The Charlottesville Business Innovation Council (CBIC) announced seven new CBIC Award honorees to a banquet audience of more than 200 at the 12th Annual CBIC Awards Gala, June 2 at Farmington Country Club.

Rocket Award
Honoree: Teachstone
Sponsor: Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport Authority

Spotlight Award
Honoree: Robert Capon

Sponsor: UVA Office of Economic Development

Breakthrough Award
Honoree: ContraVac

Sponsor: Center for Innovative Technology

Community Award
Honoree: Dominion Digital
Sponsor: McGuireWoods LLP

People's Choice Navigator Award
Honoree: Gary Henry
Sponsor: Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce

Red Apple Award & Technology in Education Grant
Honoree: Tony Wayne (Albemarle High School)

Sponsor: UVA Office of the Vice President for Research
Grant
Co-Sponsors: ExploreLearning / Garris and Company

CBIC Leadership Award
Honoree: Chris Engel
Sponsor: Board of Directors, Charlottesville Business Innovation Council

"We are delighted to once again recognize and celebrate the achievements of the best and brightest in our area," said Gary Hatter, CBIC Chairman of the Board. "For more than a decade, the CBIC Awards have highlighted innovation and leadership in the private and public sectors, and in our K-12 classrooms. The 2010 honorees and finalists demonstrate the extraordinary vitality of Central Virginia’s technological and entrepreneurial community. Their accomplishments inspire us all and bode well for a strong economic recovery.” Referring to the keynote speech presented by Dr. Gregory B. Fairchild (bio on page 4), Hatter added that “Greg certainly heightened the inspiring tone of the evening, encouraging us to think about how entrepreneurs and innovators can transform economically challenged areas. We are especially pleased that everyone enjoyed the program and networking, as the rock-n-roll theme of ‘Innovation Star Search’ provided a fun, memorable backdrop."

Photos are online at http://todcohenphotography.digipixart.com/gallery/14889.