WTIA Executive Women in Tech (EWiT) Community Event - [May 14, 2013]
If You Build It? Will They Come?
Join the WTIA’s Executive Women in Technology (EWiT) Community Group for an inspirational and informative evening with Jane Park (Founder & CEO, Julep), Mary Jesse (Founder & CEO, Ivycorp) and Kristen Hamilton (EIR, Maveron and co-founder of Onvia). These seasoned technology and consumer company founders will share with you their insights, lessons learned, and keys to success.
Waterfront Tech Crawl - [May 09, 2013]
Are you a techie who enjoys pub crawls? Are you curious of who your neighboring tech companies are? Want to network, enjoy good food and drinks, and potentially win some cool prizes?
Then get your walking shoes and business cards ready because you won’t want to miss WTIA’s Waterfront Tech Crawl on May 9th!
Early Stage Learning Event - [May 07, 2013]
Hiring Best Practices for Startups
The first employees that founders recruit are critical to the growth and success of their business and will lay the foundation for the company’s culture. That being said, there are many considerations and complexities involved with finding the right talent:
WTIA IT Security Event - [May 02, 2013]
Big Data and Security
With knowledge comes power. With large amounts of data comes a greater need for security.
It doesn’t matter what size company you are, if you deal with data, you deal with the issue of security. There are issues and best practices you should be aware of in order to keep your data (and your business) as protected as possible.
WTIA Tech In Focus - Next Gen Technology - [April 24, 2013]
Next Generation Web Technology
Creating a Life Experience
Join the WTIA for our Tech in Focus event as we learn how companies are “understanding” consumers and developing answers and recommendations to direct people to services and information on the web.
WTIA Executives in Tech Community Event - [April 17, 2013]
Next Generation of Technology: The Impact on Your Business
Join the WTIA’s Executives in Technology Community group to learn how our panel of technology executives evaluates investments in new technology and how they plan to deal with the potential impact on their business.
The Emerging API Economy - [April 02, 2013]
With the maturation of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), the proliferation of mobile devices and applications, and the growing acceptance of cloud services, a new API economy is emerging.
TalentLink - [March 29, 2013]
TalentLink, a new WTIA event series, provides an innovative solution to solving workforce and economic challenges within the state by better aligning student professionals with company needs. TalentLink is an opportunity for Washington-based STEM students to have exclusive access to internships and full-time position opportunities within growing technology companies.
Passport To Paradise Networking Event - [March 20, 2013]
Take a trip to remember with the WTIA and Expedia, the leaders in the travel space, for an adventurous night full of networking, fun travel trivia, international bites and sips, and the chance to win a getaway of your own!
WTIA Tech In Focus - Big Data - [March 13, 2013]
Leveraging Big Data to Uncover Consumer Behavior Patterns
The term Big Data is becoming more and more of a hot topic within the technology ecosystem, but it's not without reason. Companies, from early to large, are currently faced with the issues surrounding big data and how to use it to their benefit. Join the WTIA for our Tech in Focus event as we discuss how to leverage big data to uncover consumer behavior patterns and how some companies are using predictive analytics to improve engagement and monetization.
WTIA Executives in Tech Community Event - [February 21, 2013]
Big Data in the Cloud
The economics and risks involved
Are you seeing an increased need for data storage and want to know more about what your options are in the cloud? Is your traditional method of data storage no longer adequate? More and more companies are storing large amounts of data in the cloud and it’s increasing exponentially. But how do we manage it? How do we secure it? And what are the costs?
Join the WTIA’s Executives in Technology Community Group for a panel discussion on the economics and risks involved with Big Data in the Cloud.
WTIA Gaming Community Event - [February 20, 2013]
From GREAT Idea to SUCCESSFUL Development
How to go from a great game idea to the development and launch of the next popular game
Join the WTIA’s Gaming Community Group as we welcome development teams from Big Fish Games and GameHouse for a discussion on the game development process from inception to launch. You won’t want to miss hearing and seeing real examples from the leading casual game companies. Big Fish Games has changed the online marketplace for premium casual games, offering a new game every day. GameHouse is the largest developer, publisher, and distributor of casual games.
