Start-up of the Year Merlin Cloud From the minds behind &Element, Merlin Cloud utilises AI tech and data analytics to improve customer experiences in retail and increasing store profitability by 23%. Visit Merlin Cloud
Collaboration of the Year KleanDrive + Welch Group After KleanDrive’s initial success with First Group, their collaboration with Welch Group saw them convert Welch’s fleet of HGV’s into E-HGV’s using their state of the art, plug-and-play e-drivetrain system. Learn more about this
Young Tech Talent of the Year (18 - 30) Luke Brown At the ripe old age of 29, Luke has been instrumental in the thriving Colchester tech scene, founding two of the counties most exciting businesses, &Element and Merlin Cloud. Connect with Luke
Community Leader Lara Fox A member of the Greater Essex Business Board and Director of Objective, Lara has been exceptional in both roles, forming relationships at events to understand the wants and needs of businesses, providing insights as a speaker, and aiding in the growth of Tech Essex. Connect with Lara
Innovation of the Year Faraday 2 Superdielectrics had built on the success of Faraday 2’s predecessor (Faraday 1), to create a ‘fridge-sized’ energy storage unit which could lead to capabilities of reducing household electricity bills by 85% or more. Learn about Faraday 2
Entrepreneur of the Year Muntazir Panjwani Muntazir has taken Vibe Agency from strength to strength this year. He has capitalised on all available opportunities, is open to any collaboration, and is quickly becoming a leading voice in the Essex tech scene. Connect with Muntazir
Business Success Award Concurrent Concurrent has doubled its market value to £200m in just one year, becoming the fastest-growing tech firm on the London Stock Exchange. With an 80% workforce increase over four years, the company has outgrown its Colchester base and is seeking further investment in the local area. Follow on LinkedIn
Tech Champion Alex Boucher MBE Alex was awarded a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for his continuous contributions to the commercial growth of the video games industry and entrepreneurship. Essex has a very young and exciting video games industry growing, and Alex has been instrumental to it’s growth. Connect with Alex
Affiliate Squared Provides secure website development, hosting, e-commerce tech, and bespoke software development Affiliate Squared
Attract & Engage Provides various marketing services to aid in the growth of businesses Attract & Engage
Austin Motor Company Develops electric cars using the vintage Austin Motors brand. Austin Motor Company
CML Microsystems Designs and supplies mixed-signal, RF, and microwave semiconductors globally. CML Microsystems
Dlala Studios Multiple award winning games studio, known for high profile IP game development. Dlala Studios
Hellenic Provides innovative hardware and software to enhance efficiency in food manufacturing Hellenic
HyperCIM Develops AI database accelerators to optimise to data processing speed and efficiency HyperCIM
KleanDrive Offers technology to convert diesel buses into zero-emission electric vehicles. KleanDrive
Nexus / HDC Develops software for healthcare companies focusing on care planning and notation. Nexus / HDC
Pocket Power Free holistic health and wellbeing app to support mental and physical wellbeing. Pocket Power
Recirculate Systems Resource management software which aims to reduce waste and environmental impact Recirculate Systems
Sky Futures Creates drones that perform inspections on onshore and offshore oil and gas facilities. Sky Futures
Superdielectics Develops energy storage technology to build safe, cheap, and sustainable energy systems Superdielectrics
Thumb Soldiers Innovative gaming accessories for precision, comfort, and accessibility. Thumb Soldiers
Walking Digital Designs and builds websites, online shops and provides marketing solutions Walking Digital
Xenomorph Provides data management services to banks, insurance companies and investment managers. Xenomorph
