Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group Honors the Region’s
Boldest Ideas and Brightest Breakthroughs
PLEASANTON, Calif. — April 16, 2025 — Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group (ITV) is turning up the energy and spotlighting the powerhouses of progress at the 2025 #GameChangers Awards on Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 5:30–8:00 PM at the stunning Bishop Ranch in San Ramon.
The #GameChangers Awards is more than an event—it’s a MOVEMENT. It celebrates the BOLD IDEAS and BREAKTHROUGHS transforming the Tri-Valley into a thriving global innovation hub. Now in its 8th year, this high-energy evening unites disruptors, founders, funders, mentors, entrepreneurs, influencers, and civic leaders to collectively celebrate and acknowledge the solutions and global contributions emerging from the region.
“This event always serves as a ‘shock and awe’ demonstration of how much innovation and global impact our region produces”, says ITV CEO Katie Marcel. “The #GameChangers Awards serve as an annual reminder that the municipalities of Danville, Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton and San Ramon punch far above their weight as an innovation economy.”
Bishop Ranch, the event’s 2025 home, reflects the very spirit of transformation. This iconic location is evolving into a vibrant mixed-use destination rooted in convenience, quality, and connection, making it the perfect stage for a celebration of visionary leadership.
Past #GameChangers include 10x Genomics, Zeiss, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Sandia National Laboratories, Monarch Tractor, Lam Research, Tekion, Topcon, Unchained Labs, and Vagaro—a who’s who of the Tri-Valley ecosystem, blazing trails across biotech, cleantech, fintech, and more.
Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group’s 2025 #GameChangers Awards ceremony will take place on Thursday, May 8th, from 5:30 – 8:00PM at the Roundhouse Market and Conference Center at Bishop Ranch. Tickets are available for purchase at InnovationTriValley.org.
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About Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group (ITV):
ITV is a collaborative group of industry leaders dedicated to the Tri-Valley: The Heart of California Innovation. By bringing together companies, non-profits, and regional thought leaders committed to innovation, ITV is enhancing the business climate, spurring job growth, and expanding the vibrant Tri-Valley community. With more than 730 tech companies and a GDP of $49B, the region is home to some of the world’s most exciting innovation brands.
For media inquiries or press registration, please contact:
Isa Madath
Marketing and Programs Manager
Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group
[email protected]