Early Stage Learning Event with Alliance of Angels - [February 05, 2013]
Due diligence: Top 10 Tips to Get Your Business Ready for Sale
So you have finally decided that it’s time to cash in on those years of hard work that you have spent building your business. But since you only get to sell your business once, this can be one of the most stressful times of your life. How can you prepare yourself for a smooth and successful transaction?
WTIA Executive Women in Technology Event - Cloud Computing - [January 30, 2013]
Join Alyssa Henry, VP of Storage Services at Amazon Web Services and Helen Fanucci, General Manager, Solution Sales and Compete at Microsoft as they talk about the important issues in cloud technology.
WTIA IT Security Event - [January 22, 2013]
Eliminate the Headaches
Guide to Gaining and Maintaining your Software Product Security Certifications
Join the IT Security Community group for a discussion on the important, but often confusing software product security certification process. Software vendors can gain knowledge and tips on ways to make the process easier while learning about the different certifications and costs associated with them. Software purchasers can learn what each certification claim really means to their organizations.
Learn about three internationally recognized software certification programs: FIPS 140, Common Criteria, and ISO27001.
WTIA Tech in Focus - Cloud Computing - [January 16, 2013]
Choosing the Best Cloud Computing Option for YOU
The Public, Private or Hybrid Cloud
With the evolving nature of cloud computing and the challenges and benefits that arise with each model, it is no easy task to determine which option is best for you and your company. Join the WTIA as we welcome a panel of experts in cloud computing as they discuss the advantages and drawbacks of each option as it relates to security, reliability, and management.
WTIA Executive Community Event - What’s Coming in 2013? - [January 10, 2013]
The Investor's Perspective on Important Investment Opportunities
Join the WTIA’s Executive Community Groups as we welcome Enrique Godreau III, Managing Director at GSharp Ventures and a panel of investors with different structural approaches and perspectives on investing in 2013. You will hear from a traditional VC, an Angel investor, a Corporate M&A Pro, an Incubator and a Micro-VC on what digital technologies they will be looking for next year.
You won’t want to miss this unique perspective as the panel makes predictions on the most compelling digital technology growth opportunities in 2013 and how they intend to invest in those trends.
Discussing the Innovation Economy - [January 09, 2013]
Join fellow executives for an exclusive informal talk and interview with Bill Janeway (Managing Director & Senior Advisor at Warburg Pincus and Ph.D Economist from Cambridge) as he discusses his newly released book, “Doing Capitalism in the Innovation Economy.” Janeway, moderated by Tom Alberg (Managing Director at Madrona Venture Group), will offer a provocative view about the future of the venture-capital industry and technology innovation. Janeway advocates a strong role for the state in underwriting fundamental innovation.
WTIA's Totally 80's Party - [December 13, 2012]
Event registration is now closed, but you may still register onsite. Check out the details and hope to see you there.
Come join the WTIA for a totally outrageous end of year 80's party at Google, Kirkland. We’ll be decked out in our coolest neon shirts, high-top sneakers, and acid-washed jeans and reliving Dance, Dance, Revolution to live music by the Unoriginals. So crimp your hair, grab your Members-Only jacket, and come do your best Kevin Bacon impersonation with us!
The Left Click for the Right Clique - [December 05, 2012]
Finding the right message for the right audience online
WTIA and Aditi Litehouse are thrilled to host an exclusive event for marketing decision-makers on December 5. Get together with a select group of digital marketing professionals as they discuss what they’ve learned in online customer acquisition. This event is an intimate forum for senior marketers at B2C and B2B companies to network and engage with fellow marketing executives.
