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TAP Innovations Wins Tech Titans Fast Tech 2023

TAP Innovations is pleased to announce that we have been awarded the Tech Titans Fast Tech award. This recognition was conferred on September 29th at the Renaissance Legacy West Hotel in Plano, TX, marking us as the fastest-growing Mid-Size Tech Company in North Texas.

Our company achieved a significant milestone by recording a 2410% growth, reflecting our strong performance and continuous commitment to delivering innovative solutions in the tech industry. The award, a renowned honor in the sector, underscores our efforts in fostering innovation, enhancing client services, and driving substantial growth.

We attribute this achievement to the hard work, dedication, and innovation of our team and the unwavering support of our clients and partners. We are committed to building on this success, aiming for continuous improvement and innovation in our services and solutions to meet the evolving needs of our clients and the industry at large.

We thank the organizers of the Tech Titans Fast Tech award for this recognition and are inspired to continue our journey of growth and innovation in the competitive tech landscape. The award serves not only as a testament to our past and present achievements but also as a catalyst for future innovation, service enhancement, and sustainable growth.

In receiving this award, TAP Innovations reaffirms its commitment to excellence, innovation, and the continuous delivery of cutting-edge solutions that drive value for our clients and the broader tech ecosystem.

About Tech Titans Fast Tech Award

This esteemed recognition is rooted in:
• Three-year revenue growth, a testament to business acumen and strategic innovation.
• Contributions to the tech landscape in North Texas, underscoring regional development.
• Sustainable and innovative business practices setting precedents in the industry.

John Ragsdale, along with other distinguished leaders, was honored at the Tech Titans 2023 Annual Awards Gala, a convergence of innovation, technology, and business acumen.

About John Ragsdale, Founder CEO:

With a rich legacy of over 25 years in technological leadership, John Ragsdale has been a leader for large-scale project solutions, spurring organizations to new heights of efficiency and innovation. His journey from a seasoned CIO to the helm of TAP Innovations reflects a cutting edge path of technology, innovation, and strategic leadership across diverse sectors including healthcare, aerospace, and beyond. Follow John’s insights and industry updates on social media @JohnOnIT.

About TAP Innovations:

TAP Innovations, epitomizing cutting-edge cloud-based solutions, champions the eradication of Manual Efforts and SpreadSheets (MESS). A minority-owned entity, certified by Texas SBA, TAP Innovations sets the example for digital transformation, catalyzing efficiency and intelligence across organizational landscapes. The recognition by Tech Titans underscores TAP’s unwavering commitment to fostering innovation, driving growth, and engraving its mark as a frontrunner in the tech echelons of North Texas.

Detailed insights into the Fast Tech Awards, an ensemble of finalists, and the eclectic mix of innovation and business acuity encapsulated in the Tech Titans 2023 Annual Awards Gala, are accessible at:  https://techtitans.org/fast-tech/

Tech Titans Happy Hour: TAP CEO John Ragsdale Attends Contributing to Igniting Innovation in North Texas and Beyond

Exploring the Future of Technology at Tech Titans’ Annual Happy Hour

In a celebration of innovation and technological excellence, the renowned Tech Titans® forum recently hosted its much-anticipated annual Happy Hour event. This gathering served as a platform for industry leaders, visionaries, and trailblazers to come together, share insights, and discuss the cutting-edge technologies shaping our future. Among the luminaries present at the event was John Ragsdale, the CEO of TAP Innovations, a company making waves in the world of technology.

Tech Titans: Fostering Innovation in North Texas and Beyond

Tech Titans is more than just an event; it’s a thriving community that connects the regional technology ecosystem, providing a fertile ground for collaboration and inspiration. Their mission is clear: to fuel tomorrow’s innovations and recognize the exceptional individuals and companies shaping the high-tech industry. Tech Titans plays a vital role in making North Texas one of the world’s strongest technology communities.

John Ragsdale’s journey in technology leadership spans 25 years, during which he has consistently driven efficiency and delivered large-scale project solutions for various organizations. His passion for enhancing daily workflows through better data and process management led to the creation of TAP Innovations. TAP Innovations empowers individuals and organizations to harness the power of streamlined data and process management, benefitting staff, customers, and partners alike.

John had the opportunity to share a glass with Shelley Amason, Founder and CEO of Right Staffing. They discussions, latest trends, innovations, and challenges within the tech industry, as both leaders are at the forefront of technological advancements in their respective domains.

As Tech Titans continues to foster collaboration, recognize excellence, and inspire creativity, we eagerly await the announcement of this year’s award recipients.

TAP Innovations Triumphs: A Shining Entry in the 2023 LSU 100 List

A Celebration for TAP and all of our Wonderful Clients: Stay tuned Next Month for our Placement Announcement!

TAP Ranks on the LSU100

We’re super excited and can hardly contain our joy as we share this exhilarating news with our cherished network: TAP Innovations has clinched a prestigious position on the Louisiana State University’s acclaimed 2023 LSU 100 list! This hallmark event recognizes the fastest-growing ventures led or owned by LSU graduates.

