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7th Annual
Jersey TechAwards

The Jersey TechAwards celebrate the very best of Jersey’s digital talent, creativity and entrepreneurship. The ceremony will take place on Friday 17th October at the Royal Jersey Showground.

The Jersey TechAwards

It’s time to celebrate the island’s top tech talent. Innovation is powered by islanders, and we want to reward those going the extra mile to make the future better for all of us.

The 7th Annual Jersey TechAwards will take place on Friday 17th October at the Royal Jersey Showground, proudly sponsored by EWG and hosted by acclaimed stand-up comedian Angela Barnes.

The evening begins with a welcome reception featuring Prosecco and canapés, followed by a two-course dinner and the main awards ceremony. After the celebrations, DJ Mel Fusion will take the stage for a high-energy afterparty with live vocals, saxophone, and an immersive experience like no other.

TechAwards Shortlist
Innovation Award, sponsored by PwC Channel Islands

This award recognises a team or a business which has developed a truly innovative technological solution which solves a problem or acts as a market disruptor. The winning entry will describe the current or potential benefits of the innovation or disruption.

Hiizzy: The DIY home sale revolution
Hiizzy revolutionises UK property sales with a consumer-to-consumer model, replacing estate agents with intuitive tech, AI, and direct communication tools. It enables homeowners to manage listings, valuations, and negotiations independently. With transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and strategic partner support, Hiizzy delivers control, trust, and savings. It disrupts a 200-year-old industry and creates a brand-new property marketplace category.

EVie: Transforming Transport
EVie is transforming transport in the Channel Islands with scalable, shared electric solutions. From our Credit Mobility Platform and Green Fleet tools to the ultra-affordable On Demand A2B service, we help individuals and organisations move away from private car ownership. With transport responsible for nearly half of Jersey’s CO₂ emissions, we’re enabling over 1,000 trips a month, making travel safer, cleaner, and more sustainable on the journey to Net Zero.

Gander: Powering Waste Reduction for Retailers
Gander’s award-winning SaaS platform helps supermarkets and convenience stores prevent food waste. It’s the only global solution of its kind, benefiting retailers, customers, and the environment. While built for grocery retail, the technology applies across sectors like pharmaceuticals, pet shops, and fashion. Gander showcases how innovation in tech can deliver real, positive impact across multiple industries.

Cyber Security & Data Protection Award, sponsored by JT

This award will go to an organisation that the judges consider the most impressive with regard to their activities in cyber security and data protection. There could be a focus on a particular project (e.g., the implementation of a new security solution), but equally the organisation’s overall cyber security and data protection approach may be the subject of the nomination with no reference to a specific project.

Jersey Water: Cyber Resilience Programme
With an innovative, proactive approach, Jersey Water delivers impactful cyber awareness to the organisation, using verified global threat intelligence. Despite limited resources, they’ve cultivated a robust, leadership-supported security culture. With active roles within local and national bodies, Jersey Water contributes significantly to safeguarding both its infrastructure and the wider community.

Comtech Solutions: Advancing Compliance Through Digital Innovation
Comtech Solutions makes data protection practical and painless with CookieScan and YourDataSafe – smart, automated tools that simplify compliance. From geo-targeted cookie controls to user-friendly compliance dashboards, their solutions empower teams without legal jargon or costly consultants. With 1,000+ websites and 64 companies onboard, this Jersey-based company is turning data protection into a scalable, effective, and even enjoyable experience.

Enso Solutions: Connecting, Securing & Transforming your business
Enso Solutions delivers secure digital transformation for Channel Island businesses with global reach. Specialising in secure cloud and networking, Enso enables clients to modernise infrastructure, enhance data protection, and boost operational efficiency. Leveraging Fortinet technology, their agile local team has driven real-world impact across multiple sectors, creating safer, more resilient IT foundations that support sustainable growth and cloud acceleration.

Fintech Award, sponsored by Quantios

Entrants for this award should be either: (a) any kind of innovative technology used in the Finance industry; or (b) finance-oriented technology used in any industry, financial or otherwise.

Flagstone International: Optimising cross-border cash management
Flagstone International is redefining cash management through a fintech platform that streamlines access to multi-currency deposits and FX across global banks. Replacing outdated banking processes, clients earn competitive returns through one secure, efficient interface. Able to serve clients globally, Flagstone International is delivering measurable impact through its innovation and partnerships with Trust & Corporate Service Providers.

