Minnesota Technology Association

There's still time to apply to take part in the Web Dev Pipeline, but submissions close EOD Friday! If you're an entrepreneur, startup or small business in need of a custom website or app (or if your existing site/app needs an upgrade) apply for the Web Dev Pipeline and share your development needs. SciTech will pair selected participants with talented young developers from Macalester College who will create/develop your site. Macalester faculty provides technical support, while SciTech provides a grant to cover half the student's pay! It's easy AND affordable! So what are you waiting for? Learn more and sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gxTYrzPx

What do Minnesota's successful tech executives think is on the horizon for the next year? Find out at Tech Outlook 2025! Join us on Thursday, December 12 where Adam M., Dennis Zuzek, Mark Murphy, and Rakhi Purohit will take the stage to discuss trends, shifts in the industry, and areas of focus for the year ahead. This exclusive event is sure to set you up for success for the year ahead. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gHDSS6PJ Thank you to our sponsors: Comcast Business, Excel Nearshore, and Tata Consultancy Services

Are you new to writing job descriptions? Are the jobs you've posted not attracting the caliber of talent you're looking for? The latest free resource in our Recruiter's Roadmap series can help! To simplify this crucial stage in the hiring process, SciTech's created a Job Description Format Guide that you can easily and confidently apply to any internship or entry level position you're looking to fill. Learn how and download the free tool here: https://lnkd.in/gvrQRfjx

?? Announcing the 2024 Tekne Award Winners! We are excited to share highlights from last week's amazing Tekne Awards along with the winners of each award. Take a look back at this one of a kind event: https://lnkd.in/gaV8EdM8

Calling all early-career technologists! ?? There's still time to register for our upcoming Jumpstart event on Tuesday, November 19. We've gathered a panel of tech leaders to participate in an "Ask Me Anything" panel - you'll have the chance to have your burning questions answered, from landing that first career, interview tips, resume refinement, and more. Don't miss out, register for free here: https://lnkd.in/gW7c5wj5 Event details: ?? Tuesday, November 19 ? 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. ?? Prime Digital Academy ?? : Featuring Nicole Roberts, Michael Davis, Ashley Rizzio, Anthony Retica, and Andy Krueger

Another #TekneAwards is in the books! ?? It was a wonderful evening celebrating excellence, innovation, and community. Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, and helped make this event special. Congratulations to the amazing finalists and Tekne Award winners who showcase the incredible work taking place in Minnesota's tech ecosystem. Lastly, thank you to our sponsors, without whom this event would not be possible. Our presenting sponsors Optum and Target; Our gold sponsor Digineer; Our silver sponsors: BDO, SMC Squared, SPS Commerce, ProCircular, and Thomson Reuters; And our bronze sponsors Concord, IDA Ireland, The Judge Group, Medtronic, Padilla, Perficient, PwC, Robins Kaplan LLP, RSM, Tata Consultancy Services, and Thrivent.

Finally, we are proud to award the Career Achievement Tekne Award to Archie Black, CEO (Retired) of SPS Commerce! Thank you for your service to Minnesota's tech industry! ?#tekneawards

Our second to last award of the evening is Public Service Excellence. Congratulations to State Representative Steve Elkins! Thank you for your contributions to Minnesota's tech industry. ?#tekneawards

We are pleased to recognize two individuals for Tech Educator of the Year. Congratulations to Alexandra Holter and Rajeev B.! ?#tekneawards

Our Rising Star Award recognizes those that are already making a significant impact in their field. Congratulations to our winners Kaileigh Hayden and Mariana Verdugo!???We'd like to recognize our other amazing finalists in this award category:??Carrie W. ?Tali Neidenfeuhr ?#tekneawards