Tees Business Issue 34 | Page 21

WHY AZETS LOVE TRANSFORMATION AWARD
Of the 12 awards to be presented , the Digital Transformation category is the only one not specifically intended for tech firms .
Instead , it ’ s aimed at firms that , while not in the digital or technology field themselves , have made important advances within their businesses through the introduction of digital technology since 2021 .
And that spirit of transformation , say category sponsor Azets , all adds up when it comes to the firm sponsoring the award .
Andrew Rowe , office managing partner at Azets Wynyard , said : “ We love the Digital Transformation Award as it shows the positive impact tech can have on all types of businesses .”
AWARD FOR NEW TECH TALENT SECURES ‘ PROUD ’ SPONSOR
Sponsoring a Tees Tech Award that recognises new blood in the digital industry is a source of pride for forwardthinking security firm Vistech Services .
The Middlesbrough-based company is sponsoring the Digital Newcomer category at the awards .
Dedicated to providing professional integrated security and facilities services , Vistech last year launched a state-of-theart , 24-hour control room – showing its commitment to innovation .
Vistech MD Chris Taylor said : “ One of our main values is identifying and implementing the latest technology and innovations to enhance the services we deliver . Therefore , being able to recognise and celebrate the region ’ s digital newcomers and encouraging growth in an already booming industry is a privilege .”
SOFTWARE FIRM ’ S PRIDE IN BACKING TECH FOR GOOD AWARD
Technology as a force for good – that ’ s the premise behind a Tees Tech Awards category a software firm says it is “ proud ” to sponsor . Software development business Leighton is sponsoring the Tech For Good category .
Whether it ’ s an innovation or product that ’ s helping to change the world for the better or supporting a charity , the Tech For Good category recognises how the digital sector can truly change the world for the better .
Leighton CEO James Bunting , pictured ( right ) with Tees Business director Martin Walker , said : “ At Leighton , we believe in using technology to drive positive change and supporting local initiatives that make a real difference in the North-East tech community .
“ We are honoured to be part of the celebration of innovation and the recognition of those who are using technology to make a meaningful impact in the world .”
COLLEGE CELEBRATES RISING TECH STARS
A college that ’ s focused on producing future leaders of the digital sector says its sponsorship of the Rising Star category at the Tees Tech Awards is a perfect fit .
One of the individual categories , sponsored by Middlesbrough College , will recognise the sector ’ s Rising Stars .
Matt Telling , the college ’ s group director of business engagement and partnerships , pictured with Tees Business director Martin Walker and MC Digital ’ s Cher Griffiths , said : “ Our mission at Middlesbrough College is to help take people higher in their career and life aspirations , so it ’ s terrific to be able to recognise the outstanding efforts of up-and-coming people in the technology sector .”
INSPIRING REGION ’ S ‘ DIGITAL PIONEERS ’
A digital marketing giant celebrating 25 years in business says it ’ s sponsoring a Tees Tech Award to encourage the next generation .
Stockton-based e-commerce and marketing specialist Visualsoft is sponsoring the Digital Innovation category .
Visualsoft ’ s Antony Hoyland said : “ We believe in recognising and celebrating the incredible talent and innovation within the Teesside digital technology community .
“ By supporting the Innovation Award , we hope to inspire and encourage the next generation of digital pioneers and showcase the incredible potential of the North-East ’ s tech sector .”
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