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Of the 23 companies selected to present at the Tech Showcase, judges and audience members voted the following three innovators as Best in Show:

• AdReady, Inc. (http://www.adready.com), a provider of online advertising technology
• Swype, Inc. (http://www.swypeinc.com/), developer of a unique text input solution for mobile touch-screen devices
• TeachStreet (http://www.teachstreet.com/), an education-focused online community (Find Local Teachers. Learn Something New.)

Check out our live broadcast of the event via: live.pirillo.com!

• 23 of the hottest technology companies showcasing their business
• First hand stories of local merger & acquisition experiences
• Keynote address by Tim Draper, Founder & Managing Director of Draper Fisher Jurvetson

The WTIA 2009 Fast Pitch Forum provides the knowledge and connections you need to stay current on new technologies, financing opportunities and industry trends.

Why Attend?

• Get connected – Our annual event brings together hundreds of leaders and innovators in the Northwest. It’s an energized venue for Venture Capitalists, Angel investors, business owners, technology buyers, leading-edge technology companies, and members of the national and local press to connect and strategize.
• Stay current – Watch 23 Northwest technology companies from diverse industry sectors as they give succinct pitches about their innovations. A keynote address and panel of industry experts will cover business trends and success stories. A Technology Showcase featuring the products and solutions of presenting companies gives you in-depth access.
• Influence success – Live judging of presentations by attendees lets you decide which technology company will win the WTIA’s 2009 People's Choice for "Best in Show" award.

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