Daysium: Simplifying Global Tax Compliance
Daysium is a fintech compliance platform transforming how globally mobile individuals manage tax residency. By automating day counting and converting location data into audit-ready evidence, it enables real-time, proactive compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Replacing spreadsheets and guesswork, Daysium and its companion app deliver a smarter, more precise approach to managing international tax obligations.

Binderr: Professional & Financial Services Marketplace
Binderr is revolutionising financial services with a global marketplace that streamlines onboarding and reuses verified KYC/KYB data across institutions. Operating in multiple jurisdictions, including Jersey, Binderr accelerates compliance, eliminates inefficiencies, and boosts transparency. With rapid adoption and major financial partners onboarded, Binderr is scaling fast toward its vision of becoming the Amazon of Financial Services by 2030.

AI Award, sponsored by Sure Business

This award recognises innovative applications or development of artificial intelligence (AI) in Jersey that deliver impactful solutions. Entrants should demonstrate how AI has been creatively used to solve complex problems or enhance efficiency in existing businesses or in completely new business products/services.

Aavalynx: Award-winning AI-powered dispute resolution
Professor Hanna Roos, founder of Aavalynx, is leading Jersey’s AI innovation with Sisu, a legal-tech tool transforming global dispute resolution. Aavalynx delivers up to 70% productivity gains and boasts 100% trial-to-client conversion. An award-winning entrepreneur and advocate for women in tech, Hanna is showcasing Jersey as a serious player in AI and legal innovation on the world stage.

Sentient Machines: AI-driven conversation analytics by Sentient Machines
Sentient Machines delivers emotionally intelligent AI that transforms how customers interact with technology. Its platform understands subtle human emotions across 99 languages—going beyond what people can perceive themselves. By combining 25+ advanced AI algorithms, it empowers businesses to elevate customer experience, increase productivity, and ensure regulatory compliance. Designed for seamless human-robot interaction, Sentient Machines also helps individuals strengthen emotional awareness and communication—making every conversation more impactful, intuitive, and human.

Cyan Regulatory / Blue Llama: AskMax.je AML/CFT/CPF chatbot
AskMax is Jersey’s first AI chatbot for financial regulation, offering anonymous, round-the-clock access to concise, conversational guidance. Launched in February 2024, it reduces compliance costs and research time by helping users navigate the AML/CFT/CPF regime. Developed by Cyan Regulatory and Blue Llama, AskMax exemplifies how technology can make complex information easily accessible – freeing people to focus on what matters.

Start-up Award, sponsored by NatWest International

This award will go to a technology-oriented organisation that has existed for only a short time but which, despite its relative youth, demonstrates success so far and promise for the future. Success can be measured in any way – for example spectacular financials, strong reputation, major team expansion or anything else which demonstrates strong and sustainable growth.

Daysium: Designed for Globally Mobile Individuals
Daysium is a Jersey-built app helping globally mobile individuals manage tax residency with confidence. Replacing manual, error-prone methods with automated day counting and intelligent evidence-building, Daysium solves a high-risk global problem with speed, simplicity, and precision. As the first real-time solution of its kind, Daysium is redefining how to manage tax compliance across borders.

Ryde: Easy, affordable, greener travel for everyone in Jersey
Ryde is transforming Jersey’s transport with the island’s first fully digital taxi network. In under a year, it completed 23,000+ journeys, launched an EV-first fleet, created jobs, and built strategic partnerships. With over 10,000 app downloads and 65% automated bookings, Ryde proves that tech-driven, sustainable mobility can thrive in small economies through innovation, impact, and self-funded growth.

Hiizzy: Selling homes, reinvented
Hiizzy is the UK’s first consumer-to-consumer property marketplace, empowering homeowners to list, manage, and sell directly. Born in Jersey, it replaces estate agents with intuitive tech, saving users up to 95% in fees. Built with advanced tools and AI-powered insights, Hiizzy offers transparency, control, and freedom-redefining how homes are sold with a modern, user-first platform.

Productivity Award, sponsored by Cirrus

The winner in this category will be an individual or organisation that has used technology in an innovative way to demonstrably increase productivity of an organisation, either one they are working for or one they are advising.

Jersey Post: Smarter deliveries with eTags
Jersey Post’s eTag project replaced outdated paper and memory-based record keeping with real-time digital updates via Delivery Officers’ scanners. This innovation improves service reliability, enables accurate tracking of services like SecureDrop, digital communication, new services and delivering a more consistent experience for Islanders.

