2012 NCET Technology Award Winners
Rising Star Developer of the Year – Martin Greytak – Noble Studios
Martin (Marty) Greytak is an IT and bridge technologist at Noble Studios, where he oversees a team of six developers in android, iOS and Web technologies. His professional experience includes PC builder, IT consultant, C++ programmer, network administrator, and a Web and application developer.
Technologist of the Year – Chad Hallert – Eldorado Hotel Casino & Silver Legacy Resort Casino
Chad Hallert is the Director of E-Commerce and Internet Marketing, where he is responsible for administering cutting-edge marketing strategies and E-Commerce initiatives as well as directing online marketing campaigns for the three different casino properties in the Eldorado organization.
Technology Entrepreneur of the Year – Jim Belosic – ShortStack Labs
Jim Belosic is a true pioneer in the technology scene and has grown his company from 2 employees to 11, and from zero users to over 95,000. Jim believes his secret to success is under-promising/over-delivering, and superior customer support.
Green Company of the Year – Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
The Peppermill Resort Spa Casino has adopted sweeping green initiatives to dramatically reduce the Resort’s carbon footprint, and the entire Resort is now on-line to heat both space and domestic water with geothermal energy.
Software Company of the Year (tie) – Understand.com
Understand.com is a global medical education company dedicated to simplifying complex healthcare topics using 3D animation, and has educated over 10 million patients in 150 countries.
Software Company of the Year (tie) – 3G Studios
3G Studios has extensive experience working on mobile devices and video game consoles which allows them to create high performance user experiences that today’s customers demand. 3G has also developed server technologies that keep clients in touch with their customers.
Technology Company of the Year – Digital Solid State Propulsion LLC
Digital Solid State Propulsion LLC has developed a new class of propellant technology like nothing else in the world and they hold multiple patents for electric solid propellants (ESPs.) DSSP’s propellant is unique in that ignition is electrically controlled and can be turned off and back on.
Technology Startup of the Year – Leap Forward Gaming
Leap Forward Gaming provides gaming solutions, technology and game content, and has created SaffariNet™, a cost effective wireless communication ecosystem which utilizes financial-grade communication security allowing for the seamless connection of the one million existing gaming machines and their associated peripheral equipment in North America.
Hall of Fame – International Game Technology
A Nevada-based company with almost 30 years in the gaming business, IGT has been the pioneer in gaming industry from the very start. IGT leads and transforms the gaming world by creating and providing the most innovative gaming experiences and solutions on the globe. IGT is a proven leader in the design, development and manufacture of gaming machines and systems products worldwide.
