TechTalk eNews: August 2024

• • U of A joins STARS College Network to boost support for prospective students from rural areas
  • Raytheon in Tucson wins missile contract as RTX raises full-year guidance
  • Intel Launches Its First US Apprenticeship for Manufacturing Facility Technicians
  • Arizona Venture Development Corp. names new CEO
  • U of A innovation powerhouses merge to boost Arizona impact
  • Arizona Commerce Authority launches new startup resource programs
  • ASU Multi-Level Research and Education Building Hits Milestone
  • Lucid Group shares upbeat Q2 sales numbers
  • OneAZ Credit Union to back fintechs as limited partner in VC fund
  • Connect to Work AZ Initiative Receives Grant to Build Skilled Workforce
  • Grand Canyon Education to invest millions to grow hybrid educational programs, expand national reach
  • Maricopa County Community College District joins national AI education consortium
  • Suresh Garimella to be 23rd University of Arizona president
  • Governing Board Selects Dr. Jeffrey P. Nasse as New Pima Community College Chancellor
  • Nikola EV truck maker gets a jolt on Wall Street after beating analysts’ Q2 expectations
  • Avnet shares soar as fiscal Q4 earnings beat Wall Street estimates
  • Ideas Collide Launces New B2B Tech Marketing Division, IC Tech
  • 136 Arizona companies, including 6 Arizona Technology Council members, make Inc. 5000 list for 2024
  • DMD Systems Recovery Named a 2024 Top Workplace in Arizona
  • 4 ASU programs earn national recognition for expanding access to STEM degrees
  • GPEC helps dozens of businesses set up shop in Arizona in past year
  • SRP Unveils 2023 First-Ever Supplier Diversity Economic Impact Report
  • Boeing, Honeywell partner with EVIT to launch Arizona STEM academy
  • The PMO Squad Ranked Top Project Management Firm
  • Nikola Names New Chief Commercial Officer

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Peer Into the Future with Us Next Month!

Time’s ticking! September will be here soon and we want to make sure your spot is reserved for our 8th Annual Smart City + IoT Conference, proudly presented with the Arizona Commerce Authority! This electrifying event is your gateway to the future, where tech enthusiasts converge to share groundbreaking advancements in smart city development and the Internet of Things (IoT). Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to network with industry leaders, gain invaluable insights, and be at the forefront of the smart city revolution. Secure your spot today! Register >>

Save the Date! 21st Annual Governor’s Celebration of Innovation

Arizona Technology Council, in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority, is proud to present the 21st Annual Governor’s Celebration of Innovation Awards. This year, we’re pulling out all the stops to make this prestigious event the most memorable yet! Join over 400 of Arizona’s brightest minds for an unforgettable night of networking, dining, and top-notch entertainment. Tickets on sale soon!

Want a sneak peek? Watch our promo video featuring last year’s gala-style event for a taste of what attendees can expect this year. Register >>

Did You Know? The Council has a Tech Industry Job Board!

If you’re looking for a new career, check out our Tech Industry Job Board! The board is frequently updated with new opportunities weekly so bookmark the page and check back often.

Council members can post their open positions to connect with highly qualified and diverse technology talent FOR FREE. We also offer non-Council members the opportunity to post for a fee and have options for both members and non-members to boost their posting in in Council’s weekly Monday morning e-blast. Learn More >>

The Southern Arizona Tech + Business Expo is Around the Corner!

Join over 450 local business leaders in discovering new technologies, great products, innovative and emerging Arizona-based tech companies and much more at the largest Tech + Business Expo in Tucson, showcasing over 75 booths!
Plus new this year – a Manufacturing Pavilion!

Recognizing Excellence in Southern Arizona! NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN! To nominate someone deserving, click on the award, view the criteria and submit the form. Submission deadline is September 1!

Exhibitor booths and sponsorships are selling quickly! EARLY BIRD PRICING EXPIRES AUGUST 31!! Register >>

Save the Date! 2024 Cybersecurity Breakfast Forum in December!

