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| membership: member benefits by member type |
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The WTIA provides members with:
- New business opportunities through our Member2Member program, member spotlight, advertising, sponsorship, and new connections formed at our events.
- Bottom line savings from over two dozen discounted vendor services, free job listing service, member discounts at WTIA events, and health insurance options customized to small technology businesses.
- Knowledge & connections through events, professional training, and technical/business peer communities.
- A voice in government through lobbying efforts and our online tool to communicate with your representatives.
- Assistance with international sales efforts through our Shenzhen China office and strong connections with the Commerce Department.
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| Member Benefits by Member Type |
Industry Membership
Associate Membership
Individual Membership
IT Department/CIO Membership
Student Membership
Joint WTIA/NWEN Individual Membership
Joint WTIA/TechAmerica Industry Membership
Joint WTIA/TechAmerica Associate Membership |
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Business Development Opportunities
Find Talent
Networking Events and Opportunities
Education & Industry Knowledge
- Marquee Events, Business Community Groups, Technical Community Groups, Leadership Roundtables, Professional Development Training Series events, and Dinner Meetings keep members current on key technical and industry trends; topics range from deep technical discussions to broad industry trends
- Members have the opportunity to be a panelist or guest speaker at a variety of our events
Discounted Services Program
- WTIA Health Trust – robust package of health benefits designed and priced for the technology industry
- Negotiated discounts leveraging purchasing power of over 1,000 members in the following categories: Insurance, Communications, HR/Financial, Marketing, Operations, IT, International Business, and Corporate Travel
Government Advocacy
- WTIA works with elected policymakers, federal and state agencies, educational institutions, economic development agencies, chambers of commerce, business and civic organizations across the state and beyond to create, promote and sustain a supportive and positive business and economic climate and to reduce and eliminate obstacles for technology entrepreneurs
- The only tech association with a full time in-house government affairs executive/lobbyist, WTIA is a key voice/defender of issues important to the industry, such as: R&D tax credit, engineering capacity in higher education, and K-12 math standards
- WTIA has experience “running bills” through the legislature specific to the interests of individual companies
Community/Stewardship
- WTIA and its members give back to the community in meaningful ways. Through WITA’s partnership with Technology Access Foundation (TAF), we help minority kids experience and learn technology, preparing them to be future leaders in the industry
- Involvement with TAF says to our members’ employees that their company cares about serving our industry and community.
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| Associate Membership |
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Business Development Opportunities
Find Talent
Networking Events and Opportunities
Education & Industry Knowledge
- Marquee Events, Business Community Groups, Technical Community Groups, Leadership Roundtables, Professional Development Training Series events, and Dinner Meetings keep members current on key technical and industry trends; topics range from deep technical discussions to broad industry trends
- Members have the opportunity to be a panelist or guest speaker at a variety of our events
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| Individual Membership |
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Networking Events and Opportunities
Education & Industry Knowledge
- Marquee Events, Business Community Groups, Technical Community Groups, Leadership Roundtables, Professional Development Training Series events, and Dinner Meetings keep members current on key technical and industry trends; topics range from deep technical discussions to broad industry trends
- Members have the opportunity to be a panelist or guest speaker at a variety of our events
Discounted Services Program
- Negotiated discounts leveraging purchasing power of over 1,000 members in the following categories: Insurance, Communications, HR/Financial, Marketing, Operations, IT, International Business, and Corporate Travel
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| IT Department Membership |
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Peer Networking
- Discuss timely topics with peers during the WTIA CIO Roundtable
- Hear expert presentations and engage in discussion during the Spring and Fall CIO Forums
- WTIA CIO Roundtable LinkedIn Group facilitates peer connections and up-to-date information on WTIA CIO-focused meetings, events and IT practitioner training.
Leadership & Team Development
- Utilize guest passes for CIO Roundtables and CIO Forums for staff development.
- Discounted training for IT staff.
Networking Events and Opportunities
Find Talent
- Find employees through the WTIA Job Center
Education & Industry Knowledge
- Marquee Events, Business Community Groups, Technical Community Groups, Leadership Roundtables, Professional Development Training Series events, and Dinner Meetings keep members current on key technical and industry trends; topics range from deep technical discussions to broad industry trends
- Members have the opportunity to be a panelist or guest speaker at a variety of our events
Community/Stewardship
- WTIA and its members give back to the community in meaningful ways. Through WITA’s partnership with Technology Access Foundation (TAF), we help minority kids experience and learn technology, preparing them to be future leaders in the industry
- Involvement with TAF says to our members’ employees that their company cares about serving our industry and community.