Blue Llama / All Island Media: Redefining efficiency with AI workflows
Blue Llama replaced a time-consuming manual process at All Island Media with an AI-powered workflow that radically improved efficiency. By combining ChatGPT with low-code tools, they reduced an 8-hour weekly task to just 30 minutes. This also enabled faster publishing times, new revenue opportunities, and scalability. The project demonstrates how practical AI and automation can deliver real, measurable impact for small businesses in Jersey.

Flagstone International: Optimising cross-border cash management
Flagstone International, in partnership with HSBC, has revolutionised cross-border FX by embedding real-time currency trading into its platform. Clients can exchange 16 currencies in under 15 seconds without third-party delays. This seamless automation boosts productivity, eliminates inefficiencies, and enhances financial returns – demonstrating how fintech and banking collaboration can transform global cash management for businesses and individuals alike.

Company Award, sponsored by Switch Digital

This award will go to an established organisation that the judges consider to be one of the leading lights among entries for the awards overall. The winning entry will be an organisation that develops and sells technology or helps others to use technology extensively and effectively and is successful largely or entirely as a result.

Aleck: Adventure Ready Audio and Comms
Jersey’s only electronics manufacturer, this company leads the ski and snowboard headphone market and partners with Smith to deliver premium helmet audio solutions. Their Bluetooth walkie talkie, Aleck Off Grid, exceeded Kickstarter goals by 1,400 percent. From garage prototype to global impact, the team builds smart, life-enhancing audio tech that’s redefining outdoor adventure.

Delta Events: HM The King’s Visit
For over 30 years, Delta Events has delivered innovative technology solutions across Jersey and Guernsey. Known for reliability and excellence, the company supports major projects and events with cutting-edge tech. What sets Delta Events apart is its deep commitment to clients, community, and industry-earning a trusted reputation built on forward-thinking innovation and long-standing local impact.

Hiizzy: Born to break the mould
Hiizzy is transforming UK property by enabling direct, affordable home sales through a secure, AI-powered digital marketplace. Disrupting a 200-year-old industry, it empowers users with transparency and control. Beyond tech, Hiizzy donates 10% of net profits to youth homelessness charities, showing its commitment to social impact alongside innovation. Its scalable platform delivers national reach and real change.

Public & Third Sector Award, sponsored by KPMG in the Crown Dependencies

This award recognises the achievement of a public sector team or charity in the use of technology and or innovation to bring added benefits to organisation or people/community they represent/support.

Jersey Post: Track and Tracing the Network
Jersey Post’s GPS Trackers offer a smart way to monitor postal performance. By sending GPS-enabled mail to the UK and back, the team identifies network bottlenecks and shares data with Royal Mail to resolve delays. This innovation has improved delivery times for Islanders and now contributes to official Quality of Service reporting to the Postal Regulator.

Government Digital Services Team: Office Accommodation Project – Technical enablement and digital onboarding
The Government of Jersey’s Digital Services team, made up of internal colleagues from across Digital Services and our third party partners transitioned 2,000 staff across 10 departments to the new Government HQ – high end networking & fit out for 2000 users, plus fully integrated Teams conference rooms. We deployed solutions which enabled 80% wireless coverage, supported 200+ apps and 2,000 telephony users.  This technology deployment, supported by significant stakeholder engagement ensured smooth onboarding with minimal disruption to our people and the services we provide to citizens, delivering a complex digital move with precision and reliability

Air Rescue: Emergency Drone Team
Launched in late 2023, Jersey’s Air Rescue Drone Team is Europe’s first independent multi-agency emergency drone unit. Volunteer-run and operational 24/7, it has supported over 35 emergency call-outs as well as supporting major events and critical infrastructure and ecological surveys. Its extensive deployment in the run up to, and during King Charles’ visit showcased advanced drone capabilities, saving critical time and enhancing public safety with cutting-edge aerial response technology.

Creative Award, sponsored by Vaiie

This award will go to an organisation that has used technology in an innovative and creative way with a result that has made a significant difference to the organisation, or its clients and/or the way it or its clients works. Entrants can range from a company who has implemented an innovative use of technology to improve efficiencies to someone who has run an influential digital marketing campaign.

