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Impact Executive Forum

Join Impact Networking for an event available exclusively to C-suites and top-level executives looking to overcome today’s largest business challenges, including AI, IT, Cybersecurity, and more Key Details: AI With ROI: Don’t get lost in AI chaos. Instead, get clarity. Meet with AI experts to discover how you can move AI beyond hype and into measurable results. Moving Away From Re...

EpiHack Arizona Hack-a-thon

Demystifying Export Controls Webinar

Attend this FREE webinar to learn about the different export control regulations, the reasons they exist, common methods used to circumvent export controls, and how to mitigate that risk.

Ultrastratech Unconference Mixer

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PROBAJA Capabilities Portfolio Seminar

This seminar provides an overview of the Supply Chain Capabilities Portfolio and guides participating companies through the registration process. It is intended for Arizona–based companies seeking to increase their visibility and explore regional and cross-border supply chain opportunities. Registration Link: https://forms.gle/wgrNviFVvp2NjQHt5 Zoom Meeting...

An Evening with Kevin Hickey: Builders’ Playbook

Experience a rare opportunity to hear from CEO Kevin Hickey in a practical fireside chat tailored to aspiring founders, early-stage teams, and executives ready to scale. Kevin led BeyondTrust Cybersecurity to nearly a $1B exit in 2018. Prior to that, he scaled NetPro from $5M to $30M in annual revenues and guided its sale for $79M in 2008. He’s known for spotting high-potential talent and bui...

Arizona’s Fusion Future

Join AZ Tech Week and the University of Arizona for Arizona’s Fusion Future, a dynamic panel bringing together leading industry experts and university researchers to explore the science and opportunity behind inertial fusion energy in Arizona. Panelists will break down the fundamentals of fusion – how it works, why it matters and how recent breakthroughs are bringing the promise of c...

Partnering for Impact: Advancing University-Industry Collaboration

Join us for a keynote session and panel discussion highlighting how the University of Arizona and industry partners can collaborate more effectively, using the growing relationship with Honeywell Aerospace as a real‑world example. Speakers will explore forward‑looking opportunities, shared challenges, and strategies for building strong, innovative research partnerships. The conversation wil...

Industry Impact Series: National Security in Space

Join us for a focus on National Security in Space As competition between nations escalates, space has become the new arena for global power and technological dominance. Once a realm of exploration, space is now essential to military readiness, secure communications, critical infrastructure, and economic resilience. This fireside chat will feature new and exciting UA research as well as ...

CBMs 101: Community Benefits Mechanisms for Western Renewable Development

Community Benefits Mechanisms (CBMs) are tools organizations, advocates, local leaders, and renewable companies use to work through renewable projects and community impacts. Join and learn with us starting April 9th on how we can make more of these benefits a reality in the west. A webinar that’s practical, empowering, and actionable: Understand how CBMs are used around the country Co...

Behind BIO5: Meet the Scientists

Behind BIO5 is a backstage pass to the collaborative research happening at the University of Arizona.

Electrify Arizona: Mobility & Tech Expo 2026

The 2026 Mobility & Tech Expo provides an opportunity for fleet owners, operators, and businesses across all sizes and sectors—whether they are beginning their electrification journey or already making progress towards electrified transportation — to learn more about local resources for fleet electrification, transition planning, and the latest electrification equipment supporting th...

FemHack AZ #AZTechWeek

Join a team of five women and build a new FemTech product or feature PLUS a business strategy and plan. Registrants must RSVP by April 1st to join a team. Teams will be selected and will join a virtual Kick-off on April 8th at 12pm. Teams will hack virtually on April 8th after the kick off AND IN PERSON April 9th from 9am – 4pm. Pitches start promptly at 5pm. STUDENTS: Because this is a w...

Community Tour: Digital Health Tech & Sensors

Visit behind the scenes of this very special research facility that is otherwise closed to the public. Witness the latest advancements in novel human-centered hardware and software sensor systems. Learn about monitoring technologies and analytic tools that help to understand the data the sensors are collecting. Spots are limited, RSVP today! https://forms.office.com/r/ue3JG7dT7C More informat...

Rewiring the Revenue Engine: Future of AI, Sec + CX

Hosted by IC Tech, this half-day experience spotlights how advances in AI are reshaping marketing, media, and digital trust. Grounded in Ideas Collide’s IC:IDQ marketing intelligence methodology the program explores how brands can turn real-time data, intent, and quality signals into smarter growth decisions. Designed for marketers, founders, and business technology and enterprise leaders, ...

