2026 Nomination Form - Tech Team of the Year (Part 2)

All paperwork is with our judging panel for review and supplementary nomination forms are no longer being accepted.

We hope to have you as part of the awards progam next year!

Questions?
Megan Colf (mcolf@pghtech.org)

Please complete the fields below to finalize your 2026 CIO of the Year & Tech Titan Award - Tech Team of the Year nomination.

*This form must be submitted by the final EXTENDED deadline of EOB Wednesday, February 25, 2026, for your final Tech Team of the Year nomination paperwork to be valid.

CLICK HERE to review nomination criteria for all 2026 Award categories!

Nominated exclusively by CIOs, CTOs, and CISOs.

Does your team have a success story worth celebrating? This award recognizes technology teams that deliver innovation, impact, and excellence through transformative initiatives. Whether it’s AI implementation, cloud migration, security enhancements, or another groundbreaking project, this is your opportunity to showcase the achievements that set your team apart.

Position your team among the industry’s best—share how your work has driven measurable results and shaped the future of technology.

Criteria:

Must be nominated by CIOs, CTOs, or CISOs.

Demonstrates outstanding teamwork and collaboration, with both tech-focused roles and other teams or departments.
Successfully delivers complex technology projects, solutions, or services that meet or exceed business goals.
Shows exceptional problem-solving abilities and agility in addressing challenges or changes in project scope.
Implements innovative, efficient, and scalable technology solutions that drive business growth or operational improvements.
Contributes to a positive and inclusive work culture that fosters innovation, knowledge-sharing, and continuous improvement.
Delivers measurable, positive outcomes such as cost savings, increased productivity, or improved user experience.
Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and exceptional execution in meeting deadlines and achieving project goals.
Recognized within the organization and the industry for overall impact and contribution to technology advancement.

Nominator Full Name*

First NameLast Name

Nominator Job Title*

Nominator Organization Name*

Nominator Office Phone Number*

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Nominator Cell Phone Number*

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Nominator Email Address*

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Alternate Contact or Marketing Contact Name*

First NameLast Name

Alternate Contact or Marketing Contact Phone Number*

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Alternate Contact or Marketing Contact Email Address*

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Organization Type*

If you selected "Other" for Type, please specify

Organization Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

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Headquarters Location*

Organization Website*

Organization Industry*

If you selected "Other" for Industry, please specify

Organization Profile*

Fewer than 150 words (note: this may be used in publication)0/150

Size of total company staff (number of employees)*

FY26

Size of tech team staff (number of employees)*

FY26

If possible, please attach a hi-res company logo

What is your team's primary focus, mission, or area of expertise?*

What key innovative project(s) or initiative(s) has the team worked on this year that have led to measurable business growth or operational improvements? How does your team ensure that solutions are scalable and efficient in driving long-term success?*

Whether it’s AI implementation, cloud migration, security enhancements, or another groundbreaking project, this is your opportunity to showcase the achievements that set your team apart.

How has your team exceed expectations and contributed to the success of your organization? Examples include positive outcomes such as cost savings, increased productivity, improved user experience, etc.*

How did the team demonstrate effective collaboration, both internally with one another and/or with other departments, to successfully deliver technology solutions?*

What were some of the key conflicts or challenges your team faced during a major project or initiative, and how did you demonstrate problem-solving abilities and agility in overcoming these obstacles? Include specific examples.*

Are there any specific awards, certifications, or recognitions that the team has received this year?*

Please provide any additional testimonials, feedback, or success stories that highlight the team’s achievements.*

What, if anything, do you want the judging panel to know about your team that has not been covered with the questions above?

Nomination Criteria

This form must be submitted by EOB Wednesday, February 25, 2026, for your final nomination paperwork to be valid.

Please note: Companies that sell IT solutions and services are not eligible for Tech Team of the Year.

Does your team have a success story worth celebrating? This award recognizes technology teams that deliver innovation, impact, and excellence through transformative initiatives. Whether it’s AI implementation, cloud migration, security enhancements, or another groundbreaking project, this is your opportunity to showcase the achievements that set your team apart.

Position your team among the industry’s best—share how your work has driven measurable results and shaped the future of technology.

Criteria:

Must be nominated by CIOs, CTOs, or CISOs.

Demonstrates outstanding teamwork and collaboration, with both tech-focused roles and other teams or departments.
Successfully delivers complex technology projects, solutions, or services that meet or exceed business goals.
Shows exceptional problem-solving abilities and agility in addressing challenges or changes in project scope.
Implements innovative, efficient, and scalable technology solutions that drive business growth or operational improvements.
Contributes to a positive and inclusive work culture that fosters innovation, knowledge-sharing, and continuous improvement.
Delivers measurable, positive outcomes such as cost savings, increased productivity, or improved user experience.
Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and exceptional execution in meeting deadlines and achieving project goals.
Recognized within the organization and the industry for overall impact and contribution to technology advancement.

Other Important Information

All Tech Team of the Year Finalists must register for/purchase a ticket to the in-person event taking place on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at The Westin Pittsburgh.
Nominees are not required to be a member of the Greater Pittsburgh CIO Group and are not required to be employed by a Pittsburgh Technology Council member company.
Finalists will be required to participate in a photo/video shoot.

Nominee Notification*

I approve the content submitted in this supplemental nomination form. Additionally, I have read the Nomination Criteria and Other Important Information and I certify that I meet these requirements.

2026 Category: Tech Team of the Year

Organization/Company Information

Section 1: Team Overview

Section 2: Innovation & Scalability

Section 3: Collaboration

Section 4: Supporting Documentation