The 2025 Women Tech Awards honored trailblazing women, rising stars, students, and volunteers driving innovation and leadership in technology, with support from top industry sponsors.

PhotoPharmics (American Fork, UT) is showcasing its Phase 3 Light for PD trial and FDA Breakthrough-designated photo neurostimulation therapy in Honolulu at the 2025 MDS Congress, highlighting progress toward non-invasive treatment for Parkinson’s symptoms.

Backswing (Ogden, UT) has launched an app that streamlines the golf experience by simplifying tee time bookings, group coordination, payments, and course engagement. The startup recently announced a $1 million seed investment from Ollin Ventures (Lindon, UT), Utah MBA Angels (SLC, UT) and others.

Utah is rapidly emerging as a national hub for bioindustrial manufacturing, aligning BioMADE initiatives with education and industry partnerships.

Tyfoom (Springville, UT) appoints Steve Davis as Executive VP to drive growth and customer success, leveraging global leadership experience and a people-first approach to transformation.

Crush Software Solutions (Salt Lake City, UT) acquires S3 Software, raises $3M to launch Crush 2.0, modernizing yard management software for self-service auto recyclers with cloud architecture, analytics, and enhanced vehicle sourcing capabilities.

Alex Spiro, high-profile litigator, shares insights on fearlessness, unpredictability, and career strategy at Filevine’s LEX Summit 2025, emphasizing trial mastery, AI adoption, and principled legal practice in high-stakes cases.

Haynie & Company and Sunwest Bank are hosting the inaugural Fall Executive Shoot Out, blending clay shooting, networking, and tacos, while showcasing Haynie’s growth, expertise, industry reach, and evolving reputation.