{"id":23435,"date":"2026-02-20T03:10:15","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T03:10:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/?p=23435"},"modified":"2026-02-20T03:10:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T03:10:15","slug":"joseph-c-belden-last-chance-for-innovators-to-win-scaling-perks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/?p=23435","title":{"rendered":"Joseph C Belden: Last chance for innovators to win scaling perks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p id=\"speakable-summary\" class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The search for the next wave of breakthrough innovation isn\u2019t over yet. Due to overwhelming interest and strong early submissions, nominations for the <strong>2026 Joseph C. Belden Innovation Award<\/strong> have been extended through <strong>February 27, 2026<\/strong>, giving innovators additional time to bring their technologies into the spotlight.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/foundryco.cventevents.com\/QRY4mZ?RefId=TCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Learn more and start your submission here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/foundryco.cventevents.com\/QRY4mZ?RefId=TCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/foundryco.cventevents.com\/QRY4mZ?RefId=TCA\" data-event=\"clickable_image\" height=\"357\" width=\"680\" alt=\"Joseph C. Belden Innovative Award 2026\" class=\"wp-image-3094632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png 1600w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=150,79 150w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=300,158 300w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=768,403 768w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=680,357 680w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=1200,630 1200w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=1280,672 1280w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=430,226 430w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=720,378 720w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=900,473 900w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=800,420 800w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=1536,806 1536w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=668,351 668w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=1175,617 1175w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=708,372 708w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award_Connect-1.png?resize=50,26 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span class=\"wp-block-image__credits\"><strong>Image Credits:<\/strong>Foundry<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-joseph-c-belden-award\">What is the Joseph C. Belden Award?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Named after Joseph C. Belden \u2014 a pioneer in connectivity and communications \u2014 the award honors emerging companies and breakthrough solutions driving meaningful change across connected industries. From digital infrastructure and cybersecurity to industrial automation and intelligent operations, the program recognizes technologies that deliver measurable, real-world impact.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-we-looking-for\">What are we looking for?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A critical focus for 2026 is IT\/OT convergence<\/strong>, highlighting solutions that bridge information technology and operational systems. As enterprises modernize operations and connect physical and digital environments, technologies that unify these domains are becoming essential to performance, resilience, and growth.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-do-finalists-receive\">What do finalists receive?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finalists will receive more than recognition. Selected innovators gain access to industry visibility, executive audiences, and tailored co-marketing opportunities designed to elevate their solutions and accelerate adoption. Winners will be announced live at the <strong>Belden Innovation Summit, June 9-11, 2026, in Detroit<\/strong>, where industry leaders will gather to explore the technologies shaping what comes next.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/foundryco.cventevents.com\/QRY4mZ?RefId=TCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/foundryco.cventevents.com\/QRY4mZ?RefId=TCA\" data-event=\"clickable_image\" height=\"453\" width=\"680\" alt=\"Belden Innovation Award 2025\" class=\"wp-image-3092086\" srcset=\"https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg 5821w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=150,100 150w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=680,453 680w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=1200,800 1200w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=1280,853 1280w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=430,287 430w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=720,480 720w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=900,600 900w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=800,533 800w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=1536,1024 1536w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=2048,1365 2048w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=668,445 668w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=562,375 562w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=925,617 925w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=708,472 708w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-4.jpg?resize=50,33 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span class=\"wp-block-image__credits\"><strong>Image Credits:<\/strong>Foundry<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-does-it-take-to-be-eligible\">What does it take to be eligible?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eligibility is open to small and midsize companies with revenue under $500 million and products launched on or after July 1, 2024, with at least one customer deployment.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the extended deadline now set for <strong>February 27<\/strong>, innovators have a renewed opportunity to showcase their work and join a growing community of companies defining the future of connected industries.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-techcrunch-inline-cta\">\n<div class=\"inline-cta__wrapper\">\n<p>Techcrunch event<\/p>\n<div class=\"inline-cta__content\">\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"inline-cta__location\">Boston, MA<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"inline-cta__separator\">|<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"inline-cta__date\">June 9, 2026<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nominate-before-tomorrow-ends\">Nominate before tomorrow ends<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nominations are open now \u2014 but not forever. Don\u2019t miss your chance, start or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/foundryco.cventevents.com\/QRY4mZ?RefId=TCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">complete your submission today<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/foundryco.cventevents.com\/QRY4mZ?RefId=TCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/foundryco.cventevents.com\/QRY4mZ?RefId=TCA\" data-event=\"clickable_image\" height=\"453\" width=\"680\" alt=\"Belden Innovation Award 2025\" class=\"wp-image-3092085\" srcset=\"https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg 5897w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=150,100 150w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=680,453 680w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=1200,800 1200w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=1280,853 1280w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=430,287 430w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=720,480 720w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=900,600 900w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=800,533 800w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=1536,1024 1536w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=2048,1365 2048w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=668,445 668w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=563,375 563w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=926,617 926w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=708,472 708w, https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Belden-Innovation-Award-2025-3.jpg?resize=50,33 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><span class=\"wp-block-image__credits\"><strong>Image Credits:<\/strong>Foundry<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/2026\/02\/19\/second-and-last-chance-for-innovators-to-win-scaling-perks-belden-extends-nomination-window\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The search for the next wave o&hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":23436,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[249],"tags":[12760,13773,13774],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23435"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=23435"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23435\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/23436"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=23435"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=23435"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=23435"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}