This year's ceremony will recognize two extraordinary leaders whose entrepreneurial vision and impact embody the spirit of Iowa innovation: John Pappajohn Legacy Award (Byron Roth, executive chairman of ROTH Capital Partners) and John Pappajohn Alumni Entrepreneur of the Year (Ravi Patel, president of Hawkeye Hotels). Keynote guest is Jerre Stead, chair, Stead Impact Ventures and 10-time public company CEO. Emcee is Laura Vandeberg, host of Hawkeye Sports athletic events.