April 2024

TECNA Member News

Tech training in Delaware: American Dream Academy's final cohort

It's the last cohort for the program, which was prepared to serve 100 residents and only ended up enrolling 16.

Announcing the New Era of the Technology Association of Oregon

Technology Association is proud to announce its recent comprehensive rebranding, signifying a pivotal evolution in its journey.

Tech Nebraska Launches Website

Formed in 2023 in partnership with the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Tech Nebraska works to create a vibrant, innovative technology ecosystem spanning the full state of Nebraska. This month, the organization unveiled its new website and launched public awareness for membership.

Empowering the Next Generation of Scientists at Primal Health - SciTech

For over a decade, Primal Therapies has been a leading biotech innovator, reshaping the oral and systemic health landscape. Founder and CEO, Emily Stein has built the business around her proprietary Selective Microbial Metabolism Regulation Technology (SMMRT®) technology to develop cutting-edge microbiome modulatory products.

Q1 2024 Indiana Tech Venture Report: Indiana Kicks off 2024 by Outpacing National VC Investment Activity

Q1 2024 Indiana Tech Venture Report highlights a remarkable start to the year, with Indiana outstripping the national VC investment activity. Experiencing the highest investment surge since 2015, the report details a $491.93M boost.

Welcome New TECNA Member

FlagshipKansas.Tech

FlagshipKansas.Tech is a nonprofit organization that brings together Kansas technology companies to shine a light on the depth of skill, ingenuity, and innovation running through our cities and communities. Learn More

2024 TECNA Events

Recent Events

2024 TECNA DC Fly-In & CEO Mini Retreat

At our 2024 TECNA DC Fly-In, we heard from Congressman Kevin Kiley with a Legislative Outlook for the 119th Congress, and Kate Hudson, MA, shared on a Bayh-Dole "March-In Rights" panel. Some ArentFox Schiff experts shared their expertise on an AI Policy panel and a panel on Congressional Authority, Agency Regulation and Judicial Review in Tech Policy with Mike Dearington, Pallavi Guniganti and Kate Hudson. We then held a special fireside chat with the NIST Director Laurie Locascio, before setting out for congressional hill visits.

Then CEOs and Executive Directors gathered for the CEO Mini Retreat where they heard from Josh Breisblatt, Democratic Chief Counsel, Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security and Enforcement, House Judiciary Committee; John Dearie, Founder & President, Center for American Entrepreneurship (CAE); and Bill Rys, Head of Federal Government Relations, The Hartford.

Plus - we presented our first ever Spirit of TECNA Award to TECNA Member Alex Curtis, Chief Development Officer with Greater Nashville Technology Council.

More Photos on Flickr

Upcoming Events

2024 TECNA Summer Conference

August 7-9, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts

Planned content on TECNA's website.

Call for Speakers - If you are interested in speaking on a panel or sharing a best practice on a planned topic, please email Alina at ahardy@tecna.org.

Interested in sponsoring this event? Contact Jennifer Young.

Details & Registration

2024 TECNA CEO Retreat

December 2-4, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee

Details on TECNA's website. Early-Bird Discount available before July 15, 2024.

Interested in sponsoring this event? Contact Jennifer Young.

Details & Registration

TECNA Innovation Awards

2024 TECNA Innovation Awards

August 7 at the Summer Conference in Boston

TECNA is pleased to announce the 6th annual TECNA Innovation Awards are now accepting nominations. These awards spotlight the TECNA community’s most innovative programs and initiatives. Highlight your outstanding work - submit a nomination and let the TECNA network celebrate you!

Submission Deadline: Friday, May 17, 2024.

2024 Award Categories

Innovative Member & Client Services or Programs

Creative Marketing & Communications

Talent Pipeline & Workforce: STEM & Students

Talent Pipeline & Workforce: Upskilling & Professional Development

Major Impact on Tech Community

Innovation in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Public Policy Advocacy

Submit a Nomination

Call for Best Practices

TECNA is updating our databank of shared resources and best practices that are shared exclusively with TECNA Members. We've recently received many requests for and are currently seeking examples and best practices for:

job descriptions
dues structures
sponsorship agreements for events, organizations and mini partnerships

If you would like to contribute to this shared resource databank, please contact Alina Hardy, ahardy@tecna.org.

TECNA Communities of Interest

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TECNA Communities of Interest (COI) are peer-to-peer collaborations and information-sharing groups exclusively for TECNA members. COI include Membership, Workforce, Public Policy, and CEOs.

Upcoming COI Zoom Gatherings:

Workforce - COI

Wednesday, May 8, 10:00amPT/1:00pmET

This is an opportunity to join a community of your peers working in all aspects of Workforce. Bring your questions, challenges, and expertise and come prepared to participate in an engaging conversation. All TECNA Members are invited to join the conversation. Register for Zoom Link

Membership - COI

Wednesday, May 15, 11:00amPT/2:00pmET

This is an opportunity to join a vibrant community of your peers to network, share insights, and give and get advice. Bring your questions, challenges, and expertise and come prepared to participate in an engaging conversation. Register for Zoom Link

You're also invited to connect with the TECNA community anytime via Slack: click here.

Leadership Opportunities in the Events and Mar/Com Communities of Interest. If you'd like to learn more about volunteering to serve as Chair to a Community of Interest, please contact Alina Hardy, ahardy@tecna.org.

Advocacy & Government Relations

Interested in advocacy and government relations? Join our Policy Committees!

Whether you want to raise your advocacy profile or are just interested in learning more about the US state(s) and national legislative landscapes or Canadian government affairs, join us on our Policy Committee calls. US Policy Committee meets on the third Monday of each month at 2:00pm ET. And the Canadian Committee began meeting in February. For more information, please contact Lindsay Ries at lries@tecna.org.

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