More than 600 of Indiana’s technology, education and government leaders were on-hand Friday, May 21, 2004 in Indianapolis to recognize winners and finalists of the 2004 Mira Awards. The TechPoint Mira Awards is Indiana’s most prestigious technology awards program recognizing the state’s best and brightest innovators, educators and service providers in technology-related industries. The Mira Awards program, which derives its name from a star, is designed to shine a spotlight on Indiana's technology community and create awareness surrounding the state's technology accomplishments.

Companies in six categories – including Professional Service Provider, Gazelle, Advanced Manufacturing, Educator/Educational Department/Educational Program, Information Technology Company and Health and Life Science Company – received top honors. More than 30 companies were nominated for Awards.

Each of the eligible technology-related industries have fueled the state's economy, brought global recognition to Indiana and improved the quality of life for all Hoosiers.

TechPoint is Indiana's leading non-profit technology advocacy and member organization, serving as the voice of Indiana’s technology community. Its educational programs, member services, advocacy and economic development efforts help drive the growth, development and retention of the state’s technology industries, including advanced manufacturing, health and life sciences, information technology and 21st Century logistics.

eTapestry was the winner as the Top Information Technology company. Companies are evaluated on their growth, profitability, technical innovation, customer service, and community service.

For more information about TechPoint or the 2004 Mira Awards, visit www.TechPoint.org.