This last two weeks has seen 21 fantastic SPARKies judges, mulling over the hundreds of creative, innovative and unique tech nominations received from across Bristol, Bath and the South West.
To be held in Bristol for the first time this year, the SPARKies awards 2016 will be bigger and better than ever, and the perfect way to celebrate the very best of the technology companies, organisations and individuals fuelling the success of the region.
And with all the impressive nominations this year there’s no denying it’s been a tough-call for the judges to decide who to shortlist for the awards.
The SPARKies shortlist
Each of the 15 award was closely contested with the nominees deemed of very high quality including the People’s Choice shortlist which was decided by you, our lovely readers.
Check out the shortlist for each award below and click on the award names, nominated individuals, organisations and companies to find out more.

Shona Wright
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