The Council once again joins forces with Arizona Cyber Threat Response Alliance (ACTRA) to present the 9th annual Cybersecurity Breakfast Forum at Grand Canyon University. Are you ready to fortify your defenses against cyber threats? This is your chance to dive deep into the world of cybersecurity with top-tier government and business leaders. At the Cybersecurity Breakfast Forum, you’ll uncover the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and consequences surrounding data security and privacy. Register >>

My View: A perfect way for leaders to find the time to think

Steve Zylstra, Council president and CEO, writes about the Council’s recent CEO Leadership retreat and shares key takeaways from both retreat speakers and attendees. Read more >>

Arizona Technology Council 2024 Legislative Session Recap

The Arizona Technology Council, its Public Policy Committee and Public Policy Partners worked hard on behalf of Council members during the 56th Legislature’s second session, which concluded on June 15 after 160 days. Read the full recap for the Council’s key takeaways. Read more >>

The Council’s Political Action Committee advocates for tech companies at the local, state and federal level, vets political candidates and endorses those with track records in supporting pro-tech legislation. Support the PAC to take a stand for technology and bolstering Arizona’s economic recovery.

Clean Energy Advocacy Opportunity

The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) is the office with the highest impact on our state’s contribution to climate change. They influence our energy mix through rate setting, and they set our energy policy. Voters need to hear where the candidates stand on climate change, and what they will do about it.

The Clean Elections Commission ACC debate will be on September 3rd at 6:00pm, and they want the public to give them questions to ask the candidates. Help the Clean Elections Commission know that climate change is a priority to Arizona voters. Submit your climate change question to the commission for consideration to ask in the debate next week.

How to submit:

• Email: [email protected]
• Subject line: Debate Question – Corporation Commissioner Debate

Message: Ask your question and choose who it should be directed to, either a specific candidate, or all candidates. Learn More >>

Silicon Maps, Partners with the Council on the Silicon Desert Map and Calendar for 2025 – Special Discount for AZTC Members!

Secure your logo placement on the Silicon Desert Map and Calendar, featuring Arizona’s Global Leaders in Technology Innovation.

For the special Arizona Technology Council member rate, your logo ad space on the map ensures your brand is prominently displayed on both the print and digital versions, reaching a tech targeted audience locally, nationally, and globally. Elevate your brand among the elite tech companies of Arizona. Act quickly to secure your position on the map at this special member price before spaces fill up for the 2025 edition and connect with the growing landscape of Arizona’s technological advancement. Learn More >>

The Council can be your one-stop shop for comprehensive healthcare and retirement benefits.

From our comprehensive health insurance product bundle managed by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona and DiMartino & Associates to the flexible and low-maintenance 401(k) Multiple Employer Plan offered by Empower and Legacy Wealth Management, the Council can be your one-stop shop for comprehensive employee benefits. Learn more about the Council’s Association Health Plan HERE and our 401(k) Multiple Employer Plan HERE.

• Queen Creek Offering Free Landscape and Water Conservation Workshops
• Arizona needs affordable power that stays on in the heat. Here’s how we get it
• Biden-Harris Administration Invests in the Nation’s Grid to Protect Against Extreme Weather, Lower Costs and Prepare For Growing Demand
• Biden-Harris Administration Announces Funds to Further Expand America’s Clean Energy Workforce and Enhance Manufacturing Efficiency
• Two Years Later: Clean Energy Boom Brings More than 18,000 Jobs and Almost $12 Billion in Investment to Arizona
• Clean Energy Leaders Showcase Opportunity for Arizona to be Ranked No. 1 for Solar Energy and Solar Manufacturing in the U.S.
• Intel’s Leadership in Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability
• How Local First Arizona can help rural businesses tap into solar installation funds
• ADOT Announces 18 EV Charging Stations Location Plan
• USDA Invests to Support Entrepreneurs, Clean Energy Growth and Community Infrastructure

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CLICK HERE to learn more about benefits and opportunities available through the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

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