The search for the North West’s leading tech innovators has officially commenced. The region’s tech scene is thriving, and a new initiative aims to identify and celebrate its brightest stars.
Building on the success of previous regional tech lists, this new endeavour will shine a spotlight on the most dynamic and disruptive companies. The initiative plans to cover over 300 companies, ensuring comprehensive recognition of the region’s tech talent.
Celebrating Regional Tech Talent
The North West boasts some of the UK’s most exciting tech companies, particularly in Manchester. The initiative will provide these firms with the recognition they deserve, showcasing their innovative solutions and rapid growth.
This effort follows the success of lists highlighting technology stars in Yorkshire, Humberside, the Midlands, and the North East. These lists garnered significant attention, with millions of impressions across various social media platforms.
Comprehensive Coverage
The aim is ambitious: to include over 300 companies from the North West in the final list. The number of potential candidates is already extensive and continues to grow.
Once this list and other regional lists are completed, a ‘list of lists’ featuring an estimated 1,000 top UK tech firms will be published.
This comprehensive approach ensures that tech companies from all over the UK receive the recognition they deserve.
Industry Leader Engagement
The initiative is not just relying on its own research.
Senior industry leaders are being engaged to provide their expert opinions on which companies should be included. This collaborative approach brings together various perspectives and enhances the credibility of the final list.
Such engagement ensures that the most deserving companies are highlighted and celebrated for their contributions to the tech industry.
Previous Lists and Their Impact
Previous lists, such as ‘301 Female Tech Trailblazers’ and ‘101 FinTech Disrupters’, have been incredibly impactful.
These lists received wide acclaim and were shared extensively on social media, with the recognition significantly benefiting the featured companies.
The North West list aims to replicate and build upon this success, providing an even broader platform for tech firms in the region.
Editor’s Insights
Chris Maguire, editor of the initiative, emphasised the importance of recognising tech talent outside London. He stated, “Everyone talks about London as being the UK’s crown jewel in terms of tech, but it’s no secret that some of the country’s most exciting tech firms are based in Manchester and the North West – and we intend to celebrate them.”
Maguire highlighted the need for widespread recognition of tech achievements across the UK.
Call for Nominations
Companies can put themselves forward for consideration. Nominations can be made through a dedicated form available online.
This open approach ensures that all potential candidates have an opportunity to be considered for the list, fostering inclusivity and comprehensive representation of the region’s tech talent.
Engaging the community in this manner helps uncover hidden gems within the tech industry, ensuring no deserving company is overlooked.
Publishing Timeline
The full list will be published online in early February 2019.
This timeline allows sufficient time for thorough research and engagement with industry leaders, ensuring the list is comprehensive and well-curated.
The North West’s tech sector is set to receive well-deserved recognition through this ambitious initiative.
With over 300 companies under consideration and contributions from industry leaders, the final list promises to be a definitive guide to the region’s tech excellence.