Connecting to Portugal: Business Opportunities & Networking

Exclusive evening dedicated to exploring Portugal’s dynamic business landscape and fostering new connections between Arizona and Portugal. Agenda: 5:00pm: Registration 5:15pm: Welcome Notes Filipe Ramalheira – Consul General of Portugal in San Francisco 5:20pm: Why Portugal? Business Opportunities Pedro Macedo Leao – Portuguese Trade and Investment Commissioner to the Wes...

Integro Bank April 2026 CEO Club

A Powerful Leadership Truth: To Compete Globally, We Must Think Locally Guest Speaker: Paco Underhill, Global Retail Expert & Strategic Advisor With over four decades of experience across 50+ countries, Paco Underhill is the world’s leading authority on retail psychology, consumer behavior, and shopping anthropology. From Fortune 100 companies to university lecture halls, Paco transf...

Tucson Special Edition after5: Stargazing with Steward Observatory

Celebrate Arizona Tech Week with us for an unforgettable evening and experience the beauty of Arizona’s night sky through guided stargazing, learn about constellations and celestial events, and connect with fellow space enthusiasts. The Raymond E. White, Jr. (aka 21-Inch) Telescope in the historic, 103-year old Steward Observatory Dome will be open and you will be able to directly view Jupite...

Movie Night | The Netherlands presents: Together We Cycle

Bicycles might not be the first thing that comes to mind during AZ Tech Week—but the systems that make cycling safe, accessible, and part of daily life are a form of technology in their own right. Join us for a movie night at Culdesac Tempe as we explore the remarkable story of cycling in the Netherlands. The documentary Together We Cycle shows that cycling wasn’t always the obvious choice....

AI in Action: AI Fundamentals for Executive Leaders Spring 2026

This W. P. Carey Executive Education program is designed to immerse business leaders in artificial intelligence’s fundamentals and strategic applications. As AI reshapes industry norms and business practices, understanding how to integrate this technology into your strategic initiatives is the difference between surviving and thriving. In this concentrated 4-hour session, renowned ASU fac...

AI and Service: From Automation to Affection

This in-person executive program delivers practical frameworks for using artificial intelligence to transform service organizations. Drawing on cutting-edge research, participants explore the evolution of AI—from mechanical and thinking AI to feeling AI—and how each can be applied to service processes, customer engagement, and marketing strategy. Registration includes a 4.5-hour interactive...

AriSEIA Top Golf Extravaganza 2026

Join us for AriSEIA’s second annual Top Golf event. This event is AriSEIA’s spring fundraiser and a fun mixer for folks in the energy space. This event is AriSEIA’s second annual spring fundraiser and our second biggest event and fundraiser of the year. Top Golf is a great way to build relationships with clients, colleagues, or others in the energy space. Contact autumn...

2026 International Day of Light Celebration

2026 International Day of Light Celebration Join us Sunday, May 17 at the Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium for free planetarium programs for all ages! First come, first seated! No Registration Required! Optics and photonics are the science and engineering of light used by everyone, everywhere, every day. { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "2026 Intern...

THE AI DOC: OR HOW I BECAME AN APOCALOPTIMIST Movie Screening

Image: Focus Features On Monday, March 16 is a free movie screening of THE AI DOC: OR HOW I BECAME AN APOCALOPTIMIST From the Academy Award®-winning filmmakers behind Everything Everywhere All at Once and Navalny; a father-to-be tries to figure out what is happening with all this AI insanity. The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist is a hand-made, eye-opening documentary about the most p...

The Maricopa County Reverse Vendor Expo

This unique expo provides attendees the chance to meet decision-makers from various Maricopa County departments and procurement staff all in one place. Instead of vendors manning tables, County departments host the tables, allowing participants to freely roam, network, and explore opportunities to grow their businesses. The event will also feature on-site breakout sessions on How to Do Busin...

National Small Business Matchmaking Series

The National Small Business Matchmaking Series is a premier initiative designed to bridge the gap between local small businesses and the federal marketplace. Our mission is to empower American entrepreneurs by providing the tools and connections necessary to succeed in federal contracting. Program Highlights Direct Access: Engage one-on-one with the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and...

