynote speaker for the annual event, which promotes and encourages high-tech innovation and entrepreneurship in Indiana. Carr has been called a leading and influential thinker by technology trade publications, and his latest book, The Shallows: What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains, hit shelves earlier this month. LEARN MORE
TechPoint Mira Award Winners Draw Attention to Indiana’s Growing, Innovative Technology Industry Awards celebrate most innovative, fast-growing tech firms as well as educators and institutions; Inventors of orthopedic bone cement OrthoX earn ‘Innovation of the Year’ INDIANAPOLIS (May 15, 2010) — TechPoint, Indiana’s economic development initiative focused on technology and entrepreneurship, recognized the state’s high-tech success stories during its annual Mira Awards gala held at The Westin hotel in downtown Indianapolis. Now in its 11th year, the TechPoint Mira Awards highlight Indiana’s technology success stories, recognizing companies, institutions and individuals who are leading the state’s high-tech economy. LEARN MORE
Bob Compton Recognized as TechPoint’s Technology Trailblazer Legendary Indiana investor and filmmaker will receive award at TechPoint Mira Awards Gala event May 15 INDIANAPOLIS (May 3, 2010) — TechPoint is pleased to announce that legendary investor and innovator Robert Compton is its 2010 Trailblazer Award recipient for significant and lasting contributions to Indiana’s high-tech economy. The Trailblazer Award is part of TechPoint’s annual Mira Awards program recognizing Indiana’s technology success stories in various categories for industry, institutions and individuals. LEARN MORE
TechPoint Releases Finalists for Prestigious Mira Awards Program Presented by BKD CPAs & Advisors Five independent panels of judges have chosen 60 Indiana companies, schools and individuals to compete for state’s top technology honors INDIANAPOLIS (April 12, 2010) — Five independent panels of judges have chosen 60 finalists to compete for the state’s top technology honors — the TechPoint Mira Awards presented by BKD. LEARN MORE
TechPoint Receives Record Number of Nominations for Mira Awards Program Presented by BKD CPAs & Advisors Five independent panels of judges will pour over submissions from 88 Indiana companies, schools and individuals competing for the state’s top technology honors INDIANAPOLIS (March 22, 2010) — Now in its 11th year, the 2010 TechPoint Mira Awards presented by BKD has received 88 nominations from companies, schools and individuals across the state competing in 15 different awards categories. Mira Awards recognize the achievements of Indiana’s outstanding technology industry performers and contributors, and focuses attention on the broader issue of the important role technology plays in Indiana’s economy. LEARN MORE
TechPoint Appoints New Board Members INDIANAPOLIS (February 16, 2010) – TechPoint President and CEO Jim Jay announced today that TechPoint has appointed six new members to its board of directors. The new members have diverse professional backgrounds and they represent private and public sector organizations with vested interests in the continued success of Indiana’s knowledge-based economy. LEARN MORE
HALO Capital Group Angel Network Invests in Indiana Health Care Information Technology Startup PolicyStat Hoosier investors to fund locally-grown policy lifecycle management provider INDIANAPOLIS (January 19, 2010) — HALO Capital Group, an angel investor network managed by technology trade association TechPoint, has invested an undisclosed amount of venture capital in PolicyStat, an Indianapolis-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) startup. LEARN MORE
Mira Awards presented by BKD showcase Indiana’s successful tech-driven companies INDIANAPOLIS (January 13, 2010) — TechPoint, the leading advocate for Indiana’s technology sector focused on high-tech economic development and entrepreneurship, is now accepting nominations for its 2010 Mira Awards. READ MORE