Trailblazing Tech Award 2025
Manchester has a rich history of Innovation, contributing to world changing technology.
It’s a leading tech hub in the UK and has fostered a vibrant ecosystem of over 1,600 startups and scaleups, collectively employing approximately 60,000 individuals.
The trailblazing tech award recognises the best in class for pushing the boundaries of technology and inspiring all with ground-breaking solutions across diverse sectors
Last year we were delighted to crown Carbon Neutral Fuels as winners alongside some very stiff competition,
here's what winner Sophie Zienkiewicz had to say..
"The Pro-Manchester community is limitless in terms of networking, knowledge and support for growing businesses. Winning the Trailblazing Tech 2024 Award has been incredible for Carbon Neutral Fuels in terms of building our credibility in the region and creating opportunities for us as leaders to learn and grow. I would really encourage anyone to get involved with the awards this year."
Are you the North West's next trailblazer?
We are now on the lookout for nominations for the Trailblazing Tech Award 2025!
We are searching for entrants from all sectors who are welcome to enter if they have an exciting idea or change to existing design.
Entry is completely free. If you are successful in getting through to the final eight, you will be invited to along to
DTX to be interviewed by our judges live on stage on the afternoon of Thursday 3rd April 2025.
Click here for further details of the DTX Conference.
The the final three will be invited to give a live demonstration at our Trailblazing Tech conference at Manchester Central on Friday 20th June 2025.
Guests at the event will vote for the overall winner.
Whether you've invented a world-class product, or you've made some impressive changes to already existing tech, we want to hear from you.
What are the benefits?
You'll be in with a chance of showcasing your trailblazing technology in front of an impressive row of judges. Not only this, if selected by the judges you'll be showcasing your tech in front of our live Trailblazing Tech Conference audience.
What can I win?
All chosen finalists will have the opportunity to showcase their tech in front of potential investors, leading tech talent and key stakeholders from businesses within Greater Manchester. The winner will then be selected to win the prestigious pro-manchester Trailblazing Tech Award for 2025 and have further coverage via our newsletters and social media feed with a reach of over 20,000 members.
Who can apply?
If you've created a tech product that you're proud of, then this is the competition for you. We're looking for our region's finest talent and products to produce an exciting live showcase at our conference, which is sure to wow the audience and our judges. If you (or a client) tick these boxes, then click away and enter today.
How do I enter?
To enter, you just need to fill in our quick and easy contact form, available when clicking on the button below. After this, our judges will review your form and syphon the list down to eight, you will be invited to showcase your talent in April, before hopefully being on stage at our conference on Friday 20th June 2025.
Good luck and if you need anything further, please contact [email protected]
[email protected]
Manchester has a rich history of Innovation, contributing to world changing technology.
It’s a leading tech hub in the UK and has fostered a vibrant ecosystem of over 1,600 startups and scaleups, collectively employing approximately 60,000 individuals.
The trailblazing tech award recognises the best in class for pushing the boundaries of technology and inspiring all with ground-breaking solutions across diverse sectors
Last year we were delighted to crown Carbon Neutral Fuels as winners alongside some very stiff competition,
here's what winner Sophie Zienkiewicz had to say..
"The Pro-Manchester community is limitless in terms of networking, knowledge and support for growing businesses. Winning the Trailblazing Tech 2024 Award has been incredible for Carbon Neutral Fuels in terms of building our credibility in the region and creating opportunities for us as leaders to learn and grow. I would really encourage anyone to get involved with the awards this year."
Are you the North West's next trailblazer?
We are now on the lookout for nominations for the Trailblazing Tech Award 2025!
We are searching for entrants from all sectors who are welcome to enter if they have an exciting idea or change to existing design.
Entry is completely free. If you are successful in getting through to the final eight, you will be invited to along to
DTX to be interviewed by our judges live on stage on the afternoon of Thursday 3rd April 2025.
Click here for further details of the DTX Conference.
The the final three will be invited to give a live demonstration at our Trailblazing Tech conference at Manchester Central on Friday 20th June 2025.
Guests at the event will vote for the overall winner.
Whether you've invented a world-class product, or you've made some impressive changes to already existing tech, we want to hear from you.
What are the benefits?
You'll be in with a chance of showcasing your trailblazing technology in front of an impressive row of judges. Not only this, if selected by the judges you'll be showcasing your tech in front of our live Trailblazing Tech Conference audience.
What can I win?
All chosen finalists will have the opportunity to showcase their tech in front of potential investors, leading tech talent and key stakeholders from businesses within Greater Manchester. The winner will then be selected to win the prestigious pro-manchester Trailblazing Tech Award for 2025 and have further coverage via our newsletters and social media feed with a reach of over 20,000 members.
Who can apply?
If you've created a tech product that you're proud of, then this is the competition for you. We're looking for our region's finest talent and products to produce an exciting live showcase at our conference, which is sure to wow the audience and our judges. If you (or a client) tick these boxes, then click away and enter today.
How do I enter?
To enter, you just need to fill in our quick and easy contact form, available when clicking on the button below. After this, our judges will review your form and syphon the list down to eight, you will be invited to showcase your talent in April, before hopefully being on stage at our conference on Friday 20th June 2025.
Good luck and if you need anything further, please contact [email protected]
[email protected]