Cologuard Classic IBM Sponsored 18th Hole

The Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences at La Paloma Country Club features a 78-player field of PGA TOUR Champions competing for a $2.2 million purse with $330,000 and 330,000 Charles Schwab Cup points going to the winner. Golf’s greatest players participate in three days of competition (Friday – Sunday), plus exciting Pro-Am events on Wednesday and Thursday, with all tournament proceeds s...

Equal Pay Is Workforce Structure

On March 4, 2026, Equal Pay Day, the Phoenix Women’s Commission, in partnership with Per Scholas Phoenix, will host its first Pay Equity convening, bringing together leaders across business, government, and workforce development to address pay equity as a workforce and economic imperative. This women focused event moves beyond awareness to action. Through local data, employer case studies...

VIP Experience at FIRST Robotics Arizona North Regional

AZ FIRST would love to have you attend when you’re available or you can take advantage of the VIP Experience – join a team for lunch, get a team guided tour or watch matches from premium seating. Please email Michelle Bell ([email protected]) and identify you can join and if you will be bringing any guests, no later than March 6th.

University of Arizona Global Campus MBA Speaker Series Presents: Inspiration as a Strategy: How Leaders Create the Conditions for Breakthrough Thinking

MBA Speaker Series Presents: Inspiration as a Strategy: How Leaders Create the Conditions for Breakthrough Thinking Turn inspiration into a repeatable leadership strategy! Join the University of Arizona Global Campus for a motivational discussion with Danielle Baldwin, an accomplished executive coach and the author of Sparking Greatness, Harnessing the Power of Inspiration to Lead Boldly...

MedTech Innovators Showcase

Join us for a full day of MedTech innovation, where cutting-edge startups present their solutions to investors, operators, and industry leaders in a high-impact, curated environment. The event is moderated by Jeffrey Hayzlett of the C-Suite Network and includes lunch provided by Republic Hummus, creating space for bot...

GreenLatinos Desert Encuentro

This in-person encuentro focuses on connection, conversation, and the development of people-powered solutions rooted in Arizona communities. As our state continues to face extreme heat, water scarcity, and growing environmental health challenges, this space is designed to center frontline voices and strengthen relationships across movements. Wha...

Dolphin Tank Pitch Event

Springboard is bringing Dolphin Tank to Phoenix for the first time! In partnership with Stearns Bank, we’re hosting Dolphin Tank Pitch Event on Thursday, Feb 26 (5–8 PM MT) at Grand Canyon University. If you are a founder, investor, ecosystem builder, or interested in the tech community, we’d like to invite you to join us. All founders...

AZ Research and Innovation Expo

Research & Innovation Expo (RIE) brings together bold student thinkers to showcase cutting-edge research and innovative projects. Held during AZ Tech Week on April 11, 2026, at the University of Advancing Technology, RIE invites 2nd-year through undergraduate students to compete, present, and connect...

2026 Flinn Foundation Bio Capital Conference

Join bioscience founders, investors, ecosystem partners, and service providers on Thursday, March 5, for a full day of networking and learning. The Flinn Foundation hosts the event in collaboration with the Risk Capital Project Team of Arizona’s Bioscience Roadmap Steering Committee.

Integro Bank February 2026 CEO Club

Cracking the Code: How ASU AI Research Is Unlocking the Next Wave of SMB Growth Guest Speaker: Hitendra Chaturvedi Professor of Practice, Arizona State University Hitendra Chaturvedi Professor of Practice in the NASPO Department of Supply Chain Management at the W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University, where he teaches and advises on topics including AI, supply chain strategy,...

UAT For The Love of Tech: Refurbithon

For the Love of Tech: UAT and AZStRUT Refurbishing Event Join UAT and AZStRUT for For the Love of Tech — a hands-on refurbishing event dedicated to giving technology a second life! Students, staff, and volunteers will collaborate with AZStRUT (Arizona Students Recycling Used Technology) to repair and prepare donated...

The Downtime Dilemma

Tracking the Invisible, Acting on the Inevitable Is your team prepared for the hidden costs of downtime? Unplanned outages and inefficiencies can quietly erode productivity, customer trust, and revenue. This workshop dives deep into the unseen forces behind downtime-equips you with the actionable strategies to mitigate its impact. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN How to identify and quantify “invisible�...

