Durham, N.C. (September 16, 2026) – Bell and Howell has been selected as a finalist for the NC TECH Awards Purpose Driven Tech award. The NC TECH Awards is North Carolina’s only statewide technology awards program that recognizes innovation, growth and leadership in the tech sector and is presented by the NC TECH (North Carolina Technology Association).
Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, Bell and Howell is a technology-driven company advancing automation and intelligent service solutions. A finalist in the 2026 NC TECH Awards, the company’s submission highlights its innovative approach to food access through an integrated operating system that connects smart locker technology, digital tools, and dedicated service support to help food banks, “food is medicine” programs and communities deliver healthy food more efficiently and reliably with dignity and 24×7 access to those in need.
“For over 20 years, NC TECH has celebrated companies, organizations and individuals for outstanding achievement at the NC TECH Awards. As a finalist this year, Bell and Howell has distinguished itself as one of the state’s innovative and emergent leaders,” stated Michelle Calton, NC TECH’s Interim CEO.
“We are proud to contribute to North Carolina’s business and technology economy from our headquarters in Durham. Being named a finalist in the NC TECH Awards is a meaningful recognition of our team’s commitment to innovation and using technology to solve real-world challenges.
Our work to support food access programs demonstrates how intelligent technology, integrated systems, and dedicated service can come together to help communities address food insecurity and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives,” said Jim Feely, President of Bell and Howell.
About NC TECH
NC TECH is a not-for-profit, membership-driven trade association and the primary voice of the technology industry in North Carolina. NC TECH’s mission is to foster growth and champion innovation in North Carolina’s tech sector, while providing a voice for the tech community. NC TECH’s membership includes more than 600 member companies, organizations and institutions employing more than 250,000 workers in North Carolina. For more information, visit nctech.org.