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Lunch Bytes & IT Insights – Tucson

LeeShanok is partnering with FirstDigital to bring you an all-new Lunch Bytes and IT Insights: Network Resiliency in the AI Age! We’re bringing together the Tucson IT community for an early afternoon of fun, networking, and AI education! AI presents an exciting new frontier for businesses! But is your network ready for AI? Picture this: you’ve developed a suite of AI agents, all humming alo...

Lunch Bytes & IT Insights – Phoenix

LeeShanok is bringing you an all-new Lunch Bytes and IT Insights: Network Resiliency in the AI Age! We’re bringing together the Phoenix IT community for an early afternoon of fun, networking, and AI education! AI presents an exciting new frontier for businesses! But is your network ready for AI? Picture this: you’ve developed a suite of AI agents, all humming along, executing their tasks in...

2026 Consortium for Environmentally Resilient Business (CERB) Symposium

2026 Consortium for Environmentally Resilient Business (CERB) Symposium Join us for the 3rd annual Symposium as we foster meaningful dialogue between industries, researchers, and public institutions on climate risk and sustainability. Date: Friday, November 13, 2026 Time: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: University of Arizona, Scottsdale Center, Scottsdale Waterfront Office Address: 7135 E Camelback Roa...

University of Arizona WISE Mentorship Program

The University of Arizona WISE Mentorship Program is currently recruiting STEM industry and faculty mentors for the 2026-2027 academic year! The WISE Mentorship Program pairs enthusiastic and driven UA STEM students seeking career guidance with dedicated volunteer mentors who are STEM professionals in industry or academia. WISE Mentor/Mentee pairs meet monthly from November to April. M...

Product Development Expo 2026

PDX 2026: Skills, Solutions, and Breakthroughs—All in One Place. PDX 2026 brings together engineers, product developers, and innovators for the ultimate hands-on experience in product design and manufacturing. This event unites key areas of development—mechanical design, electronics, prototyping, automation, and materials—creating a comprehensive hub for innovation. For attendees: Gain pr...

Arizona Space Commission – National Experts Panel

Arizona Space Commission Meeting – National Experts Panel On Wednesday October 21 from 9 a.m. to noon we will be hosting a Space Commission meeting at the ASU-Thunderbird Global Forum (401 N. 1st, Phoenix AZ 85004). It will be an opportunity to hear and engage with national experts. We have 3 speakers confirmed and are crossing our fingers for a 4th. Roger Teague, Founding Partner of El...

University of Arizona: Space Horizons Forum

As space becomes increasingly integral to national security, economic competitiveness and scientific discovery, the boundaries between the civil, commercial and defense sectors continue to blur. The Space Horizons Forum will examine how these communities can strengthen partnerships, build resilience and prepare for the challenges ahead. Through conversations with leaders across sectors, the f...

Ship AI AZ GTM Hackathon

Build and launch a marketing site at this free, two-day hackathon. Join solo or with a team of up to four. New and existing projects are welcome, using any tools or stack. The weekend includes working sessions, networking, recorded pitches, and a $1,000 prize pool. October 17–18, 2026. Saturday: 9 AM–5 PM. Sunday: 9 AM–2 PM. All times are Arizona time. Location: Workuity Biltmore, 2390 E ...

AI Trailblazers – No Hype: AI Business Transformation

Join us for a half-day event for owners, partners, and senior operators of Arizona small and mid-size businesses who want practical ways to apply and lead AI transformation. Who this is for Leaders of SMBs with approximately 5–100 employees Especially leaders in architecture, engineering, manufacturing, legal services, biotech, charter schools, and other small and mid-size businesses No tech...

Final Accelerent Breakfast of 2026

We’re excited to invite you to join us for the final Accelerent Breakfast of 2026 on Friday, December 11th! Through the Arizona Tech Council’s partnership with Accelerent, the premier business development platform in the country, Arizona Tech Council members have the opportunity to attend this special event and connect with hundreds of business leaders from across the Phoenix area. We are ...

COSM Technology Summit

Inspired by the work of futurist George Gilder, the COSM Technology Summit is a national gathering for leaders shaping the technologies redefining global competitiveness: AI, blockchain, cloud, cryptocurrency, and next generation wireless. Since 2019, COSM has convened figures such as Peter Thiel, Cathie Wood, Eric Schmidt, Ray Kurzweil, Nicole Herskowitz, Stephen Wolfram, Kai Fu Lee, and Micha...

Partnership for Economic Innovation: Celebrating Innovation Summit 2026

Join us as PEI brings together Arizona’s industry leaders and innovators to share ideas, collaboration, and technology in action. Arizona is writing the next chapter of economic growth by fostering innovation that fuels job creation and investments. Join us to celebrate the people and technologies shaping Arizona’s future. The Partnership for Economic Innovation’s (PEI) Celebra...

Yuma after5 Tech Mixer: Hosted by Arizona Western College

Discover Yuma’s Aerospace & Defense Technology Join the Arizona Technology Council and Arizona Western College (AWC) for a special edition After5 Tech Mixer in Yuma. Learn more about AWC’s programs and technology initiatives and hear about the skills and innovation shaping the region’s aerospace and defense workforce. Yuma plays an important role in Arizona’s aerospace and d...

BIOSA: Beyond the Breakthrough: Innovation, Regulation, and Patient Impact

Beyond the Breakthrough: Innovation, Regulation, and Patient Impact BIOSA is bringing together industry experts for an engaging panel discussion designed to help health technology companies, from early-stage innovators to established, revenue-generating businesses, navigate the complex journey from innovation to patient impact. Attendees will gain practical insights into regulatory strategy, ...

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses

Small Businesses. Big Network. By joining the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, you gain access to an extensive network of over 17,000+ graduates located throughout all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico. This diverse community consists of owners and entrepreneurs from various industries and companies of all sizes, creating a strong and supportive network of accomplish...

W.P. Carey: AI in Action: AI Fundamentals for Executive Leaders

AI is transforming how organizations compete, innovate, and make decisions. Leaders who understand how to evaluate and apply AI strategically will be better positioned to drive growth, improve operational efficiency, and create lasting competitive advantage. This W. P. Carey Executive Education program is designed to immerse business leaders in artificial intelligence fundamentals and strateg...

The Next Generation has a Plan for the Planet: A Wrigley Conversation with Laura Turner Seydel and Vasser Seydel

The future isn’t something we inherit. It’s something we build. Join environmental leaders Laura Turner Seydel and Vasser Seydel as they explore what it takes to build a thriving planet. Laura Turner Seydel is chair of the Turner Foundation and works with organizations solving the biggest existential threats facing humanity currently. Vasser Seydel is president of The Oxygen Project, an or...

Pima Community College Futures Conference 2026- Roadmap for Resilience

This year’s Futures Conference will feature a conversation with PCC Chancellor Dr. Jeff Nasse and Dr. Aaron Ball, Vice President at the Southern Arizona Leadership Council, exploring PCC’s progress, our priorities for the years ahead, and the future of our College and community. And we want you to be part of the conversation. Throughout the morning, attendees will have opportunities to par...

W.P. Carey Partner Day

Join senior executives, business leaders, faculty, alumni, and graduate student teams for W. P. Carey Partner Day, an event designed to spark dialogue, build relationships, and explore new ways companies can engage with ASU’s W. P. Carey School of Business. Partner Day is not simply a chance to hear from W. P. Carey. It is an opportunity to share what your organi...

Nerdtoberfest 2026

This is the time and the place to celebrate engineering and manufacturing in Arizona PADT’s annual open house is on Wednesday, October 28th, from 4 – 8 at PADT”s offices in the ASU Research Park in Tempe, AZ. There will be examples of the work PADT does, customer exhibitions, community partners, PADT’s partners, food, drink, and all sorts of interesting and intelligent people ...

UltraFacility 2026

UltraFacility 2026 is the only facility-focused technical conference for semiconductor manufacturing, bringing 900+ professionals to Phoenix on 16 – 18 September. Sessions cover the water, power, cooling and chemicals systems behind fabs and data centers, with end users from Intel, Micron, TSMC and GlobalFoundries attending. { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { ...

Darling Geomatics Tech Expo

Darling Geomatics Tech Expo (DGTE) 2026 brings land surveyors, geomatics professionals, mining, and industry leaders together for two days of cutting-edge technology, expert-led sessions, and meaningful networking in the Arizona desert. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your boundary surveying skills, explore AI’s growing role in the field, or connect with the tools shaping the fu...