Fundamentals of Maintenance Excellence 100 Series

The Fundamentals of Maintenance Training Program provides your Maintenance Team with the skills and strategies to make the switch from costly, unplanned downtime to true forward-thinking Maintenance Excellence. We assist clients in improving their bottom line by increasing the safety, pr...

Hack-A-Thon Jam

Join us for a full-day, hands-on Hack-AI-Thon designed for participants with some software development experience who want to deepen their practical understanding of AI. Our goal is to strengthen practical skills, inspire creativity, and create meaningful, solutions for our community. 🎯 Focus: Applied AI • Automation • Collaboration • Innovation ⚠️ Limited spaces available — com...

Accelerent January Breakfast

The Arizona Technology Council has created an Alliance Partnership with Accelerent the Premier Business Development Platform in the country. Arizona Technology Council members are invited to attend The Accelerent January Breakfast hosted by Uncorked Media Group on Friday, January 30th at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown. There will be over 800 Phoenix area business leaders attending the keynote s...

10X Coding with AI: What It Actually Takes

82% of developers now use AI tools every week, yet 46% actively distrust the output. The engineers who stand out aren’t the ones simply using AI, but the ones who know when to trust it, when to fix it, and when to take over. That judgment is exactly what hiring managers are looking for. This live session is designed to help software engineers build that judgment. Learn how to bridge the AI s...

IdeaFunding 2026 Applications Open

Applications are now open for IdeaFunding 2026, Arizona’s longest-running pitch competition for early-stage companies. Open to Arizona-based tech startups, creative businesses, and community innovation ventures, IdeaFunding provides pitch training, mentorship, and access to $50,000+ in non-dilutive prizes. Finalists will pitch live on stage at the historic Rialto Theatre in Tucson, AZ, as pa...

AZ PropTech Collective Mixer

AZ Proptech Collective is hosting a casual founder and operator mixer to bring together people building, investing in, and supporting proptech, contech, real estate tech, and adjacent startups across the Valley. This is a relaxed, no-agenda evening focused on good conversations, new connections, and reconnecting with familiar faces. Whether you are a founder, operator, investor, or ecosyste...

Phoenix Sister Cities: 2026 Global Links Business Luncheon

Special discount for Arizona Technology Council Members! Discount code: gl26aztech This will reduce the full price ticket of $125 to $95 for AZTC members On Thursday, February 19, 2026, Mayor Kate Gallego and Phoenix Sister Cities will host the 2026 Global Links Busin...

WiM Arizona | AGM Container Controls Facility Tour

Join WIM for an exclusive facilities tour of AGM Container Controls, as well as for an opportunity to hear Howard N. Stewart, AGM’s President and CEO, talk about what he believes to have been some of AGM’s most important achievements, lessons learned, challenges overcome, extraordinary workforce benefits, community leadership, as well as to learn about AGM’s strategic priorities for the ...

Live Webinar: R&D TAX CREDITS AND EXPENSES RESTORED: A New Era For Manufacturing Innovation

When Public Law 119-21 was passed by the senate, (previously referred to in congress as “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act”), it reversed the requirement to amortize U.S.- based R&D expenses, once again allowing companies to immediately expense most domestic research costs. This change creates a valuable opportunity for businesses to reassess their tax strategies and maximize the gene...

Sharing & Securing Medical Data – Use Cases Workshop

The Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C) invites you to participate in our upcoming workshop, Sharing & Securing Medical Data for Electronic Health Records (EHR), which will be held on Monday, January 12, 2026 at University of Arizona, Scottsdale Center; address: 7135 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. This full day, in-person worksho...

Data Center & AI Infrastructure in Arizona: A Knowledge Exchange

Arizona is at the center of a digital transformation, and with it comes a growing need to balance energy reliability, water sustainability, and heat resilience. As new data centers expand across the state, this convening of industry experts, policymakers, utilities, academics, and community leaders offers a space for informed, collaborative dialogue about how Arizona can m...

Heroic Tucson Presents: Design Your Best Year Yet

Honor Your Growth. Clarify Your Vision. Design Your Best Year Yet. As 2025 draws to a close, join us for an inspiring evening of reflection and intention-setting. Through guided journaling, small-group sharing, and Heroic frameworks for Energy, Work, and Love, you’ll close the gap between who you are and who you are capable of becoming. What to expect: Reflect on key moments, lesson, an...