CTA’s Innovation Entrepreneur Awards program, founded in 2012, recognizes the contributions of individuals and small businesses in the consumer technology industry that demonstrate innovation, dedication to the industry, community outreach, and the tenacity to persevere through business and economic challenges. The winners of this award include one company, one individual executive and one startup in the consumer technology industry, which is determined by a panel of industry judges.
Participation is limited to consumer technology companies and consumer technology executives of organizations with annual domestic revenue under $30 million for the first two awards, and a minimum of $200,000 for a startup.
Eligibility is based on past participation in the design, development, manufacturing and retail or distribution of consumer technology products and services offered through consumer channels. Also eligible are those who have contributed to the industry in other significant ways.
The nominee must be a current CTA member to be eligible.
Credentials should include: