TechTalk eNews: July 2024

• DAS Technology Waiving Subscription Fees, Offering CX Technology to Dealerships Experiencing CRM or DMS Disruptions
• KEO Marketing’s Sheila Kloefkorn: Leading the Charge in Marketing Innovation
• Intel and others bring on sustainable surge in the semiconductor industry
• Tech Parks Arizona Announces Key Leadership Promotions
• University of Arizona Creating the Next Generation of Chip Experts
• DMD Systems Recovery Named On CRN’s 2024 Solution Provider 500 List for Second Time
• Natalya Brown Appointed CEO of Beacon Group, Fostering Continued Leadership in Delivery of Mission
• University of Arizona’s First Satellite Built by Students Ready for Launch
• Pima Community College Gets Highest Honor for Annual Report
• NSF-funded, ASU-led sustainability, economic development initiative taps new CEO
• Applied Energetics leases more space in UArizona Tech Park
• Lucid Group shares pop on strong EV deliveries during Q2
• Arizona Commerce Authority reports: How Arizona Is Working to Bridge the Semiconductor Workforce Gap
• Virgin Galactic Completes New Spaceship Manufacturing Facility In Arizona
• OneAZ Credit Union’s Sandeep Uthra Recognized as One of The Leading CTOs to Watch in 2024 by USA Today
• ASU Researchers Help Secure Millions for Free School Meals
• Pima Community College Health Professions Center of Excellence
• NAU contributes to Flagstaff, Yuma ranking among nation’s ‘hidden gems’ for startups
• Intel Launches First U.S. Apprenticeship Program For Manufacturing Facility Technicians
• Mayo Clinic again recognized as top Phoenix-area hospital by U.S. News
• Raytheon contract doubles up on German Patriot missile system order
• Avnet Launches New Brand to Consolidate Embedded Compute Options
• GenTech Pushes STEM Summer Camps, Giving Students a Jumpstart for School
• Despite geopolitical concerns, TSMC forges ahead with Arizona semiconductor fabs
• MCCCD Receives $1 Million Grant to Support Construction Trades
• Amazon announces 500 new jobs in Goodyear
• Intero Digital Guest Blog Post: Link Building for Tech Websites
• Phoenix cooling systems maker Air2O plans facility expansion
• Immersion Labs Expands Operations and Joins UA Tech Park

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Tune in Today! July AZ TechCast

Join broadband industry experts as they come together to discuss the transformative impact of BEAD funding on internet access and communications in Arizona. They’ll explore how this funding is reshaping the digital landscape, the challenges and opportunities it presents, and how it compares to past programs. Don’t miss this important conversation! Tune in to listen LIVE on Phoenix Business RadioX’s website or watch live on their LinkedIn page. Can’t tune in live? Catch the reply on your favorite podcast streaming platform. Listen >>

DEADLINE EXTENDED! Governor’s Celebration of Innovation Award Nominations Due Friday!

Award nominations are still open for the 2024 Governor’s Celebration of Innovation! Submit your nomination by Friday, August 2. This amazing event is not to be missed! View and download the award category forms and learn more about GCOI below.
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. Nominate >>

Meet Us in Sedona Next Week to Elevate Your Leadership Skills

There’s still time to secure your spot for this transformative retreat in beautiful (and slightly cooler) Sedona next week! We have an incredible lineup of inspiring speakers ready to challenge you and help you grow. Whether you’re a CEO, C-suite executive, president, business leader, VP, director or entrepreneur, this retreat offers a unique opportunity to connect with fellow Arizona tech leaders. Over two days, you’ll gain valuable insights from shared journeys and reignite the spark needed to position your organizations for continued growth and prosperity. Register >>

FREE Virtual Event: Learn the Ins and Outs of Copyright Law

Greg Collins, a partner at Dorsey & Whitney, joins us to discuss this important and timely topic. Attendees will learn what steps a business can take to protect its online content, how to apply for copyright protection for online content and how to address the theft of your online content. Join us next week! Register >>

Tucson after5 Tech Mixer: Hosted by Critical Path Institute

At our Tucson August after5, mingle with other industry professionals as you learn how Critical Path Institute (C-Path) became a global non-profit dedicated to advancing medical product development. Mark your calendar and join us for this fantastic evening of networking, great food and even greater people! Register >>

My View: Arizona Technology Council’s Vote TechSmart helps ID pro-tech candidates

It’s not often that more than 4 million people can agree on doing one thing that can actually add to their collective strength at the same time.

I’m referring to the total number of Arizonans who are registered to vote, a fundamental right that allows us to select those who guide our state, as well as our nation, and help make our democracy the envy of the world. With early voting starting for the Arizona primary election capped with in-person voting on July 30, it’s time to show we’re in this together. Read more >>

Here’s how AI is flourishing in Arizona tech sector

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming one of the most significant disruptors in technology since the advent of the internet. There are many unknowns when it comes to AI that have resulted in fear surrounding its potential influence, power and societal impact. In Arizona, however, we’re taking a responsible and practical approach to AI by creating spaces for discussion and collaboration focused on AI and its application. 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.

AZTC Summer TechConnect: E-Mobility Issue

On the heels of the Council’s second annual E-Mobility & Clean Energy Summit in June, the Summer 2024 issue of TechConnect continues with that theme. Give this issue a read for all things e-mobility with articles covering Northern Arizona University’s electric utility vehicles, how companies are helping to power electric vehicles, infrastructure support for e-mobility and more. Happy reading! TechConnect is sponsored by the Arizona Commerce Authority. Read More >>

Phoenix after5 Tech Mixer: Hosted by 10 to 1 Public Relations

The Council is thrilled to once again join our friends at 10 to 1 Public Relations for a fun mixer at their headquarters in Scottsdale! Join us for a refreshing night of networking with the brightest minds in tech. Whether you’re a Council member or not, this is your chance to connect, collaborate and celebrate with fellow innovators. Indulge in tasty bites, savor delicious beer and wine and enjoy the lively atmosphere with us! Register >>

SAVE THE DATE: 2024 Smart City + IoT Conference

Get ready to be inspired at the 8th Annual Smart City + IoT Conference, proudly presented by the Arizona Technology Council and 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. See you there! Register >>

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.

• Two New Batteries on SRP’s Grid Will Advance Reliable and Sustainable Power for Customers
• Does Arizona have enough water? Phoenix-area cities are spending big to make sure it does
• Biden-Harris Administration Announces Additional Funding from the Investing in America Agenda to Clean Up Legacy Pollution Across Five States
• Billionaire Bill Gates Plans Smart, Clean City in Arizona Desert
• Arizona farmers turn to solar panels to shade crops, save water and generate power
• City of Phoenix Applauds ADEQ’s Advanced Water Purification Initiative
• Millions to boost clean energy in rural Arizona with new battery systems
• Businesses are driving the expansion of solar energy
• SRP seeks to add battery storage to coal-fired plant site
• APS uses new technology on power poles to help prevent wildfires
• Tucson receives significant funding for bus stop shelters, trees and more
• Phoenix is expected to get even hotter, but is it doomed? This researcher and journalist say no
• Partnership Brings New Battery Storage System to Help Meet Growing Energy Demand
• Arizona Utilities Offer Technical Assistance Grants to Support Economic Development, Clean Energy and Training in Coal Plant Communities
• EDP Renewables, Salt River Project, and Meta Unveil Brittlebush Solar Park in Arizona

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