The San Diego Top Tech Awards are back to recognize the achievements of San Diego County’s top IT leaders who are making a huge impact in their business or organization – from small to large companies, startups, and nonprofits to hospitality, healthcare, government, and education. Photo courtesy Cox

Do you know an I.T. leader, a rising star in tech, or a cybersecurity guru whose innovative and forward-thinking spirit and contributions to their business, organization, or industry deserve to be celebrated?

The San Diego Top Tech Awards are back to recognize the achievements of San Diego County’s top IT leaders who are making a huge impact in their business or organization – from small to large companies, startups, and nonprofits to hospitality, healthcare, government, and education.

There are 13 award categories and the Cox Business Exemplary Award, honors an individual based on community service and leadership in the IT community. This year, there are two new categories: Rising Star (30 years of age or under) and Cyber Security ProfessionalNominate an IT superstar through May 8.

Honorees will be announced at the awards event on Thursday, Sept. 26 at Snapdragon Stadium.

Since 2008, Cox Business has lauded information technology innovators in San Diego County. The event pays homage to the talent in the San Diego community, celebrating the change-makers and visionaries who take risks and implement new cutting-edge technologies, all in the name of making their organizations and the communities they serve more connected and successful.

Community members are invited to join the Top Tech Awards and celebration presented by Cox Business. The event from 4 to 7 p.m. will feature an awards presentation, food, craft beer, music, dancing, and more and will provide opportunities to network with San Diego’s most innovative leaders in technology.