What worked in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in 2022? Where was there room for improvement? What trends will prevail in DEI in 2023? We asked Yolanda Chase, Chief Diversity Officer at WTIA, and Michael Schutzler, CEO, WTIA, to share…
Leading a startup is a tenuous balancing act. On any given day, you’re dealing with multiple projects, deadlines, and tasks that demand your attention. Starting and running a business can be rewarding and exhilarating, but it can also be lonely…
SEATTLE - September 6, 2022 - Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA), a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a robust, equity-centered technology sector that empowers thriving communities, today announced the 34 startups that have been selected for the organization’s Founder Cohort…
SEATTLE - September 20, 2022 - Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA), a non-profit organization dedicated to building a strong, sustainable technology sector in a thriving community, has kicked off its fourth Canadian B2B SaaS Market Accelerator Program. What: The virtual…
More than a year into the Covid-19 pandemic, many employers are evaluating how to transition a remote workforce back to a physical office. Organizations are postponing return dates, signaling that many employees will be working from home well beyond 2021.…
A year ago, massive change came without warning as Covid-19 spread around the world. Company leaders were forced to pivot overnight in response to economic, financial and public health crises. The result has been an unprecedented increase in workplace stress,…
Regardless of a business’s evolutionary stage, the owner, founder, and/or lead executive needs a trusted group of advisors. Some business owners might prefer their own counsel, wanting to run the company their own way. It’s faster and easier than seeking…
You can’t be expected to have all the knowledge and skills your organization requires, especially as your business grows. As you face new challenges and opportunities, your business will need different competencies and solutions. Even though resources are available and…
The majority of business owners recognize that a robust, competitive retirement plan offering is key to attracting and retaining top talent. However, small to mid-sized employers are often deterred by the hassle and expense of setting up and administering a…
We launched the Tech MEP in 2016 after six years of exploring the 401(k) landscape. Our research started in 2010 and included platform demos, conversations with multiple industry providers and survey feedback from over 100 employers. We learned that existing…