Five companies take Innovation Tri-Valley GameChangers awards

Innovation Tri-Valley honored five local companies at its ninth annual GameChangers awards ceremony Thursday evening at The Roundhouse at Bishop Ranch in San Ramon. The event, which celebrates innovation and leadership in the Tri-Valley region, recognized companies for their contributions to various sectors including sports, energy, finance, and biotechnology. Among the honorees was the Pac-12 Conference, which relocated its operations to San Ramon, and Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley, which received the Founders Award for its significant contributions to the community.

The GameChangers awards ceremony not only highlights the innovative spirit of the Tri-Valley region but also underscores the economic impact these companies have on the local community. The event, attended by business leaders, innovators, and community members, serves as a platform to recognize and celebrate the achievements of local companies that are driving economic growth and technological advancement. For residents and businesses in Danville and the surrounding areas, the awards underscore the region's role as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.

Innovation Tri-Valley, a leadership group that has been hosting the GameChangers awards since 2018, has a history of recognizing companies that have made significant contributions to the region's economy and technological landscape. Previous honorees include well-known companies such as Lam Research, 10x Genomics, and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. The group's mission is to promote the Tri-Valley as a leading region for innovation, and the awards ceremony is a key part of that effort. Katie Marcel, chief executive of Innovation Tri-Valley, emphasized the region's importance, stating, "This region's innovation story is a huge contribution to the leadership of California."

The ceremony, held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at The Roundhouse at Bishop Ranch, featured the recognition of five honorees: Pac-12 Conference for innovation in sports and entertainment, Inertia Fusion Energy for energy and deep technology, SavvyMoney for financial technology, Calyxo for biotechnology and medical devices, and Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley, which received the Founders Award. Each company was selected for its unique contributions to their respective fields, showcasing the diverse and robust innovation ecosystem in the Tri-Valley region.

Residents and businesses interested in supporting or attending future events can contact Innovation Tri-Valley at info@innovationtrivalley.org for more information. While ticket prices have not been published, the event continues to be a significant milestone in the region's annual calendar of innovation and business recognition. The GameChangers awards serve as a reminder of the Tri-Valley's ongoing commitment to fostering a vibrant and innovative community, and the upcoming year promises to bring even more exciting developments and achievements from the region's tech and business sectors.