The Technology Association of Georgia announced the Top 40 Most Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia, including 13 that are connected with Georgia Tech’s Advanced Technology Development Center as alumni of its program or startups currently working with the incubator.

TAG’S Top 40 Awards recognize Georgia-based technology companies for their innovation, financial impact, and their efforts at spreading awareness of the state’s technology initiatives throughout the U.S. and abroad. TAG’s Top 40 is sponsored by Cherry Bekaert. 

The 13 ATDC startups on the 2018 Top 40  Most Innovative Technology Companies list are:

ATDC Signature portfolio members:

• Cognosos, Inc.

• Cypress.io, Inc.

• Evident ID

• FIXD

• Florence Healthcare

• Quest Renewables

• ThingTech

• Trust Stamp

ATDC Accelerate portfolio startups:

• Gimme Vending

• Monetizr

ATDC Program graduates:

• MessageGears

• Neurotic Media

• UserIQ

“The 2018 Top 40 finalists are an elite group of innovators who represent the very best of Georgia’s Technology community,” said Larry Williams, TAG’s president and CEO. “The 2018 Top 40 finalists are shining examples of what makes our state such a hotbed for technology and we applaud them for standing out as leaders in Georgia’s technology community.”

This year’s Top 40 were selected from more than 100 applications submitted by companies from across Georgia. Companies selected for the “Top 40” will be showcased in an exhibition at The Summit 2018, scheduled for March 20 and 21.

“We are extremely proud of our ATDC companies,” said Jen Bonnett, ATDC’s general manager. “They represent various sectors — all important to Georgia’s economy — show what a difference they are making not only in their respective industries, but the state as a whole.”