2018 BETAS Awards - May 3, 2018 at Buffalo RiverWorks

 

BETAS18 Nomination Categories and Finalists:

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Student in Technology

A student who distinguishes his or herself in technology studies, demonstrates solid academics, and possesses good character.

2018 Finalists:

  • Alex Barganier, University at Buffalo
  • Morgan Bedford, Medaille College
  • Sal Fabozzi, Rochester Institute of Technology
  • Megha Goyal, University at Buffalo
  • Doyita Mitra, University at Buffalo
Woman in Technology

A Woman in the Technology Community who designs and/or conceives innovative technological concepts that are proven through actual operating data; a woman who has accelerated and advanced her career beyond typical performance expectations (including work in the community).

2018 Finalists:

  • Tammy Ashraf, PMI Buffalo
  • Jennifer A. Beckage, Esq., CIPP/US, Phillips Lytle LLP
  • Louise Kowalski, Erie Community College
  • Megan McNally, the Foundry
  • Kathleen Murphy, University at Buffalo

Innovation in Manufacturing

Innovation in Manufacturing is setting various brands and products apart from their competition.  This award will recognize a company who uses technology innovation to bring a product or service to market, in a way that is by itself revolutionary or significantly improves the design, testing or manufacturing processes.  

2018 Finalists:

  • Bak USA
  • Moog Inc.
  • PostProcess Technologies
  • SomaDetect
  • UltraCell Insulation

IT Leader of the Year 

The Technology Leader of the Year award recognizes a business information technology professional responsible for an IT department within small or large enterprises. This deserving person is a self-aware, authentic leader who empowers their staff, promotes an awesome, collaborative workplace culture, and leverages technology to solve real business problems.Typically, senior IT executives, including CXO (CIOs, CTOs), VP/Director of IT, CISO, or similar.

2018 Finalists:

  • Jesse Becker, IVR Technology Group
  • Jon Biloh, ColoCrossing
  • Marty Krebs, Fidelis Care NY
  • Gregg Mojica, Clovis
  • Michael Moskal, CUBRC

Entrepreneur of the Year

An outstanding Entrepreneur in the Technology Community. To be eligible to receive the award, the nominee must be an owner of a company who is primarily responsible for the recent performance of the company and an active member of top management for at least one year.

2018 Finalists:

  • Glenna Bett, Cytocybernetics Inc.
  • Akash Desai, IVR Technology Group
  • Rob Hunter, HigherMe
  • Sabina Ramsey, Insight International, LLC
  • Scott Wayman, Kangarootime
Best Cyber Culture

A technology company that fosters a creative, collaborative workplace culture that has helped them enhance performance and sustain a competitive advantage. Employees love coming to work and their customers know it!

2018 Finalists:

  • 19 IDEAS, Michael Puglia
  • Arbeit Software, Alex Villafranca
  • Helm Experience & Design, Jonathan Gorczyca
  • IVR Technology Group, Akash Desai
  • Twisted Rope, Greg Norton
Best Emerging Tech Company

A company with an emerging technology. To be eligible the company or individual has a new technology that is currently being developed, or will be developed within the next five to ten years. The new technology can substantially alter the business and social environment.

2018 Finalists:

  • 3AM Innovations, Patrick O'Connor
  • HigherMe, Rob Hunter
  • L-Tron Corporation, Gayle DeRose
  • Patient Pattern, Inc., Dr. Steven Buslovich
  • SomaDetect, Bethany Deshpande
Best use of Digital Marketing

The best use of Digital Marketing. Digital Marketing is the targeted, measurable, and interactive marketing of products or services using digital technologies to reach and convert leads into customers and retain them. The key objective is to promote brands, build preference and increase sales through various digital marketing including use of Social Media, Website and beyond...

2018 Finalists:

  • Arbeit Software, Joe Tilton
  • Invest Buffalo Niagara
  • L-Tron Corporation, Gayle DeRose
  • Mental Health Association of Erie County, Carol Doggett
  • Renoun Creative, Daniel Wangelin
Best Tech Team in Creative Services

The best Tech Team in WNY Creative Services.  This includes, but not limited to: Advertising, Marketing PR Media, Entertainment & Sports, etc. Does your tech team rock?  Do they do the impossible?  Have they put together a new platform, program, system, etc. that ‘couldn’t be done’, yet they did it?  Have they created a cutting edge tool that has vaulted your organization to top of mind awareness or the top of your industry?  This is a team that should be recognized as a platform to your company’s success.  These guys/ladies deserve it.  Tell us… 

2018 Finalists:

  • 19 IDEAS, Michael Puglia
  • Helm Experience & Design
  • INSIGHT INTERNATIONAL USA LLC, Brittney Dullin
  • InVue Digital
  • Twisted Rope, Greg Norton
Best Tech Team in Technology Services

The best Tech Team in Technology Services. This includes, but not limited to: Telecom/ISP, Web Developers, Software Development, etc.  Today's rapidly changing technology demands every individual and organization - whether provider, insurer, supplier or advocacy group -  all service companies make a significant impact for all.  What sets them apart is customer service, support, repair and response times. This year's nominees should go above and beyond in all areas of product offerings as well as outstanding customer service.

2018 Finalists:

  • ColoCrossing, Jon Biloh
  • Helm Experience & Design
  • IVR Technology Group, Mike Canzoneri
  • Lighthouse Technology Services, Randy Harris
  • LocalEdge
Best Tech Team in Service Industries

The best Tech Team in a professional support services organization.  This includes, but not limited to: Legal, Finance, Insurance, Accounting, Healthcare, Banking, Real Estate, Manufacturing, etc. Does your tech team rock?  Do they do the impossible?  Have they put together a new platform, program, system, etc. that ‘couldn’t be done’, yet they did it?  Have they created a cutting edge tool that has vaulted your organization to top of mind awareness or the top of your industry?  This is a team that should be recognized as a platform to your company’s success.  These guys/ladies deserve it.  

2018 Finalists:

  • BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Enterprise Information Security Team
  • Bonadio Group - Enterprise Risk Management
  • Freed Maxick CPAs P.C.
  • Lighthouse Technology Services, Randy Harris
  • M&T Bank, Jeremy Sikora
Best Tech Team in Non-Profit / Education

The best tech team in Non-Profit / Education.  This award that goes to the Non-Profit or Education team that strives to deliver the best and most advanced technology for their organization.  All technology advancements must have occurred with the past year.

2018 Finalists:

  • BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Tech Automation Team
  • CUBRC - DSIF Group
  • FIRST Robotics TEAM 4930, Jon Kiddy
  • Jacobs Institute Engineering Team
  • Kangarootime, Scott Wayman
Project Manager of the Year

Project Manager of The Year: Powered by PMI Buffalo

  • Bernadette Reasinger, M&T Bank
  • Jason Lendvay, M&T Bank
  • Molly Finnerty, M&T Bank
  • Angela Ricci, BlueCross BlueShield of WNY

 

 

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