Awards to recognise NI's digital talent

The DANI Awards, organised by Tyrone-based DANI, a leading organisation helping companies do better business online, will recognise the excellence of companies and individuals in the digital media sector in the province.

There are a total of ten categories and a judge's outstanding achievement accolade, given to an individual who has contributed to and advanced the growth of digital media. 2011's recipient was Russell Moore of Think RLA.

Managing Director of DANI, Naomh McElhatton commented: "We have been responsive to the explosive growth in the UK online market, recognising the power of the Internet.

"Last year's inaugural awards were the first of its kind in Northern Ireland and we are looking forward to seeing how the advancement of technology has been implemented to create business success."

The awards are supported by Invest Northern Ireland and University of Ulster.

Brian Dolaghan, Head of Technology and Services at Invest NI said: "We are delighted to sponsor the DANI awards as Northern Ireland companies are already enjoying global success in the technology and digital sector.

"This is a business sector where there are increasing opportunities for local businesses to grow and develop in export markets."

The judges, drawn from various design, technology and marketing disciplines and will award categories across different categories including advertising campaigns, design, online, e-commerce and social media.