Government Advocacy
- WTIA works with elected policymakers, federal and state agencies, educational institutions, economic development agencies, chambers of commerce, business and civic organizations across the state and beyond to create, promote and sustain a supportive and positive business and economic climate and to reduce and eliminate obstacles for technology entrepreneurs
- The only tech association with a full time in-house government affairs executive/lobbyist, WTIA is a key voice/defender of issues important to the industry, such as: R&D tax credit, engineering capacity in higher education, and K-12 math standards
- WTIA has experience “running bills” through the legislature specific to the interests of individual companies
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| Student Membership |
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Networking Events and Opportunities
Education & Industry Knowledge
- Marquee Events, Business Community Groups, Technical Community Groups, Leadership Roundtables, Professional Development Training Series events, and Dinner Meetings keep members current on key technical and industry trends; topics range from deep technical discussions to broad industry trends
- Members have the opportunity to be a panelist or guest speaker at a variety of our events
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| Joint WTIA/NWEN Individual Membership |
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The WTIA and NWEN have partnered up to bring you a joint membership! You will receive the following WTIA benefits in addition to the benefits you will receive from NWEN.
Networking Events and Opportunities
Education & Industry Knowledge
- Marquee Events, Business Community Groups, Technical Community Groups, Leadership Roundtables, Professional Development Training Series events, and Dinner Meetings keep members current on key technical and industry trends; topics range from deep technical discussions to broad industry trends
- Members have the opportunity to be a panelist or guest speaker at a variety of our events
Discounted Services Program
- WTIA Health Trust – robust package of health benefits designed and priced for the technology industry
- Negotiated discounts leveraging purchasing power of over 1,000 members in the following categories: Insurance, Communications, HR/Financial, Marketing, Operations, IT, International Business, and Corporate Travel
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| joint WTIA/TechAmerica Industry Membership |
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The WTIA and TechAmerica have partned to bring you a joint industry membership! You will receive the following WTIA benefits in addition to the benefits you will receive from TechAmerica.
Business Development Opportunities
Find Talent
Networking Events and Opportunities
Education & Industry Knowledge
- Marquee Events, Business Community Groups, Technical Community Groups, Leadership Roundtables, Professional Development Training Series events, and Dinner Meetings keep members current on key technical and industry trends; topics range from deep technical discussions to broad industry trends
- Members have the opportunity to be a panelist or guest speaker at a variety of our events
Discounted Services Program
- WTIA Health Trust – robust package of health benefits designed and priced for the technology industry
- Negotiated discounts leveraging purchasing power of over 1,000 members in the following categories: Insurance, Communications, HR/Financial, Marketing, Operations, IT, International Business, and Corporate Travel
Government Advocacy
- WTIA works with elected policymakers, federal and state agencies, educational institutions, economic development agencies, chambers of commerce, business and civic organizations across the state and beyond to create, promote and sustain a supportive and positive business and economic climate and to reduce and eliminate obstacles for technology entrepreneurs
- The only tech association with a full time in-house government affairs executive/lobbyist, WTIA is a key voice/defender of issues important to the industry, such as: R&D tax credit, engineering capacity in higher education, and K-12 math standards
- WTIA has experience “running bills” through the legislature specific to the interests of individual companies
Community/Stewardship
- WTIA and its members give back to the community in meaningful ways. Through WITA’s partnership with Technology Access Foundation (TAF), we help minority kids experience and learn technology, preparing them to be future leaders in the industry
- Involvement with TAF says to our members’ employees that their company cares about serving our industry and community.
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| joint WTIA/TechAmerica associate Membership |
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The WTIA and TechAmerica have partned to bring you a joint associate membership! You will receive the following WTIA benefits in addition to the benefits you will receive from TechAmerica.
Business Development Opportunities
Find Talent
Networking Events and Opportunities
Education & Industry Knowledge
- Marquee Events, Business Community Groups, Technical Community Groups, Leadership Roundtables, Professional Development Training Series events, and Dinner Meetings keep members current on key technical and industry trends; topics range from deep technical discussions to broad industry trends
- Members have the opportunity to be a panelist or guest speaker at a variety of our events
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