Fire Awards 2026 (Austin)

Overview

This awards program celebrates the top companies making waves in Central Texas across a variety of industries. Companies can include growth-stage startups, later-stage tech pillars, accelerators, venture firms, meetup groups, nonprofits, etc. The top nominees will have demonstrated some of the following (or similar) milestones: new funding, new headcount/company growth, social and community impact, product launches, company pivots, and more.

This award recognises winners across 6 categories. Apply in the category that best fits your company.

Eligibility Requirements

• Companies must be headquartered in the expanded 10-county Central Texas area (Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Travis, Williamson, Bell, Blanco, Gillespie, and Llano).
• Nominators should give detailed and specific answers about the nominee with specific attention to the period between January 1 and December 31, 2025.