Dementia Jersey: Boost Your Brain
Dementia Jersey’s “Boost Your Brain” campaign raises awareness that you can reduce your risk of dementia by up to 45% with simple lifestyle changes. Working with Snap they developed animated videos, an interactive quiz and creative outreach including brain-shaped QR codes to target hard-to-reach audiences with fun, practical tools. It delivers an innovative, digital-first approach to public health education with impressive engagement

PwC Channel Islands: PwC’s Channel Islands Wealth Management Insights 2024 – Thriving in a fast-evolving market
The Channel Islands Wealth Management Survey 2024 introduced a robust, efficient system for conducting comprehensive market analysis. By combining innovation and creativity, the team delivered real-time insights to firms, enhancing strategic decision-making across the sector. This forward-thinking approach sets a new standard for data-driven intelligence in wealth management across Jersey and the wider Channel Islands.

Catch Jersey: Government of Jersey Marine & Digital Services with Nexus Technology
Catch Jersey boosts productivity with intuitive design and smart tech, transforming fisheries data collection. Replacing outdated paper or PDF-based reporting, data now uploads instantly to a cloud database. Officers access live data at sea, managers use real-time dashboards, and fishers benefit from simplified, bilingual app reporting – saving time, reducing paperwork, and improving stock assessment efficiency across Jersey’s fishing industry.

Student Award, sponsored by Carey Olsen

The winner will be a school pupil who shows exceptional aptitude, ability and/or interest in technology, up to and including Year 11, i.e. GSCE level, as well Year 12 and over or a college/university student, a non-techie re-skilling into a tech subject, even someone technical who is extending their knowledge in an exciting way. Anyone actively studying technology in any way is eligible to be nominated.

Thomas Isherwood, Bournemouth University
Thomas is a student ambassador for games programming at Bournemouth University building tools for games. Starting at JE3 with basic IT tasks he quickly moved to web applications and led website projects. He works part-time developing custom AI agents for JE3’s financial forecasting tool and is cofounder and CEO for a UK startup game studio with a team of seven.

Phoenix Performance, Beaulieu School
Phoenix Performance used advanced CFD simulations and aerodynamic research, applying real-world engineering to boost performance in F1 in Schools. They made use of social media outreach to increase brand awareness and inspire younger students. Beyond this, Eve (team principal) contributed to astrophysics and citizen science, using technology to create platforms that share space news and promote scientific engagement.

Erica Goncalves, Hautlieu School
Erica is a self-taught coder and founder of Plapo, driven by her passion for tech and entrepreneurship. Balancing school, part-time work, and startup life, she built a full MVP and front-end UI herself. From immigrant roots to media recognition, Erica’s resilience, initiative, and commitment to empowering young entrepreneurs make her a strong candidate for the Student Tech Award.

Teacher Award, sponsored by PropelFwd

This award will go to the person who has made the most significant contribution this year to technology teaching in Jersey. Anyone who teaches technology in some way is eligible for this award.

Bernard Rebours, Plat Douet School
Bernard is a dedicated computing teacher who equips students with future-ready digital skills and integrates technology across subjects. He brings emerging tools, including AI, into the classroom and leads popular coding, robotics, and podcasting clubs. Passionate and innovative, Bernard’s impact extends beyond lessons, making technology engaging, accessible, and meaningful for both students and teachers at Plat Douet.

Abigail Roberts & Catherine Seal, Beaulieu School
These teachers demonstrated exceptional commitment to STEM education through F1 in Schools and broader tech initiatives. Students used CAD, digital design, and aerodynamic tools to build skills in engineering, branding, and problem-solving. With a focus on inclusion and real-world applications, the team also delivered the CyberFirst competition, empowering girls to thrive in a male-dominated tech sector.

David Gregory, Motion Studios
Dave has spent over a decade leading digital creative education in Jersey through Motion Studio. Blending traditional art principles with cutting-edge digital tools, he equips students with the skills needed for modern creative careers. His teaching mirrors industry practices, inspires innovation, and has helped many students pursue art education and careers – making him a strong candidate for the Teacher TechAward.

Leadership Award, sponsored by Jersey Electricity

This award is for an individual or team who have shown effective leadership in driving the adoption of technology for the benefit of their industry sector or organisation.   The winner of this award will be a positive advocate for technology and its benefits.

Ed Prow, Tekex
Tekex has transformed startup investment in the Crown Dependencies, connecting over 300 investors and entrepreneurs. With £10 million raised, it has helped launch businesses, create jobs, and introduce new sectors like health tech. Under Ed’s leadership, Tekex accelerates funding, supports scaling, and strengthens Jersey’s global reputation as a growing hub for innovation, investment, and entrepreneurial success.

