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AZTC TechTalk enews: June 2020
TechTalk enews provides a monthly round-up of member updates, technological advancements, milestones and awards, industry news and featured content on the Council’s annual sponsors. Check out what’s happening in the Council’s June 2020 issue of TechTalk!
Arizona Technology Council and ACA launch AZTechBase, providing critical data on the state’s technology ecosystem
The Arizona Technology Council, in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority, today launched AZTechBase, an online platform that provides a comprehensive listing of companies, people and investors in Arizona’s technology industry. The goal of AZTechBase is to further elevate the state’s technology ecosystem by providing accurate, current datasets and making the data easily accessible to the community.
Arizona Technology Council applauds Supreme Court decision to protect DACA Program
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.
Arizona Technology Council announces 2020 endorsements for Arizona Legislature
The Council’s Public Policy Committee researches candidates thoroughly to determine whether they provide ongoing support of the technology agenda. Endorsements are focused on candidates for the state Legislature in Arizona’s 2020 elections and the Council backs only those candidates who support a technology agenda, so some districts may have no recommendations.
My view: Tech industry wins are Arizona wins
Stability. In what seems to be a period of uncertainty, we all seem to be looking for something we can count on. Fortunately, results from 2020’s first quarter offer reasons to at least feel encouraged if not celebrate for the future. And when the technology sector wins, experience tells us that the state’s economy does, too.
Frontline focus: UArizona partners with state on COVID-19 antibody tests
The antibody tests build upon the work of UArizona Health Sciences and BIO5 Institute researchers. The tests will help determine how many people have been exposed to the novel coronavirus and have successfully built an immunity against it.
Technology Industry Impact Report reveals steady employment growth and total wages of more than $20 billion
The Arizona Technology Council released its latest quarterly Arizona Technology Industry Impact Report. Among other positive news, the data from the Q1 2020 report revealed a steady 3.45% growth in technology sector employment. A new Supply Chain Gap Analysis also revealed 76% of Arizona’s technology industry supply chain purchases—a $4.5 billion value—are sourced in-region.
Arizona Technology Council: Supporting Equality and Condemning Racial Injustice
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 Tech in AZ: Arizona Technology Council releases annual report
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.