A Celebration of Growth and Excellence

This moment of recognition shines a light on our significant strides and relentless commitment to reaching the pinnacle of excellence in the domains of custom application integration and development. It’s a vibrant celebration of innovation, diligence, and entrepreneurial spirit that defines us.

A Toast to LSU and Our Esteemed Clients

At this significant milestone, our hearts swell with gratitude towards LSU, a beacon of innovation and nurturing ground for entrepreneurs. We cannot forge ahead without expressing our deep appreciation to our valued clients. Your trust and collaboration have been the cornerstone of our success, turning dreams into groundbreaking realities. Thank you for being an integral part of this exhilarating voyage of growth and transformation!

Forge Ahead with Optimism and Zeal

As we advance, our resolve is stronger than ever. We remain committed to pushing boundaries, pioneering industry trends, and delivering services that leave a remarkable imprint on the industry. We invite you to revel in the details of this monumental achievement and to immerse yourself in the transformative solutions we passionately offer.

Your Invitation to Celebrate with Us

We extend a warm and cordial invitation for you to continue to be a part of our success story. Your support and encouragement propel us to greater heights. To discover the nuances of our vibrant achievements and our offerings, we heartily invite you to visit our website. Together, let’s celebrate the triumphs and the promising prospects that await us!

Want to read more about the LSU 100? Check out this article from The Advocate!

 

TAP Innovations Triumphs: Skyrockets to No. 185 on the Inc. 5000 List!

 

Extraordinary News!

 

TAP Innovations is absolutely thrilled to announce that we have landed the 185th spot on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list for 2023! This is not just a ranking; it’s an affirmation of all the hard work, unyielding commitment, and innovative spirit that each and every member of our team has poured into our dream.

 

The Inc. 5000 Benchmark

 

For those who might not know, the Inc. 5000 is no ordinary list. Curated by Inc. Magazine, it is an annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This is THE list that has recognized companies such as Microsoft, Dell, Domino’s Pizza, Pandora, Timberland, LinkedIn, Yelp, and Zillow in their early days. To be featured alongside such esteemed company is both an honor and an encouragement to continue breaking new ground.

 

What This Means For TAP Innovations

 

Ranking at No. 185 is no small feat! It speaks volumes about the culture of innovation, relentless drive, and passion for customer satisfaction that are the hallmarks of TAP Innovations. This accomplishment amplifies our commitment to delivering unmatched solutions to our clients. We’ve always known we have a terrific team and groundbreaking services, but now we can proudly say the world recognizes it too!

 

A Shoutout to the Team

 

This wouldn’t have been possible without our phenomenal team. From the engineers to the marketing squad, from customer support to top-level management—every single effort counts. Your dedication has enabled us to scale new heights, and we are incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved together.

 

To Our Clients and Partners

 

We owe this remarkable journey to our loyal clients and partners who have shown immense faith in our capabilities. Your support has been invaluable, and we are committed to continually providing outstanding services to meet your ever-changing needs.

 

The Journey Ahead

 

This accolade sets the stage for more innovative solutions, challenging projects, and transformative customer experiences. We’re not stopping at No. 185; the sky is the limit!

So, let’s raise a toast to this fantastic accomplishment and gear up for an even more exciting journey ahead!

Thank you for being part of this amazing ride. We couldn’t have done it without you!

 

Tech Titans Names TAP-Finalist for the 2023 Fast Tech Awards

 

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For Release: July 26, 2023

Tech Titans Names TAP Innovations a Finalist for the 2023 Fast Tech Awards

TAP Innovations has been named a finalist in the Fast Tech category of the 2023 Annual Tech Titans Awards presented by Dallas College. The 13th Annual Fast Tech Reveal will take place in person on September 19, 2023 at the Moss Adams rooftop. At the event, the top five finalists will be revealed for the Tech Titans Fast Tech award, which will be presented September 29th at the annual awards presentation at the Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West Hotel from 5 – 9 pm.

The 2023 Fast Tech list is part of the annual Tech Titans Awards Gala where each company on the list will be recognized, and an award given to the company at the top of the list.

Tech Titans annually recognizes individuals and companies from North Texas for their excellence and achievement in technology. The finalists are companies and people who are transforming the high-tech industry through innovation and giving companies that competitive edge in North Texas and around the world.

John Ragsdale, TAP Innovations Founder CEO, has also been named a 2023 Tech Titans finalist in the Emerging Company CEO category. The winners will be announced at the 2023 Tech Titans Awards Gala. John Ragsdale was also a finalist in 2022 for the Start-Up Company CEO Award.

In addition to Presenting Sponsor Dallas College, the 2023 Tech Titans Awards Gala sponsors include Amazech Solutions, Argo Data, BravoTech, Comerica, Ericsson, Fujitsu, Dallas Business Journal, MarketScale, Masergy/Comcast, Moss Adams, NTT Data,  the University of Texas at Dallas, the City of Richardson,

For more information on the event or to purchase tickets, visit www.techtitans.org.