Ruth Galloway, Government Of Jersey
Ruth demonstrated exceptional leadership by managing four major IT outages in 2024 with minimal disruption to critical services. Her calm response, clear communication, and swift action restored operations and built trust across sectors. Proactive in resolving vulnerabilities and exploring innovations, she’s shown resilience, foresight, and a strong commitment to public service and technological excellence.

Geraldine Evans, Prosperity 24/7
Geraldine Evans, COO and Co-Founder of Prosperity 24/7, drives innovation through technology adoption and continuous learning. Her initiatives, like the Copilot Readiness programme, have boosted productivity and efficiency. A champion for women in tech and gender pay equity, Geraldine is recognised by industry leaders as a transformative force, making her a strong candidate for this award.

Digital Jersey Award, sponsored by TPA

To be announced on the night.

TechAwards Agenda

What to expect on the night

18:00 – Doors open
Prosecco & canapés in the West Arena Live ambient music & relaxed networking

19:00 – Dinner Call
Guests head to the main hall and take their seats by 19:15

19:20 – Welcome Speeches 

Tony Moretta (Digital Jersey CEO)

Amy Hall – Mind Jersey

19:30 - Dinner is Served
Two-course meal (pre-ordered)

21:10 – TechAward Speeches

Tony Moretta (Digital Jersey CEO)

Kirsten Morel, Minister for Sustainable Economic Development

Denis Phillippe, CTO, EWG Headline Sponsor

Lynne Capie, TechAwards Head Judge

21:30 –  Awards Ceremony
Hosted by Angela Barnes
Finalists introduced, followed by winner announcements and photo moments

22:45 – Closing Remarks

22:55 -  Afterparty Begins
DJ Mel Fusion live set on the Main stage

00:00 – Carriages
Last drinks & pickups
Venue to be clear by 00:30

 

 

Angela Barnes

After a career in health and social care, Angela Barnes took the plunge and embarked on her life-long dream to be a comedian. Within a couple of years she had won the 2011 BBC New Comedy Award and became a finalist at the 2011 Latitude Festival New Act of the Year competition. Since 2011, Angela and her witty worldview have been catapulted onto numerous radio and television shows including appearances on BBC One’s Mock The Week, Love At The Apollo and BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz.

In 2017 she took over the prestigious role as host of BBC Radio 4 Extra’s Newsjack. She is now about to host her 4th and final series of the show. Angela had a series commissioned based on her debut Edinburgh show You Can’t Take It With You which saw her write and perform four 30 minute episodes for BBC Radio 4. After three sell out Edinburgh runs Angela hits the road with her show Fortitude. She can also be seen in Edinburgh this year where she’ll debut her new show Rose Tinted.

DJ Mel Fusion

Say hello to DJ Mel Fusion, the next level in party entertainment. This isn’t just a DJ set. It’s a full-sensory experience featuring live vocals, saxophone, and percussion, all performing alongside Mel as she mixes the tracks you love.

We’re not a band… we’re a movement. We don’t just stay on stage – we’re in the crowd, on the floor, in the moment. It’s music you know, performed in a way you’ve never experienced.

 

 

Menu Preview

Here’s what guests can look forward to on the night, starting with a selection of canapés during the drinks reception, followed by a delicious main course and dessert served at your table.


Drinks Reception Canapés

A tempting selection will be served as you arrive:

  • Polenta with ricotta, Parma ham & crispy sage (Gluten-Free)
  • Smoked salmon blini with crème fraîche
  • Cocktail sausages with honey & chilli glaze
  • Deep-fried vegetable gyoza with soy, chilli & ginger dipping sauce (Vegan)
  • Thai-style sweet chilli dip (Vegan)

Main Courses

Guests will be served one of the following beautifully prepared dishes:

  • Chargrilled fillet steak with dauphinoise potatoes, tenderstem broccoli & red wine jus (Gluten-Free)
  • Fillet of bass with a white wine & Jersey cream chive sauce, sautéed potatoes & tenderstem broccoli (Gluten-Free)
  • Roasted pumpkin risotto cake with spiced pumpkin sauce, sautéed potatoes & tenderstem broccoli (Vegan/Gluten-Free on request)