WTIA Gaming Community Group - Lunch & Learn with Z2Live - [November 27, 2012]
Join the WTIA's Gaming Community Group for a Lunch & Learn with Z2Live's CEO, Lou Fasulo as he shares with us their story. How Z2Live created a vibrant mid-core audience from the ground-up and went from zero to two billion log-ins. This will be an engaging and interactive discussion over lunch at one of the leading free-to-play social gaming companies.
Tech Connect with Elektrobit - [November 21, 2012]
Apply for your chance to work with Elektrobit
The application deadline is Nov. 21, 2012 and it's FREE to apply
Are you a company looking to develop strategic relationships with one of the largest independent developers of in-vehicle software like Elektrobit?
The Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA) is providing a powerful program—Tech Connect—to help make this a possibility.
WTIA IT Security Community Event - Latest Cyber-Crimes Cases - [November 13, 2012]
Join the IT Security Community as we welcome Det. David Dunn, Seattle P.D., United States Service Cyber-Crimes Task Force and Partner, Overwatch Group, LLC as he updates us on the latest cyber-crimes cases. This will be an interactive discussion as we get an "insiders" perspective on the current and future trends of cyber-crimes.
Games & Flames - Tech-Night of Cigars, Drinks and Trivia - [November 08, 2012]
Put your phones away and get those brain cells ready techies! We all know you are tired of having people tell you how smart you are, so come and put that knowledge to use and join us for an evening of cigars, booze, trivia, and networking.
WTIA's Workforce Development Initiative - HR Community Group Event - [November 01, 2012]
Join the HR Community as we discuss NextTech, WTIA’ Workforce Development Initiative. Washington State’s technology workforce is one of the best educated, well compensated, and innovative group of people in the world. But there are not enough of them to go around. Closing the gap between the supply and the demand for talented tech workers is a desire shared across the technology landscape in Washington. With that in mind, the WTIA is launching a committee of technology executives and professionals to develop a strategy and plan to start to address this issue.
Convergence of the CFO Role and the CIO/CTO Roles - [October 30, 2012]
Please join us for our inaugural Executives in Technology event. On October 30th we will hear from a panel of C-level executives from the technology industry about their experiences, thoughts and working strategies on the age old intersection of CFOs and CIO/CTOs. This will truly be an interactive event as we invite those on the audience side to share your experiences, thoughts, and working strategies as the C-levels share their thoughts. Join us for this interactive executive only event!
2012 Tech Job Fair - [October 24, 2012]
WTIA has partnered with TechFetch to bring you The 2012 Tech Job Fair. Find your next employee/employer at the only job fair in Washington to focus exclusively on technology positions across the spectrum of technology companies and IT departments in Washington State.
Demystifying Business Structures - [October 23, 2012]
Whether you’re starting a new business, or thinking about changing your business structure, you’re going to be confronted by a menu of unfamiliar options, such as LLCs, C Corps and S Corps. Each of these have different implications for filing requirements, corporate liabilities, taxation etc. and can impact your ability to raise external capital. Join our panel of experts from Clark Nuber and K&L Gates in an interactive session to learn the optimal structure that fits your business goals.
Convergence of CEOs and Sales Leaders - [October 18, 2012]
Please join us for our next Sales Leadership Executive Community Event. On October 18th we will hear from a panel of CEOs from the technology industry about their experiences, thoughts and working strategies on the age old intersection of CEOs and Sales Leaders. This will truly be an interactive event as we invite those on the audience side, you sales executives, to share your experiences, thoughts and working strategies as the CEOs share their thoughts. Join us for this interactive executive only event!
TechNW 2012 - [October 03, 2012]
TechNW is a meeting of the brightest minds and most innovative technology companies in the Northwest. It is the region's high profile, must-attend forum for learning, business development and strategic networking. By fostering intellectual and creative interaction among industry leaders, TechNW provides critical insights into the future of ever-evolving tech sectors, many that originated and continue to thrive in Washington State.
