NJTC Now Accepting 2009 Gala Award Nominations

MT. LAUREL, N.J., June 16 /PRNewswire/ -- The New Jersey Technology Council
(NJTC) is currently accepting nominations for the 2009 Gala Awards in a
variety of categories including technology industries, growth stages, super
awards and government and education.

The 2009 NJTC Awards Gala will be held on Nov. 17 at The Palace at Somerset
Park Somerset, N.J. This black-tie event is an opportunity to celebrate
innovation in the region and salute the efforts of the technology companies
and their leaders who are dedicated to securing New Jersey's spot as a go-to
destination for technology-based innovation and entrepreneurism.

The deadline for making nominations is July 31. Visit www.njtc.org for more
information and to nominate in the following categories:

Technology Industry Awards
Software/IT Company of the Year
Life Sciences Company of the Year
Electronics Company of the Year
Communications/New Media Company of the Year
Clean/Green Company of the Year
Alternative Energy Company of the Year
Nanotechnology Company of the Year
Stage of Development Awards

Stage Awards
Early Stage Company of the Year
Growth Company of the Year
Large Company of the Year

Super Awards
Master Technology Company of the Year
Public Company of the Year
Private Company of the Year

Special Awards
John H. Martinson Technology Supporter Award
Legislative Advocate for Technology Award
Excellence in Technology Education Award

About the New Jersey Technology Council:

The New Jersey Technology Council provides business support, networking
opportunities, information, advocacy and recognition of technology companies
and their leaders. Founded in 1996, NJTC's more than 1,200 member companies
work together to support their own enterprises while advancing New Jersey's
status as a leading technology center in the United States.

SOURCE New Jersey Technology Council

Rachel Nicometi of New Jersey Technology Council, +1-856-787-9700