Desserts

The evening will finish on a sweet note with either:

A Sharing Platter (served to the table):

  • Sticky almond orange cake with Greek yoghurt & pomegranate seeds (Contains Nuts)
  • Cherry chocolate brownie (Contains Gluten)
  • Pavlova with pineapple (Gluten-Free on request)

Or
An Individual Dessert:

  • Vegan chocolate brownie with spiced oranges (Vegan, Gluten-Free)

The 7th Annual Jersey TechAwards are sponsored by:

EWG

Headline sponsor

KPMG in the Crown Dependencies

Sponsor, Public & Third Sector Award

Jersey Electricity

Sponsor, Leadership Award

Switch Digital

Sponsor, Company Award

Quantios

Sponsor, Fintech Award

PwC

Sponsor, Innovation Award

NatWest International

Sponsor, Start-up Award

Carey Olsen

Sponsor, Student Award

Cirrus

Sponsor, Productivity Award

PropelFwd

Sponsor, Teacher Award

Sure Business

Sponsor, Artificial Intelligence Award

Vaiie

Sponsor, Creative Award

JT

Sponsor, Cyber Security & Data Protection Award

TPA

Sponsor, Digital Jersey Award

 

 Meet The Judges

Lynne Capie

Lynne Capie – Chief Strategy Officer at Switch Digital and Founder of Soteria

Lynne brings years of experience in business development, crisis communications and digital strategy. She works closely with organisations to help them grow, manage risk, and build trust, especially during high-pressure moments.

She’s driven by curiosity and a belief in the value of using data and creativity together to solve real problems. She’s also a strong advocate for cyber security, collaboration, and making tech work better for people and communities.

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Ed Daubeney

Ed Daubeney – Managing Director of Envestors Channel Islands

Ed is an independent consultant who works with early stage and high growth companies from a wide range of sectors but with a focus on disruptive technology. Added to this he has a portfolio of Non-Executive directorships. His main roles are with Envestors in the Channel Islands, Deputy Chairman of the Polygon Collective, a NED for Calligo and a Non-Executive Member of the JCRA.

Ed has significant leadership, operational and project management experience in Jersey’s private and public sector environment as well as the charitable sector.

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Emma German

Emma German – Founding Principal, Monoceros Law

Emma is Founding Principal of Monoceros Law and consultancy Monoceros Innovation and a Jersey Law Commissioner.  An experienced corporate & banking lawyer, Emma also advises on AI, blockchain, tokenization, and emerging technologies. Emma’s expertise extends to data trusts and data ethics, contributing to the pioneering LifeCycle Data Trust.

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Jensen Nixon

Jensen Nixon- Group CEO Warm Solutions & OPAL-UK

Jensen Nixon, an accomplished business leader, oversees an experienced team of 100+ professionals spanning Jersey, the UK and India. With two decades in the tech industry, he combines a wealth of financial acumen and IT expertise to drive innovation.

He holds an MBA from Nottingham and is a Chartered IT Professional, as well as a Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute and the British Computer Society.

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Rachel Harker

Rachel Harker – Director at TP012

Rachel specialises in developing and commercialising novel technology with a focus on complex interdisciplinary challenges.  Through technical-innovation consultancy TPO12 she develops breakthrough technology with global industrial companies and in Jersey she acts as Technology Development Consultant to Digital Jersey with a focus on the Data Trusts initiative.

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Dan Hare

Dan Hare – Founder of Continuum

Dan Hare is the founder of Continuum, 10 year Digital Jersey members, who provide data and AI automation for businesses to enhance data quality, simplicity and efficiency without expensive development.

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Louise Magris

Louise Magris – Director Housing, Environment and Placemaking – Government of Jersey

Louise leads teams that support Ministers in addressing many of the Island’s key strategic challenges. Her policy experience makes her well placed to represent Government on the Impact Jersey Programme that supports the island’s future economy, environmental ambitions and community goals by accelerating and strengthening Jersey’s technology ecosystem.

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Jason Laity

Jason Laity – Co-founder, 80Twenty Limited

Jason was Senior Partner of KPMG in the Channel Islands until 30 September 2019, and subsequently spent a period assisting Digital Jersey advance their fintech strategy. He is currently a non-executive on a number of boards, as well as being the co-founder of 80Twenty Limited, a talent development company.