WTIA Mobile Executive Community Event - [September 27, 2012]
OTT Opportunities and Trends
As carriers continue to see over-the-top IP-based solutions growing at a feverish pace, the continued evolution of carrier business models has brought disruptive and innovative services from unexpected providers. The current state of the wireless industry is much different than just a few years ago, and rather than fearing change, T-Mobile has embraced a challenger strategy placing them at the intersection of the carrier and OTT model. As part of this strategy, Alex Samano is one of a handful of internal business entrepreneurs at T-Mobile who has helped move the enterprise into new territory – including IP communications.
Feed the Seeds Event - [September 25, 2012]
SURF and The WTIA have joined forces to support Seattle’s flourishing start-up’s. Join us at SURF at 1pm on September 25th to learn about how to grow your business through this new partnership! The WTIA Staff and Marketplace partners will be there to discuss how they can help support your growing business.
WTIA South Lake Union Tech Crawl - [September 20, 2012]
WTIA comes to South Lake Union to connect local technology companies. As the technology association an added value for our members is to help them connect with other companies. This is a great way to take connecting our tech community to another level by allowing them to share their work space and what they do with one another.
WTIA Executive Women in Tech (EWIT) Community Event - [September 04, 2012]
What’s Your IP Strategy?
Please join us for our next EWIT (Executive Women in Tech) Community Event, which is aimed at women in senior operating roles in tech companies as we welcome Adriane Brown, President and COO of Intellectual Ventures.
Intellectual property has largely been an afterthought in the business world, solely the territory of engineers and lawyers. However, the pace of technology and the use of patents as a strategic tool have moved patents from the tech trades to the front page and from the legal department to the board room. Adriane Brown, President and COO of Intellectual Ventures, will be here to talk about what the dynamics of today’s patent market mean for your business, and why IP should be in the forefront for every executive.
WTIA Mobile Executive Community Group - RESCHEDULED - [August 22, 2012]
OTT Opportunities and Trends
As carriers continue to see over-the-top IP-based solutions growing at a feverish pace, the continued evolution of carrier business models has brought disruptive and innovative services from unexpected providers. The current state of the wireless industry is much different than just a few years ago, and rather than fearing change, T-Mobile has embraced a challenger strategy placing them at the intersection of the carrier and OTT model. As part of this strategy, Alex Samano is one of a handful of internal business entrepreneurs at T-Mobile who has helped move the enterprise into new territory – including IP communications. Alex currently leads the Bobsled team at T-Mobile, a new brand from T-Mobile, and a perfect example of what the session seeks to cover. Alex will share his vision for the future of OTT services, current trends, as well as opportunities for growing both revenue and customer base while delivering the promise of a new wireless future.
TechStars Seattle Bootcamp Welcome Networking Event - [August 21, 2012]
TechStars is the #1 startup accelerator in the world. They are very selective – Thousands of companies apply each year, but only about ten companies are selected to receive money and time per program location. TechStars’ selection rates are lower than the Ivy League, so you have to be among the best of the best to earn this honorable investment.
WTIA Gubernatorial Candidate Forum - [August 14, 2012]
This year’s election is as important as any in recent memory. Washington voters will choose many new statewide elected officials, none more important than governor.
There are two highly qualified candidates in Democrat Jay Inslee, former Congressman, and Republican Attorney General Rob McKenna.
Both are experienced, smart and knowledgeable about technology. The WTIA has worked with both gentlemen and is bringing them to you for our first ever gubernatorial candidate forum.
WTIA Gaming Community Event - [August 11, 2012]
Join the Gaming Community as we welcome an expert panel to discuss Gamification. More specifically - What is happening in gamification and is it generating revenues? Will everything be a game? How does it affect advertising? Join us for this exciting, interactive discussion!
Salesforce TEST - [August 08, 2012]
The TECNA 2012 Summer Conference is designed for tech council leadership – as a true peer to peer exchange, with valuable information and thought-provoking discussion on best practices and collaborative dialogue.
