Tech Collective, Rhode Island’s industry association for Information Technology and Bioscience, today announces the launch of the 2010 Tech10 Awards. GoLocalProv.com, the “go to” local Web experience breaking the biggest local stories will serve as a primary media sponsor of the program.

In its inaugural year, the Tech10 awards will honor 10 Rhode Island IT practitioners and entrepreneurs who excel in their practice, demonstrate a passion for helping others succeed in business, and are pioneering in their technological and career achievements. Nominations and applications for the awards are now being accepted, and can be found at www.tech-collective.org.