When you hear the word networking, you might think of it as making a connection on LinkedIn, commenting on a colleague’s tweet on Twitter, or glad-handing at an industry conference or local Chamber mixer. To be sure, those are acts…
Quantum computing technologies are growing rapidly, and their applications are far-reaching. Specifically, quantum computing is poised to deliver a number of innovations across a variety of applications in the near future, from reducing manufacturing costs to supporting improvements and adaptations…
Washington state is a leader in Quantum Information Sciences (QIS). With a rich ecosystem consisting of an established innovation hub, exemplary academic institutions, and home-grown technologies that are driving significant economic growth, and as home to the headquarters of major…
Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA), a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a robust, equity-centered technology sector that empowers thriving communities, has announced the 32 startups selected for the organization’s Founder Cohort Program. What: The virtual program – part of the…
Is it more difficult to raise early-stage venture capital today than it was a few years ago? That depends on who you ask, what stage your company is in, your narrative, your timing, and how you frame the conversation. Obviously,…
As part of its ongoing efforts to support a thriving startup ecosystem in Washington state and help next-generation companies expand from overseas to the United States, WTIA launched its first-ever Australian startup accelerator in late January. The accelerator, known as…
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…
Founder Cohort 8 is now open for new applicants Since 2018, the WTIA Founder Cohort Program has provided hands-on guidance, support, and community for more than 180 early-stage startups, helping them grow and scale over the course of a six-month…
If you’ve been involved with WTIA in any capacity but still haven’t joined, you’ve probably heard a lot about our membership program. With good reason—WTIA membership offers great benefits for tech and non-tech companies, and we’re proud to support and…
The seventh WTIA Founder Cohort has been selected and includes 30 tech startups from across Washington State. Part of the WTIA Startup Program, the virtual Founder Cohort program reflects our mission to foster a robust, equity-centered technology sector that empowers thriving communities…