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About TAP Innovations

theAppPlace (TAP) Innovations, a minority-owned business certified by Texas SBA®, delivers cloud-based solutions to eliminate Manual Efforts and SpreadSheets (MESS). TAP Innovations…THE Integrated Digital Toolbox™ automates manual processes and greatly reduces spreadsheet sprawl, actions data into information, and performs intelligent content organization across people and entity enterprises. A growing set of Digital Tools for HCM, CRM, Business Intelligence, Integrations, and more are web and mobile-enabled and quick to fill data interoperability gaps with core business systems through payroll data and software integrations, HR software integrations.TAP Innovations solutions have been implemented to streamline business processes for leading organizations with 50-15,000+ employees. Visit www.tapinnov.com to learn more.

About Tech Titans

Tech Titans: the Technology Association for North Texas is the largest technology trade association in Texas with 200 member companies from across the region. From start-up companies to major corporations, Tech Titans members collaborate to create the innovation and business opportunities that help technology companies thrive in North Texas. As part of its goals, Tech Titans is active in:

  • Cultivating a technology community of companies, entrepreneurs, investors and students.
  • Growing future tech leaders with its talent and workforce development initiative.
  • Advocating technology’s advancement in governmental arenas,
  • Connecting people and inspiring innovative ideas through its programs and special interest forums.

For more information, please visit www.techtitans.org.

Media Contacts:

Paul Bendel, Executive Director

Tech Titans
972-792-2850
paul@techtitans.org

Sheila Kloefkorn, Chief Marketing Officer
602-565-3512
sheila.kloefkorn@tapinnov.com

Tech Titans Names John Ragsdale, TAP Innovations Founder CEO Finalist for Emerging Company CEO Award

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For Release: July 12, 2023

Tech Titans Names John Ragsdale, TAP Innovations Founder CEO Finalist for Emerging Company CEO Award

John Ragsdale has been named a finalist in the Emerging Company CEO category of the 2023 Annual Tech Titans Awards presented by Dallas College. The awards will be announced on September 29th at the annual awards presentation at the Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West Hotel from 5 – 9 pm.

Tech Titans annually recognizes individuals and companies from North Texas for their excellence and achievement in technology.  The finalists are people who are transforming the high-tech industry through innovation and giving companies that competitive edge in North Texas and around the world.

“Tech Titans congratulates John Ragsdale of TAP Innovations on being named a finalist for this year’s awards,”  said Paul Bendel, Executive Director of Tech Titans. “John is among a group of companies that went through a rigorous review by the Tech Titans Awards Judges to this point of being named a finalist. We look forward to announcing the award recipients and celebrating their achievement as well as the achievements of all of our finalists at this year’s awards presentation.”

For 25 years John has provided technology leadership and developed vision and strategic plans to help organizations deliver large-scale project solutions. This vast experience infusing efficiencies into daily workflows drove John to create TAP Innovations so anyone can benefit from better data and process management for their staff, customers and partners. This is the second year John Ragsdale has been selected as a finalist for the Tech Titans awards.

In addition to Presenting Sponsor Dallas College, the 2023 Tech Titans Awards Gala sponsors include Amazech Solutions, Argo Data, BravoTech, Comerica, Ericsson, Fujitsu, Dallas Business Journal, MarketScale, Masergy/Comcast, Moss Adams, NTT Data,  the University of Texas at Dallas, the City of Richardson,

For more information on the event or to purchase tickets, visit www.techtitans.org.

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About TAP Innovations

theAppPlace (TAP) Innovations, a minority-owned business certified by Texas SBA®, delivers cloud-based solutions to eliminate Manual Efforts and SpreadSheets (MESS). TAP Innovations…THE Integrated Digital Toolbox™ automates manual processes and greatly reduces spreadsheet sprawl, actions data into information, and performs intelligent content organization across people and entity enterprises. A growing set of Digital Tools for HCM, CRM, Business Intelligence, Integrations, and more are web and mobile-enabled and quick to fill data interoperability gaps with core business systems. TAP Innovations solutions have been implemented to streamline business processes for leading organizations with 50-15,000+ employees. Visit www.tapinnov.com to learn more.

About Tech Titans

Tech Titans: the Technology Association for North Texas is the largest technology trade association in Texas with 200 member companies from across the region. From start-up companies to major corporations, Tech Titans members collaborate to create the innovation and business opportunities that help technology companies thrive in North Texas. As part of its goals, Tech Titans is active in:

  • Cultivating a technology community of companies, entrepreneurs, investors and students.
  • Growing future tech leaders with its talent and workforce development initiative.
  • Advocating technology’s advancement in governmental arenas,
  • Connecting people and inspiring innovative ideas through its programs and special interest forums.

For more information, please visit www.techtitans.org.

Media Contacts:

Paul Bendel, Executive Director
Tech Titans
972-792-2850
paul@techtitans.org

Sheila Kloefkorn, Chief Marketing Officer
480-413-2090
sheila.kloefkorn@tapinnov.com