TechRochester

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Join us as we celebrate the incredible women shaping the future of technology at the Technology Woman of the Year 2026 ✨

📍 Memorial Art Gallery

🗓 April 23, 2026

⏰ 8:30–10:00 AM

This inspiring morning brings together innovators, leaders, and change makers from across our community and you’ll want to be in the room.

🎟 Tickets are available now. Sponsorships are open.

Secure your seat and be part of the celebration - https://www.techrochester.org/technology-woman-of-the-year

Nominations Are Now Open!

TechRochester is proud to announce that nominations are officially open for the 2026 Technology Woman of the Year (TWY) and Emerging Technology Woman of the Year (ETWY) awards.

Each year, these honors recognize outstanding women who are shaping the future of technology in the Greater Rochester region through innovation, leadership, mentorship, and community impact.

How the Process Works:
- Nominations are open now through January 31, 2026.
- Anyone may nominate a qualified candidate using our updated online form.
- Finalists will be selected by an independent panel of past judges and community leaders.
- Award recipients will be announced at the 2026 Tech Woman of the Year Celebration.

Tentative Save the Date | Thursday, April 23, 2026

Location and event details to be announced soon.

Help us celebrate the women driving Rochester’s technology community forward. Submit your nomination today and share this opportunity with your network!

For sponsorship or partnership inquiries, please contact [email protected]

Nominate today using the link in our bio!