TechNite - RBTC

Celebrate Innovation at TechNite

May 7, 2026

TechNite is the annual celebration of the Roanoke Blacksburg region’s technology community. The evening includes a keynote speaker and awards presentation to celebrate leaders, innovators, and companies in the regional tech community.

Honoring Leaders in Business and Innovation

Save the Date: May 7, 2026
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center

This coming May, join RBTC at the 26th annual TechNite as we celebrate the incredible people and businesses that make our region special.

Every year, awards are presented to innovative individuals and companies doing exceptional work throughout the Roanoke Blacksburg region.

How to Participate

Awards Nominations

With awards for all areas of technology and innovation, these honors are designed to help celebrate the leaders shaping our community. Nominations for the 2026 TechNite Awards will open soon.

Hart of the Entrepreneur Award

The Hart of the Entrepreneur Award recognizes an outstanding entrepreneur in the region who demonstrates high impact through their work. The honor is chosen by committee and presented annually at TechNite. Nominations for 2026 will open soon.

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Previous Winners

See the list of 2025 winners here.

Sponsorships

This event is made possible thanks to our sponsors, members, board of directors, and staff. We are grateful for the generous support of event sponsors.

We Thank Our TechNite Event Sponsors