Award-related FAQs
Who are eligible to nominate investors for the award?
Only an accredited investor, professional investor or startup founder/entrepreneur can nominate another accredited investor or professional investor for any category of the Siggie Awards.
Do I have to be an accredited investor, professional investor or an entrepreneur to nominate someone?
Yes.
How are Siggie Award winners selected?
Eligible nominators can nominate investors and entrepreneurs who meet the selection criteria. The Siggies Committee deliberates and votes to select the winner based on the selection criteria.
What are the selection criteria for the Siggie Awards?
The selection criteria to be used by the Siggies Committee will include:
ACCREDITATION - The nominee must be an accredited investor (meets certain SEC requirements for net worth and income)
PORTFOLIO DIVERSITY - The nominee must have a diverse portfolio of investments
ACTIVE – The nominee must be active and have done several investments per year.
LOCAL - The nominee must be investing/syndicating startups in Atlanta and surrounding areas
INVESTING AND MENTORING - Ideally, The nominee is active in growing & mentoring (not just investing in) the startups they invest in
ECOSYSTEM DEDICATION - Ideally, the nominee is committed to growing and supporting the ecosystem in Atlanta and surrounding areas, by investing time, money and resources
What is the deadline for nominations?
The deadline for nominations for the 2026 Siggie Awards is October 28th, 2026.
When are winners of the 2026 Siggie Awards expected to be announced?
Winners of the 2026 Siggie Awards are expected to be notified by the end of October 2026 or early November 2026.
I am having trouble submitting nominations through the website form. What should I do?
First, make sure you are using the latest version of the Chrome or Firefox browser and that all cache data has been wiped from the browser.
If that does not work, please email your nomination to coleman@tie-atlanta.org. Please make sure to include which award you are nominating for, your and the nominee's full names and link to LinkedIn profiles alongside a description of why you are nominating that candidate.
Event-related FAQs
Will the 2026 Siggie awards be held virtually or in-person?
We are pleased to announce that the 2026 Siggie Awards will be held exclusively in-person.
When and where is the Siggie Awards 2026 taking place?
The Siggie Awards 2026 will take place from 5.30 PM to 8:30 PM on November 17th at Emory Student Center: Student Center, Emory, 605 Asbury Cir, Atlanta, GA 30322
Further details about the event schedule alongside the link and instructions for joining the event will be shared to registered attendees only.
How to get to the Emory's Student Center, and what is the parking arrangement there?
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
Venue Location: Emory Student Center (ESC)
Parking Information: Most ESC visitors coming to campus by vehicle park at the Peavine Visitor Parking Lot or Peavine Parking Deck. Parking is typically free after 4 p.m. on weekdays. For more information on parking visit: Emory Visitor Parking.
Rideshare information: If traveling via rideshare, you can use one of two drop off points:
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Drop off 1: 4 Eagle Row, Atlanta, GA 30322
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Drop off 2: 630 Means Drive, Atlanta, GA 30322
How to get to the venue: Follow the paths up and around the Emory Woodruff PE Center. The ESC entrance will be on the first floor. Look out for Siggie award signs and student liaisons.
How can I attend the Siggie Awards 2026?
You can sign up to attend the Siggie Awards 2026 by purchasing the tickets via: https://events.tie.org/2026SiggieAwards#/
What is the cost of attending the 2026 Siggie Awards?
Tickets: Early Bird Ticket: $75 (Ends September 30th, 2026), General Admission: $99
• VIP Ticket Packages: Bronze Package: $250, Silver Package: $400, Gold Package: $500
If you are a sponsor and would like to secure tickets for the event! Please contact: coleman@tie-atlanta.org
Are there any deadlines for event registration to attend the 2026 Siggies Awards?
No, but there is a limited number of seats available for attending the 2026 Siggie Awards. Registration for event participation will remain open on a first-come-first-serve basis until all spots are booked out.
Where can I get the event schedule for the 2026 Siggie Awards?
Further details about the event schedule and venue for the 2026 Siggies Awards will be shared to all registered attendees prior to the event via email.
If your question was not answered in this FAQ, feel free to email us with your questions.