DEARBORN – The Detroit chapter of TiE also known as Talent, Ideas, Enterprise, on Monday announced the Finalists for the annual TiE20 Midwest Awards for their annual conference, TiECon Midwest, to be held at The Henry Dearborn,

October 28-29.

“We recognize and appreciate the Finalists whose metrics have stood out among their peers. TiE20 Awards provide startups a unique platform for visibility, networking and mentoring opportunities through TiE’s global ecosystem,” said Tel Ganesan, President, TiE Detroit Chapter.

TiECon Midwest 2010 is an entrepreneurial conference attracting hundreds of entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and professionals. TiE20 Awards recognizes excellence among 20 Early Stage Startups within four industry verticals: Internet, Software, Mobile, and Media. TiE20 winners (5 per domain) will be honored with awards of excellence in front of several well established Entrepreneurs, Venture Capitalists, Industry Experts and other business professionals during TiEcon Midwest. Additionally, the TiE20 winners will present their companies in a live showcase at the conference and get special invitations to PowerConnect premium networking sessions.

They will also be a part of the ongoing recognition from TiE Detroit throughout the year.

“The Finalists hold place of pride for being selected from hundreds of nominations and will now go through the next stage of judging and Public Polling before declaring the Winners. We wish them all the success and encourage their active participation in public polling for the Winners spots,” said Mateen Syed, Chair TiE20 Midwest Awards.

To vote for the finalists, click on MyEventSignUp.Com

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