2026 National Rural STEM Summit

You’re invited to the National Rural STEM Learning Summit on September 3 & 4 at Midwestern University, located in Glendale, Arizona. Designed to bring together rural educators, administrators, and community leaders who are passionate about science, technology, engineering, and math, participants will have the opportunity to attend inspiring keynote speeches, participate in hands-on work...

TiE Phoenix Monthly Event – The Policy Playbook: Shaping Arizona’s Entrepreneurial Future

Why attend? Startups don’t operate in a vacuum—they grow within a framework of policy, funding, and strategic vision shaped by the public and private sectors alike. This September, TiE Phoenix brings together three influential voices to examine how policy decisions at the city, state, and industry levels directly impact Arizona’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This is an event...

VetsinTech Phoenix Chapter Soft Launch

Join VetsinTech Phoenix for an evening connecting veterans and military spouses with community, resources, and opportunities in tech! We’re excited to officially launch the VetsinTech Phoenix Chapter and bring together veterans and military spouses from across the Phoenix area who are interested in technology, career growth, entrepreneurship, education, and building meaningful profes...

MFG Month 2026

Arizona’s MFG Month gives students and educators a unique opportunity to experience the world of modern manufacturing firsthand. Through interactive exhibits, guided activities, and conversations with Arizona manufacturers, students will explore careers in robotics, engineering, automation, entrepreneurship, and advanced manufacturing. Students and teachers will meet local companies, tour GC...

UAT Tech Respect Summit

Join UAT for the second annual Tech Respect Summit at the University of Advancing Technology—a premier gathering of industry leaders, educators, innovators, and emerging voices shaping the future of technology. Designed to spark meaningful dialogue and collaboration, the Tech Respect Summit brings together diverse perspectives to explore today’s most pressing and promising topics across th...

ASU Hacks for Humanity

Hosted by Project Humanities at Arizona State University, Hacks for Humanity is not just a hackathon—it’s a 36-hour innovation marathon. Participants from diverse backgrounds—including students, faculty, staff, and community members—come together to develop technical solutions that address pressing local and global challenges. By integrating the seven core principles of Humanity 101®�...

Speak Up Stand Up Save A Life

From mobile phones to smart TVs and the myriad digital devices in-between, omnipresent screens threaten to distract our kids, undermine their relationships, and seriously compromise their wellbeing with unhealthy content, online predators, cyberbullying, and misinformation. The need for a practical, evidence-based roadmap to digital wellness for children and youth has never been greater. This...

AriSEIA Arizona Energy Future Conference

Come and learn from industry experts, businesses, academics, policy advocates, elected officials, and more about renewable energy in AZ! The Conference aims to foster an environment where sectors of the energy sector meet, discuss, learn, and collaborate for a brighter future. As an annual event, there are over 180 attendees representing utility solar, rooftop solar, community solar, storage, ...

AriSEIA Fall Candidate Mixer

Join AriSEA as they invite all legislative and statewide candidates to this mixer hosted at OMCO Solar in Phoenix. Every election year, AriSEIA hosts a mixer so that the clean energy community can meet candidates running for the AZ legislature or statewide office. This is a relaxed event with appetizers, beverages, brief remarks, and lots of time to mingle with current and future AZ poli...

JTED Foundation’s Transformation Summit 2026

Career and Technical Education is your pathway to train & recruit the next generation from high school to your team. Learn how to coordinate with the strategies already in place across the region to build your talent pipeline.

In Her Element A brunch celebration honoring 20 years of inspiring young women in STEM

In Her Element In Her Element Celebrating 20 years of women in STEM from MISS Adventures to ACES Camp Join us for brunch as we celebrate 20 years of inspiring young women in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). From MISS Adventures to ACES Camp, connect with alumni and community partners who have helped shape the next generation of women in STEM in Southern Arizona. Enjoy engag...

Integro Bank June 2026 CEO Club

CEO Club Event: Women, Wine, & Wealth: Why It’s Not Too Late to Build the Wealth You Deserve Wednesday, June 24, 2026 This is not a seminar. It is a curated conversation for women who have achieved success and are ready to approach wealth with greater intention, clarity, and strategy. For too long, women have been taught how to earn, manage, and spend… but not how to fully structure,...

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...