2026 TechX Awards

September 24, 2026

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.

2026 VIP Happy Hour Featured Executives

Shelia Anderson

EVP, Chief Information & Digital Officer

UNUM

Mike Harty

SVP Journey Technology

UNUM

Jerele Neeld

Chief Information Officer

City of Chattanooga

Annea Robinson

Deputy Chief Information Officer

City of Chattanooga

Pal Narayanan

Chief Digital & Information Officer

Kenco

Tony Parsley

Chief Information Security &

Technology Officer

UTC

Karen Walker

SVP Technology Solutions

CBL Properties

2025 TechX Awards Finalists

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Event Information

  • September 24, 2026
  • VIP Happy Hour | 5:00-6:00 pm
  • Awards Ceremony | 6:00-8:00 pm
  • 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 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 for Good Award

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

Project of the Year  Award

Recognizes an outstanding technology project that delivered significant business, organizational, or community impact through innovation, collaboration, and measurable results.



Tech Educator of ​the Year Award

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

TechX Awards Winners