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Kate Nutt

Kate Nutt – Chief Officer for the Ministry of External Relations

Kate is Chief Officer for the Ministry of External Relations in the Government of Jersey, leading engagement with stakeholders across the UK, Europe and key global markets.

Previously, she has held roles in both HM Treasury and the Cabinet Office.

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Joel Mills

Joel Mills – CEO of OSC AS and AugmentCity

Joel, CEO of OSC AS and AugmentCity, Norway-based leaders in high-level visualisation and simulation. Their groundbreaking digital twin technology revolutionises risk and opportunity assessment, condensing timelines from years to days. Pioneering virtual prototyping for ocean energy and smart cities, he drives transformative solutions, revolutionising global industries with passion and innovation.

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MIND Jersey

Our Chosen Charity for the 7th Annual TechAwards

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MIND Jersey

Mind Jersey is an independent local charity that provides support to people living with mental illness. Our vision is of a society that promotes and protects good mental health for all, and that treats people with experience of mental health problems fairly, positively and with respect.

We offer a number of services to ensure our community can be supported with their mental health, but also increase awareness and education about the difference between mental health, wellbeing and mental illness. To support people isolated because of mental health problems we recently opened ‘Friends of Mine’ drop-in centre/cafe which is situated in Seale Street behind the town hall. Providing practical and emotional support for anyone 18 years old and over, no registration or referral needed.

To help fund our free community services we also have services which provide an income, the Training services and Nearly New shop. Our newest training offering is our ‘Managers Guide to Mental Health’ course, which is about recognising the managers role in supporting mental health through observing signs, starting a conversation, and providing support and signposting.

For more information go to the Mind Jersey website.

FAQs

Got a Question?

What happens after I book?

Once your payment is received, we’ll confirm your booking by email. 

We’ll then send you a catering form to collect food choices for all your guests 

What does my booking include?

Your booking includes the full evening experience: 

Prosecco on arrival 

Canapés 

Two-course sit-down dinner 

Awards ceremony hosted by Angela Barnes 

Live entertainment with DJ Mel Fusion for the afterparty

Access to a full night of networking, celebration, and dancing 

Do I need an actual ticket?

No printed tickets required. You will be added to the guest list once your booking is confirmed and we have names of all your party.

You will receive a confirmation email once you have paid in full for your table / tickets.

Where will I be sitting?

On arrival, Digital Jersey will be welcoming guests and managing the guest list, in addition there will be table seating plans displayed around the venue for you to locate your table, in addition there will be place cards to locate your seat.

If you’ve booked an individual ticket, you’ll be seated at a shared table.

If you’ve booked a table, you’ll be seated with your group — tables seat up to 12 guests. Minimum booking is 10. 

What happens if I don’t submit the food pre-order?

Catering pre-order forms will be issued following booking confirmation, pre-orders are essential. 

We’ll send reminders, but if we don’t get your pre-order, your menu choice will default to the Vegan menu options.  

Table organisers – Please aim to complete this for your full group. 

Individual ticket holders – Please complete this for yourself, and your guests that you booked for. 

Can I pre-order drinks?

Yes, and we highly encourage it! All drink pre-orders must be arranged and paid for directly with Harpers, as Digital Jersey will not be managing drink orders. Pre-ordering helps avoid delays on the night.

A cash bar will also be available throughout the evening. We recommend bringing some cash, just in case there are any issues with card payments.

What's the dress code?

There’s no strict dress code, but we’d love to see everyone bring their style and sparkle! Think smart-casual with a touch of glam — dress to impress if the mood takes you.

Who is the TechAwards host?

After a career in health and social care, Angela Barnes took the plunge and embarked on her life-long dream to be a comedian. Within a couple of years she had won the 2011 BBC New Comedy Award and became a finalist at the 2011 Latitude Festival New Act of the Year competition. Since 2011, Angela and her witty worldview have been catapulted onto numerous radio and television shows including appearances on BBC One’s Mock The Week, Love At The Apollo and BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz.

In 2017 she took over the prestigious role as host of BBC Radio 4 Extra’s Newsjack. She is now about to host her 4th and final series of the show. Angela had a series commissioned based on her debut Edinburgh show You Can’t Take It With You which saw her write and perform four 30 minute episodes for BBC Radio 4. After three sell out Edinburgh runs Angela hits the road with her show Fortitude. She can also be seen in Edinburgh this year where she’ll debut her new show Rose Tinted.

Who is the TechAwards host?
Who is the band?

