View our 2025 categories below and click on each one for more details on the entry criteria.
Entries are now Open! Enter by the 17th of July to bag yourself an early bird discount!
Tech Awards – 2025 Categories
Celebrate Northern Tech with us!
The Prolific North Tech Awards celebrate the brightest stars in the North’s tech scene, recognising the innovative organisations, teams, and individuals driving the region’s growth.
Whether it’s a groundbreaking startup or a powerhouse in-house tech team, these awards honour excellence across various categories like Tech Startup of the Year and Best Use of AI.
Recognising Companies and Team
Tech Start-up of the Year
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Tech Start-up of the Year
Recognising tech companies aged less than 3 years focused on bringing disruptive tech solutions to the market.
This category is free to enter - discount applied automatically at checkout.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Tech Company of the Year: Small
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Tech Company of the Year: Small
Recognising tech companies turning over up to £5m annual recurring revenue (ARR).
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter.
Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Tech Company of the Year: Medium
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Tech Company of the Year: Medium
Recognising tech companies turning over between £5m - £20m annual recurring revenue (ARR).
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter.
Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Tech Company of the Year: Large
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Tech Company of the Year: Large
Recognising tech companies turning over £20m annual recurring revenue (ARR).
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter.
Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
SaaS Company of the Year
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SaaS Company of the Year
Sponsored by MLP Solicitors
Recognising any Software-as-a-service product which is relied upon and trusted by a wide range of organisations.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Social Impact Company of the Year
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Social Impact Company of the Year
Recognising tech companies that demonstrate a significant positive impact on society, the environment, or a specific community through their core business and operations.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter.
Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
MedTech Company of the Year
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MedTech Company of the Year
Recognising innovative MedTech companies developing and delivering technology solutions that are transforming healthcare and improving patient outcomes.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter.
Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Media Tech Company of the Year
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Media Tech Company of the Year
Recognising businesses focused on media-related technologies.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter.
Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Best Workplace Award
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Best Workplace Award
Honouring tech companies that demonstrate strong leadership in their approach to empower and develop their workforce.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Best Client Support Team
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Best Client Support Team
Celebrating support teams in tech businesses whose customer focus is unparalleled provide exceptional service to build strong, long-lasting client relationships.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter.
Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Tech Hub of the Year
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Tech Hub of the Year
This category is open to free nominations and will recognise a Northern accelerator, incubator or hub that has had a huge contribution to nurturing the Northern tech ecosystem.
This category is free to enter - discount applied automatically at checkout.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter.
Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Tech Agency of the Year
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Tech Agency of the Year
Celebrating agencies with an operational base in the North of England that specialise in developing innovative tech solutions and strategies.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter.
Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Tech Talent Acquisition Team of the Year
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Tech Talent Acquisition Team of the Year
Recognising in-house talent acquisition teams and specialised recruitment companies who have made a significant positive impact to recruitment and talent acquisition.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Best Tech Infrastructure Partner
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Best Tech Infrastructure Partner
Recognising companies with an operational base in the North of England or Scotland that provide services, expertise, and resources to support the technological infrastructure of another organisation.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Tech Investor Award
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Tech Investor Award
This award is open to every organisation that invests in the sector, be they angel investors, fund management groups, Private Equity, VC, IP commercialisation organisations etc., as long as the organisation is based in the UK and invests primarily in UK tech.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Digital Security Company
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Digital Security Company
For businesses that provide products, services, and solutions designed to protect digital systems, networks, devices, and data from unauthorised access, cyber threats, and other forms of malicious activity.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Recognising projects
App of the Year
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App of the Year
Recognising innovative and impactful uses of apps in any sector or discipline.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Tech for Good Award
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Tech for Good Award
Recognising tech solutions with a positive social impact, including but not limited to green technology, tackling the digital divide or making headway into diversity and inclusion.
This category is free to enter - discount applied automatically at checkout.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter.
Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Tech Innovation of the Year
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Tech Innovation of the Year
Celebrating innovative products, platforms or services that can demonstrate considerable impact in any sector or discipline.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter.
Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Best Use of AI
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Best Use of AI
Recognising innovative use of artificial intelligence that can demonstrate considerable impact in any sector or discipline.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter.
Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Transformation Through Tech Award
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Transformation Through Tech Award
Awarding impactful digital transformation projects in any sector or discipline.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed. Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- InnovationEvidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Recognising Talented Individuals
Tech Leader of the Year
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Tech Leader of the Year - FREE
Honouring an individual who has made a significant, long-term contribution in tech. The winner of this award will be a strong role model in the industry and inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs, CIOs and CTOs. They might be a leader of a tech company or technology function but will also play a key role in championing technology and technological change beyond their business. Their drive, vision and commitment will have been instrumental in developing new technologies or contributing to the company’s success.
The winner of this award will be decided through a combination of judges’ scoring and a public vote and this category is open to free nominations.
This category is free to enter - discount applied automatically at checkout.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
All entries will need to be submitted through our dedicated awards portal here.
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed.
Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Tech Rising Star
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Tech Rising Star - FREE
This category aims to recognise the next generation of tech talent who have shown exceptional aptitude, knowledge, and skill in their work. To be eligible, nominees must have under five years of experience in the industry.
The winner of this award will be decided through a combination of judges’ scoring and a public vote and this category is open to free nominations.
This category is free to enter - discount applied automatically at checkout.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
All entries will need to be submitted through our dedicated awards portal here.
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed.
Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Tech Founder of the Year
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Tech Founder of the Year
Honouring a visionary founder who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and resilience in establishing and growing a successful tech company in the North.
The winner of this award will be decided through a combination of judges’ scoring and a public vote and this category is open to free nominations.
This category is free to enter - discount applied automatically at checkout.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
All entries will need to be submitted through our dedicated awards portal here.
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed.
Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
Tech Female Entrepreneur
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Tech Female Entrepreneur
Recognising an inspiring female entrepreneur who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, and impact in the Northern tech sector through their vision and business acumen.
The winner of this award will be decided through a combination of judges’ scoring and a public vote and this category is open to free nominations.
This category is free to enter - discount applied automatically at checkout.
Entry criteria:
Entries should relate to work undertaken in the twelve months preceding the final entry deadline (e.g. September 2024 - September 2025 for the Prolific North Tech Awards). If you have any doubts on your work’s eligibility we’re happy to help, please contact us on [email protected].
You can submit the same work into multiple categories if relevant - duplicating entries within the portal is simple.
If your organisation is headquartered or has an operational base in the North of England and/or Scotland - you're eligible to enter. Please note: if you're entering work done in partnership with another organisation, for example, an agency submitting a campaign delivered for a client - either the agency OR client needs to have a presence in the North and/or Scotland to be eligible.
How to enter:
- Select your categories
- Create your account or log in via the portal
- Start your entries
- Save your entries
- Submit/pay for your entries
All entries will need to be submitted through our dedicated awards portal here.
A transparent and fair judging process is at the heart of all Prolific North Awards. Our carefully selected panel of judges will be split into subgroups depending on their expertise and assigned categories to score. Judges will read and score all entry forms, considering any supporting materials submitted if needed.
Judges will be asked to give a score (1-10) for each of the following areas:
- Effectiveness (measurable impact and results)
- Implementation
- Innovation
- Evidence of growth or potential for growth
- Social & environmental impact where applicable
These will be combined to give an overall score for each entry. All judges’ pre-scores will then be combined and the highest scoring entries will determine the shortlists.
Judges then meet to discuss the highest scoring entries and agree the winner for each category.
The winners of the individual awards will be decided by a combination of judges' scores and a public vote. We are happy to provide an overview of judges comments on your entry, please contact us on [email protected] to arrange.
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