Update December 1, 2012: The 2012 Grand Strand Technology and Innovation Awards have been announced. There were over 100 attendees on hand to celebrate the growth and innovation of technology as well as recognition of the individuals that are making it happen.
The winners and finalist are listed below. For photos form Thursday night's event you can check them out here.
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TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
Stella Mercado, Mercom Corporation
INNOVATION IN TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENT, ADAPTATION OR SERVICES
WINNERS:
- Sheila Butler, Horry County Government
- Charles Hucks, Horry County Schools
FINALISTS:
- David Barry, A-R-Cade.com
- Susan Murphy Milano
TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATED IN EDUCATION
WINNERS:
- Sie Gilbert, Horry County Schools
- Darcy Jones, Horry County Schools
- Bucky Sellers, Horry County Schools
FINALISTS:
- Peter Beare, ITT Technical Institute
- Suliban Deaza, Horry-Georgetown Technical Institute
- Peg Jackson, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics
- Karen McIlrath, Horry County School Board
- James Page, Horry County Adult Education
- Stacie Pfeifer, Forestbrook Elementary School
- Jennifer Pierce, Loris High School
- Virginia Simmons, Horry County Adult Education
- Javier Vega, Peggy Ryals, Melissa Schamel (Team), Myrtle Beach High School
APPLICATION OF TECHNOLOGY IN CHARITY AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
WINNERS:
- Peter Beare, ITT Technical Institute
- Bill Hinson, Creative Consultants Group
FINALISTS:
- James Bettke, Wetstone Software – Allen Corporation
- Fred Kane, Tee Off Fore A Cause
BUSINESS GROWTH AND NEW MARKETING INITIATIVES
WINNERS:
- Eric Theisen, Metglas Inc.
- Ellen Toay, Lightning Bolt Online Solutions
- Douglas Wendel, Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development Corp.
FINALISTS:
- Chad Smith, The Beach Ball Classic
- David Barry, A-R-Cade.com
This Wednesday at 6 p.m., the local technology professional community will gather to recognize those individuals that have contributed to the advancement of technology on the Grand Strand.
The Grand Strand Technology Council is again recognizing local individuals who have demonstrated leadership and innovation in technology. They are outstanding managers, designers, educators, business executives, team members and other creative people who contribute to bringing technology to life in our region.
The event is free and open to the public. You can see more details including the list of nominees here. Last year's winners and coverage are here.
