2025 TechX Awards

September 25, 2025

Wolford at McKenzie Arena

The Technology Excellence (TechX) Awards honor and celebrate the remarkable achievements and innovations of the brightest minds and most innovative companies driving the future of technology within our vibrant tech ecosystem. This prestigious event recognizes excellence across various tech fields, spotlighting individuals, teams, and organizations that are making a significant impact in our community.

New CxO Auction

Have the chance to experience an exclusive opportunity for companies to bid on a private 2-hour meeting with some of the most influential C-level executives in the local tech community. Don’t miss your chance to connect at the highest level as we bring this dynamic new element to the TechX Awards.



The highest bidder will gain:

  • One-on-one session
  • Vital access to insights
  • Strategy discussions
  • Potential partnerships

This Year's Featured C-Level Executives



Shelia Anderson

Chief Information &

Digital Officer

Unum




Rich Carpenter

Vice President of Communications

& IT Operations

EPB



Jerele Neeld

Chief Information Officer  

City of Chattanooga

2025 TechX Awards Finalists

How to Support

The TechX Awards is ChaTech's annual fundraiser. Your contribution helps fund programs that strengthen the local tech community.

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Event Information

  • September 25, 2025
  • 6 to 9 p.m.
  • Wolford at McKenzie Arena
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TechX Awards Categories

CxO Leader of the Year Award

Recognizes an outstanding technology leader at the VP or C-level who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic impact, and commitment to innovation within their organization and the broader tech community.

Early Innovator Award

Celebrates an individual or a team with a breakthrough technology idea or prototype, displaying the potential for significant competitive advantage or industry disruption.


Tech Company of the Year

Honors a Chattanooga-based or Chattanooga-focused company making significant contributions to the region’s tech ecosystem through innovation, growth, and community involvement.

Tech for Good Award

Celebrates an individual or organization using technology to solve social, environmental, or community challenges.

Tech Company of the Year

AI Innovation Award

Celebrates an individual or team demonstrating outstanding use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, or business intelligence to solve real-world problems, drive innovation, and achieve measurable results.

Tech Manager/Leader of the Year

 Award

Honors a visionary leader who fosters a positive, inclusive, and empowering environment where teams thrive. Their leadership exemplifies creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Woman in Tech

Leadership Award

Recognizes a woman in technology who exemplifies leadership and vision and drives measurable impact within her team, organization, and the tech community.

Tech Marketing

Excellence Award

Honors a marketing professional or team effectively demonstrating strategic success, creativity, and measurable impact in promoting a tech product, service, or brand.

Tech Educator of ​the Year Award

Celebrates an educator making a lasting impact on students through tech-focused curricula and mentorship.

Emerging Tech Student Award

Recognizes a student, 16 to 24 years old, demonstrating outstanding potential, technical aptitude, and passion in technology, along with a completed project showcasing their skills.

TechX Awards Winners