Tuesday, October 28, 2025 
Join us for the second annual Murfreesboro Technology Awards, an evening dedicated to recognizing the innovators, leaders, startups and changemakers shaping the future of technology in Middle Tennessee.
Held at The Fountains at Gateway in Murfreesboro, the MTC 2025 Awards Gala will be a networking opportunity you won’t want to miss—and your chance to rub elbows with Boro’s best.
Whether you’re part of a fast-growing startup, an established enterprise, or simply passionate about the growth of our local tech ecosystem, you’ll want to make sure this Fall event is on your calendar.
What to Expect
- A celebration of the best in tech across 8 award categories
- A room full of Murfreesboro’s leading founders, executives, developers, creatives and community advocates
- Networking, inspiration, and recognition for those powering Middle Tennessee’s tech success
Mark your calendar now — tickets will go on sale soon!
Who Can You Nominate?
Well, hold your horses, now… Nominations haven’t opened yet! But start thinking about who you might want to submit for the following categories:
- Tech Company of the Year – Recognizing a company that has significantly contributed to the growth of the local tech ecosystem in Rutherford County.
- Startup of the Year – Honoring an emerging company making waves in the industry.
- Innovator of the Year – Recognizing one individual you feel is pioneering groundbreaking technology or solutions in our market.
- Tech for Good Award – Highlighting a specific project using technology to create positive social or environmental impact.
- Technology Executive of the Year – Recognizing an outstanding C-level leader driving technological advancement.
- Rising Star in Tech – Most promising student in a technology-related field or STEM program (must be nominated by an educator)
- Best Tech Workplace – Celebrating an organization with an outstanding work culture, innovation and employee development.
- Emerging Tech Award – Recognizing companies or an individual who is leveraging the use of AI, automation or other third-party cutting-edge technologies in a powerful, high-impact way.
Sounds pretty good, right? Anyone will be able to make a nomination at no charge. It will be a simple form, then we’ll reach out to them directly for more detail.
We can’t wait to see who makes the cut!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Want to contribute in a bigger way? Support the growth of Middle Tennessee’s tech industry AND gain visibility with the region’s most engaged tech audience…. using the power of your wallet.
Sponsorship packages are currently in development, but we’re already gathering interest. If you’d like to be among the first to receive details, let us know using the form below. And if you’re interested in the top level Title Sponsorship for the event? Reach out to us sooner, rather than later.
Your partnership helps us shine a spotlight on the talent and innovation thriving right here in our community.