Tech Awards
THE PROLIFIC NORTH TECH AWARDS CELEBRATE THE INCREDIBLE INNOVATION OF THE NORTH'S TECH SECTOR - REWARDING THE ORGANISATIONS, TEAMS AND INDIVIDUALS CONTRIBUTING TO THE REGION'S GROWTH.
The North continues to produce some of the UK’s most exciting tech businesses, products and talent, with companies across the region driving innovation, growth and real-world impact.
From ambitious startups to established industry leaders, the awards recognise the people pushing boundaries and delivering meaningful results.
The Tech Awards will return to Manchester on 15 October 2026.
Key Dates for your Diary
Early Bird Entry Deadline
18 June
Final Deadline
28 August
Shortlist Announced
17 September
Awards Ceremony
15 October
2026 Judging Panel
Alison Ross
Chief People & Operations Officer,
Autotrader
Andy Haigh
Partner & Head of M&A (UK),
BHP - Translink Corporate Finance
Chris Grice
Head of Engineering,
Street
Rina Lakhman
Head of Data,
University of Manchester
Sara Donnelly
Director,
Beyond Echo PR
2026 Sponsors
GM Business Growth Hub
Beyond Echo PR
Better Placed
Bruntwood SciTech
