Having a constant in your life can be both energizing and reassuring. That’s especially true when it means that constant is the person who holds the highest office in the state. I’m talking about the relationship that the Arizona Technology Council has maintained over the years with the sitting governor of the state of Arizona.
Every day there seems to be another local or national news story about technology companies, both small and large, flocking to Arizona in droves to start or expand their organizations.
At the Arizona Technology Council, we long have been known for our live events, where networking is just as important as any featured speaker. Whether it’s a breakfast meeting or our annual Governor’s Celebration of Innovation, the Council and its members know that so much more can be gained by sharing the same space. As we all return to the real normal, look for the Council to return to the variety of events and networking opportunities for which we are best known. And if you see me at one, don’t hesitate to come up and shake my hand. After all, I’ve been waiting a long time for this!
The Arizona Technology Council wants you to know 2020 should be remembered for more than a pandemic. It should be considered a year in which our tech ecosystem grew stronger. I offer my sincere appreciation for helping make it all happen. Thank you for your continued membership. I look forward to leading the Council’s valued members into 2021 with optimism, pride and hope. I take great pride in further growing Arizona’s tech ecosystem and building a world-class tech hub.
As a trusted resource in strengthening Arizona’s technology sector, the Council supports the development, growth and advancement of science-and technology-driven companies in many ways. Through its collaborative partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona and other respected partners, tech startups and growing companies will gain a tremendous opportunity to focus more on what they do best: innovate.
In partnership with InBusiness Magazine, the Arizona Technology Council showcases all that they are doing for nonprofits, business and businesspeople within the state’s growing tech ecosystem. Check out great content on renewable energy, Vote TechSmart, how to stay connected with AZ TechBase, and more!
Steven G. Zylstra, president and CEO of the Arizona Technology Council, joins major leaders across industries in applauding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision rejecting the Trump administration’s attempt to terminate the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. Zylstra has been a powerful voice in urging Congress to provide protections for DACA recipients.
It is more critical now than ever before that we take a stand and demand institutional change across the nation. Racism that exists today in all forms is not acceptable. Our thoughts are with all of those impacted by the tragedy in Minneapolis, as well as the countless other lives lost, as we continue to take a stand and fight for equality.
The future of Arizona and its economy lies in our entrepreneurial spirit and thriving technology sector. In our 2019 Annual Report, The Future of Tech in AZ, we highlight the impact the Council and SciTech Institute had across legislation, education, job training, health care and the community. Please review View the report to learn about the committees, initiatives, programs and services designed to support and advance Arizona’s science and technology community.
Pivoting in response to the public health crisis, the Arizona Technology Council has worked hard to help Council members and the community at large to stay connected and engaged. From virtual tech events, leadership roundtables and bootcamps, to amping up public policy efforts and launching a laptop donation drive for Arizona students, together we are strengthening Arizona’s business and technology community for a brighter tomorrow.