The Washington Technology Industry Association’s 17th Annual Golf Open “Holiday on the Greens” - [July 23, 2012]
Take a holiday and celebrate on the greens with the WTIA for the 17th annual scramble-style Golf Tournament at Glendale Country Club’s private golf course. Celebrate Christmas, Easter and Mardi Gras in July while networking and promoting your business. This is an exclusive tournament that brings together executives from Washington state’s leading technology companies for a day of golf and networking.
WTIA IT Security Community Event - [July 19, 2012]
Join the IT Security Community as we welcome Colby Clark, Director of Incident Management for FishNet Security to discuss Hacktivism. More specifically - the buzz around it, what it is, is it cyber terrorism, how do we (you) protect your company and networks from it. Join us for this discussion!
WTIA Fremont Tech Crawl - [July 12, 2012]
Purpose: To connect technology companies within a lunch (walking) radius. As the local technology association an added value for our members is to help them connect with other companies. This is a great way to take connecting our tech community to another level by allowing them to share their work space and what they do with one another.
Enterprise Architecture: Tips for Building a Fundable Company - [July 09, 2012]
Did you know that companies which successfully raise capital from outside investors often start laying down the necessary foundation well in advance? Are you aware that some basic knowledge of the latest government regulations and tax policies can help you avoid common fundraising pitfalls? Come join our panel of legal, accounting & tax experts as they discuss how you can chart a course towards fundraising success.
WTIA TechPAC Event - [June 27, 2012]
Bringing Tech and Politics Together: Join the WTIA for our third annual TechPAC Networking Event as we bring together statewide and legislative candidates with the technology community in a casual atmosphere. Enjoy a local brew while networking and supporting the WTIA's political action committee, TechPAC. We appreciate your support!
WTIA CTO Executive Community Event - [June 26, 2012]
Join our CTO executive peer group for a discussion on The Journey to Organization-Wide Scrum. We are changing it up and offering a morning breakfast session covering topics like: What does it take to roll out Scrum organization-wide? How much does by-the-book Scrum change, and what stays the same? Where do you draw the line between ScrumBut vs. necessary adaptation? What are the common stumbling blocks, and how do you overcome them? Who has to be involved? This morning session will be focused on the executive level and what you need to know. Please join us!
WTIA Marketing Community Event - [June 19, 2012]
Join the Marketing Community as we welcome Doug Strohm, Chief Strategist for the Garrigan Lyman Group to discuss Marketing Content Strategies. More specifically - the creation, generation of leads and how to distribute successful marketing content strategies.
Sales Leadership Executive Community Event - [May 22, 2012]
The Intersection Between Sales and Marketing
Please join us for our next Sales Leadership Executive Community Event. On May 22nd we will hear from a panel of marketing exeuctives from the technology industry about their experiences, thoughts and working strategies on the age old intersection of sales and marketing. This will truly be a interactive event as we invite those on the audience side, you sales executives, to share your experiences, thoughts and working strategies as the marketing experts share their thoughts. Join us for this interactive executive only event!
WTIA Executive Women in Tech (EWIT) Community Event - [May 16, 2012]
Thoughts on Leadership
Please join us for our next EWIT (Executive Women in Tech) Community Event, which is aimed at women in senior operating roles in tech companies. On May 16th Kathy Savitt, CEO of Lockerz, an international social e-commerce company, will lead an interactive discussion on building scalable technology companies, experiences as a woman CEO and views on how to encourage more women to become entrepreneurs and leaders.
WTIA Government Affairs Community - [May 15, 2012]
Join the Government Affairs Community as we welcome local legislators who are focused on higher education STEM policies as they discuss what issues they are currently faced with. You will also have the opportunity to discuss the important issues that affect you and your company on this policy issue.
