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TechCrunch kicks off 2015 with the 8th Annual Crunchies Awards, the award ceremony recognizing tech's most compelling startups and innovations of the year. This year's event is set to be hosted by the hilarious actor and comedian T.J. Miller of HBO's Silicon Valley.

But the best part? The internet community is invited to choose who wins! Stay tuned for an announcement on TechCrunch.com in early January when you’ll be able to vote for your favorite finalists

Nominations are across 20 categories from Best Technological Achievement to Best New Startup to Founder of the Year. Buy tickets and you'll not only get to attend the ceremony, but rub elbows with the who's who of the industry at the after party featuring hosted bar, entertainment, and hors d'oeuvres. Get your tickets now to be part of the action!

The 8th Annual Crunchies
Hosted by TechCrunch and VentureBeat
Sponsored in part by SFist
Davies Symphony Hall
February 5, 2015 at 7:30pm
Tickets $90-$130