Say hello to DJ Mel Fusion, the next level in party entertainment. This isn’t just a DJ set. It’s a full-sensory experience featuring live vocals, saxophone, and percussion, all performing alongside Mel as she mixes the tracks you love.

We’re not a band… we’re a movement. We don’t just stay on stage – we’re in the crowd, on the floor, in the moment. It’s music you know, performed in a way you’ve never experienced.

Who is the band?
Getting to / from the Showground?

We recommend you pre-arrange your journey to and from the event in advance.

18:00 – Doors open
Guests are welcome to arrive for prosecco and canapés in the West Arena, with live ambient music and relaxed networking.

00:00 – Carriages
Last drinks and pickups.
Venue to be cleared by 00:30.

Event travel

Ryde Partners with Digital Jersey for the 7th Annual TechAwards
We’re excited to announce that Ryde is the official transport partner for Digital Jersey’s 7th Annual TechAwards.

Exclusive Offer for TechAwards Attendees
Get 15% off your ride with promo code: ta25

Valid for pre-bookings only via the Ryde app

Book early to secure your discounted trip to and from the event

As Jersey’s leading digital mobility platform, Ryde is proud to support this celebration of tech innovation. This partnership highlights how local digital solutions are helping shape the island’s future.

How to Book Your Ride

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Pre-book your ride and enter the promo code ta25

Enjoy a smooth, discounted journey to the TechAwards

Note: The promo code must be used at the time of pre-booking. It will not apply after the ride is completed.

Photography and Filming

Please note that photos and videos will be taken throughout the event for marketing and media purposes. By attending, you consent to being photographed or filmed. If you prefer not to appear in any imagery, please speak to a member of the Digital Jersey team.

The content may be shared by Digital Jersey or used by suppliers for their own marketing purposes. If you have any queries, please contact info@digital.je

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A Look Back at the 6th Annual Jersey TechAwards

The 6th Annual Jersey TechAwards, sponsored by C5 and EWG & Currency Cloud, was hosted by UK comedian Hal Cruttenden and celebrated winners across thirteen categories and raised a glass to our island of digital innovators!

 

The 6th Annual Jersey TechAwards winners were:

  • Company Award – SystemLabs
  • Innovation Award – Government of Jersey Marine Resources Team
  • Start-up Award – Reel Creative
  • Fintech Award – TrustQuay Viewpoint
  • Creative Award – Anova
  • Student Award – Margaux McQuilton
  • Teacher Award – Ruth Lea (Jersey College for Girls)
  • Leadership Award – Paul Fosse
  • Sustainability Award – Government of Jersey Marine Resources team
  • Productivity Award – Channel PC
  • Public & Third Sector Award – The Allan Lab
  • Cyber Security Award – JCSC, Soteria, and CIISF
  • Digital Jersey Award – Chris Meyer
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Terms & Conditions for the 7th Annual Jersey TechAwards

  1. Eligibility – Nominations are open to individuals and organisations based in Jersey. Digital Jersey staff and Board members and the TechAward judges are not eligible to be nominated for an award. Any nominee must have a clear connection to the island’s digital or technology sector.
  2. Relevant Activity – The nomination must relate to work, projects, or achievements that took place during 2024.
  3. Reputation & Conduct – Anyone with a criminal conviction, or anyone who is or has been listed on the sex offenders’ register (or any similar register), or who has any history that could potentially damage the reputation of Digital Jersey or the TechAwards, may not be eligible.
  4. Director Disqualification – Anyone who is currently disqualified from being a company director is not eligible.
  5. Accuracy of Information – All information submitted must be truthful and accurate. Providing false or misleading information may result in disqualification.
  6. Permission & Consent – If you are nominating someone else, you confirm that you have their consent to share their details.
  7. Use of Submitted Material – By submitting a nomination, you grant Digital Jersey the right to use the information provided (excluding personal contact details) in promotional materials, event communications, and media coverage.
  8. Judging & Decision Making – The judging panel’s decisions are final. No correspondence or appeal process will be entered into.
  9. Conflicts of Interest – Digital Jersey staff, judges, and sponsors must declare any conflicts of interest. If a conflict is identified, appropriate steps will be taken to ensure fairness.
  10. Changes & Cancellations – Digital Jersey reserves the right to amend these terms, the judging process, or the awards event details (e.g. the number and categories of awards) if necessary, including the right to cancel the TechAwards entirely. Any changes will be communicated clearly.
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