WTIA Human Resources Community Event - [May 08, 2012]
Join the WTIA HR Community as we learn how to develop employee performance reviews and goal setting programs. This can be a challenging task whether you are a start-up or an established company that has never implemented a program like this. We will learn about the value of goal setting and performance goals, how to implement them, best practices in launching them with your ogranization and lastly engaging your leadership with the process
SaaS UNIVERSITY COMES TO Seattle: SaaS/Mobile/Wearable/M2M in the Cloud - [May 21, 2013]
SaaS University, Seattle, WA May 21st - 23rd is 28 separate sessions, including a new sessions on on the integration of wearables and M2M into Sass, fresh data on sales compensation models and trial access and freemium programs, key metrics from Softletter's 2013 SaaS report and surveys, SaaS, the mobile applications/SaaS connection, the impact of SaaS on product management, Cloud and infrastructure costs and choice, best marketing programs/practices for SaaS & mobile companies.
2013 Seattle CIO Executive Summit - Presented by Evanta - [May 22, 2013]
The Seattle CIO & CISO Executive Summit will be better than ever. This renowned conference continues to attract the leading IT executives in the Pacific Northwest, fostering a collaborative environment where together we break old molds and challenge one another to new heights in leadership.
2013 State of Technology Luncheon: The Transformation Economy, Featuring Rich Barton - [May 29, 2013]
The State of Technology Luncheon is the premier annual event for Washington’s innovation community, bringing together 800+ business, research, and government leaders from across the state. The 2013 luncheon will feature a keynote conversation with Rich Barton, Co-founder & Executive Chairman of Zillow, Co-founder & Non-executive Chairman of Glassdoor, and Founder and former President & CEO of Expedia. Rich has a passion for using technology to empower people, increase transparency, and challenge the status quo - building multi-billion dollar companies and disrupting entire industries in the process. Join us on May 29th as we explore, with one of Seattle's most prolific and successful entrepreneurs, how far we can go in using technology to revolutionize business as we know it, and how our state is positioned to succeed in this new transformation economy.
2013 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium (IMS2013) - [June 02, 2013]
The IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium (IMS2013) is the premier annual international event for all things RF/Microwave and Wireless. Key interest areas include radio-frequency, millimeter-wave, and THz RFID, UWB, 802.15.4, WiGig, 6LoWPAN, Wireless HART, WiMi, WISA, MIMO, WiMax, 5G and others. IMS2013 offers technical, plenary and panel sessions, interactive forums, workshops, short courses, industrial exhibits, and application seminars. The symposium also hosts a commercial exhibition.
Wireless Industry Day - [June 05, 2013]
Wireless Industry Day will be a full day seminar co-located with IMS2013 showcasing emerging wireless technologies in the Pacific Northwest. From components to systems, the seminar will provide practical, application-oriented information to attendees and to the growing wireless community in the Pacific Northwest. Wireless Industry Day at IMS2013 provides a unique opportunity for the regional community and attendees to network, share their expertise, and learn about this rapidly growing market.
Seattle Science Festival - [June 06, 2013]
Seattle Science Festival is the largest celebration of science in the Pacific Northwest. The festival brings engaging hands-on exhibits, shows, demonstrations and performances to venues throughout the region, all designed to educate and inspire people of all ages about science, technology, engineering and math. For full event details visit seattlesciencefestival.org.
Turning Ideas Into Success with Accelerate Kitsap - [June 20, 2013]
You are the owner of a start-up, early stage or established company, have an idea, and want to turn it into a company. You have good products and services, but want to make them better. You have a great team, and want to improve it as your company grows. You see today as a snapshot in time, a point on your growth curve. You look to the future and see your company at the "next level." You can do it all by yourself, but you can do it faster with a little help. That's AccelerateKitsap.
NWTA - TechWineEd @ Matthews Winery - [June 20, 2013]
TechWine+Ed is a business networking event coupled with amazing local wine, food and cigars presented by Northwest Technology Alliance (NTA). The Northwest Technology Alliance is committed to connecting the Data Center community.
Date: Thursday, June 20th, 2013
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Matthews Winery - 16116 140th Place Northeast, Woodinville, WA 98072 (www.matthewsestate.com)
Tickets: www.nwtechalliance.com