Why join the Council
Become a part of a growing technology community that is accelerating Arizona’s global impact.

Engage, learn, network and grow with the Council.
No matter where you work or what your role is, the Council provides an opportunity for professionals at all levels to engage, learn, network and grow. View the Council’s 2025 Membership Collateral for more details on member benefits.
Member Perks
Events
The Council hosts 100 in-person and virtual events every year, covering topics like cybersecurity, smart cities and IoT, med-tech and optics & photonics.
Association Health Plan
The Council partners with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona to offer an association health care plan so growing companies can focus on what they do best: innovation.
401(k) Multiple Employer Plan + Exclusive Banking Program
In partnership with Empower and Legacy Wealth Management, the Council offers members a 401(k) Multiple Employer Plan to eliminate your administrative burdens. In partnership with Integro Bank, the Council offers members an exclusive banking program with comprehensive and complimentary benefits.
Discounted Tuition Rates
The Council partners with several in-state universities to offer member company employees with discounted access to educational programs that help them upskill or reskill.
Committees
As a Council member, you can participate in our many committees ranging from our Public Policy Committee to our Tech Inclusion Forum and Women in the Workforce committees.
Member Marketplace
Looking for discounts on products and services from fellow members? The Council has your back. You can enjoy special offers from Council Annual Sponsors and Marketplace partners.
Public Policy Advocacy
Through the Council, you can help advocate for policies and issues that are important to Arizona’s technology sector at the federal, state and local levels.
Marketing and Promotional Support
Consider the Council an extension of your PR firm. We are happy to celebrate and amplify your wins through our email newsletters, tech blog and social media channels.
Membership Options
Industry Membership
The Industry Membership is a perfect fit for organizations that provide or develop technology products. Annual membership dues range depending on the number of full-time employees your organization has in Arizona.
Learn MoreAssociate Membership
The Associate Membership was designed for organizations that provide support services or products to tech companies. Annual membership dues range depending on the number of full-time employees your organization has in Arizona.
Learn MoreGovernment/Non-Profit/Academic Membership
The Government/Non-Profit/Academic Membership was designed for government entities, non-profits and educational institutions. Annual membership dues range depending on the number of full-time employees your organization has in Arizona.
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“There are so many reasons that Gen Z and Gen Alpha and all the generations coming after me should join communities like the Council. Joining a community like this gives you the opportunity to collaborate with people in person and grow your communication and networking skills. It’s important for young people to come together and be the change we want to see.”
Shiwani Sandhu | Senior Manager - Business Solutions, Per Scholas
Questions? We’ve got you covered
What is the Arizona Technology Council?
The Arizona Technology Council is the state’s premier trade association for science and technology companies. We are home to over 750 companies, ranging in size from early stage startups to larger corporations that are household names. We host 100+ informative events annually, engage in public policy advocacy at the federal, state and local levels and offer our member companies a variety of resources that can help them focus on bringing their visions to life.
What are the benefits of becoming a Council member?
First off, you become part of the community of technology movers and shakers that are making Arizona a more innovative place to be. But here are some of the other benefits:
- Free or discounted access to over 100 events per year
- The opportunity to influence public policy at the federal, state and local levels
- Access to small business resources like our association health plan, multiple-employer 401(k) plan and discounted tuition at certain in-state educational institutions
- The ability to participate in one of our many industry-focused committees
- Access to discounted and vetted products and services
- Promotional support of your organization’s big wins
- The ability to post open positions on our job board
- The ability to post your events on our community tech events calendar
- Networking, networking and more networking opportunities
And the list goes on!
How much does it cost to become a member?
Pricing varies based on the type of membership your organization is eligible for and the number of full-time employees you have based in Arizona. You can calculate the exact amount using our pricing calculator.
What type of membership is my organization eligible for?
We have three tiers of membership: industry, associate and government, nonprofit & academic.
- Industry: for organizations that provide or develop technology products
- Associate: for organizations that provide support services or products to technology companies
- Government, non-profit & academic: for government entities, non-profits or educational institutions
You can visit our pricing calculator to determine your eligibility and learn how much your annual dues will cost.