Globe seeks Massachusetts innovators

By Globe Staff

This is it.

The Boston Globe is seeking the most innovative people in Massachusetts -- individuals who did the most in the past year to transform a business or their community. Their achievements could range from introducing a new product that changed the way people work or play, to launching a new effort that became a runaway success.

We’re asking readers to nominate candidates but the deadline for submissions is midnight Friday. Nominating innovators is simple – a matter of filling out a brief online form.

Nominees can come from any industry, venture or non-profit organization. What’s important is that the bulk of their accomplishment occurred in the past 12 months. We want to discover those who are producing positive change right now, rather than honor those who have led distinguished careers or who have made a significant contribution in years past.

Last year, we recognized the work of a dozen pioneers who embody the creativity and ambition that distinguish our state. The results of this year’s survey will appear in the Globe 100, an online and print project that will be published in May.