Involta Insights: September 2023

Welcome back to Involta Insights, our monthly LinkedIn Newsletter where we cover everything Involta. This edition gives you an inside look at our recent events, the latest industry trends and company milestones.

Involta in the Spotlight: News and Headlines

Involta Announced as TAI Prometheus Finalist

TAI recently released their 2023 Prometheus Awards finalists…And Involta is proud to have made the list twice! You’re looking at the finalist for 2023 Creative Technology Solution of the Year and IT Service Provider Technology Company of the Year. These recognitions are made possible by our People Who Deliver, who work tirelessly to evolve and expand our IT services and solutions to better suit our clients’ needs.

Involta Unveils Involta Cares Web Page

We recently launched our Involta Cares webpage, which highlights our continued commitment to our communities.

In 2018, we launched our volunteering initiative, Involta Cares, to help drive positive change in the communities we serve. Since its implementation, our teams in each edge market have rallied to donate hundreds of hours to support local food banks and donation drives, neighborhood clean-up initiatives, STEM education and many other philanthropic efforts. Check out the new webpage detailing our Involta Cares initiative and achievements HERE!

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Corridor get Organized With Help From Volunteers

In September, Involtans in Cedar Rapids rallied to support the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Corridor, who are expanding their efforts to reach an additional 300 kids! Our People Who Deliver rolled up their sleeves to help purge, move and organize items to transform the nonprofit space into a more efficient and functional area where Boys and Girls Club staff can better serve kids in the region.

The Gazette recently published an article highlighting Involta’s volunteer involvement. Read it HERE!

Out and About With Involta

IBM TechXchange

Involtan John Rembold, Cloud Services Product Manager, attended the 2023 IBM TechXChange Conference in Vegas! While there, he joined the panel, Triumphing Over Cyber Attacks: Real-life Cyber Resiliency Stories with IBM Storage FlashSystems, to explore real-world examples and case studies highlighting cyber resiliency, guiding users to fortify their organization’s cyber resilience.

BisNow DICE Rockies

Involta’s fearless leader, President & CEO Jim Buie, was invited to join an insightful panel at BisNow’s DICE Rockies event exploring data center trends and activity across the Greater Rocky Region market.?

The panel, State of the Rocky Mountain Market: Exploring the Dynamics of Denver’s Data Center Market and Surrounding Regions, consisted of C-suite leaders and executives in the data center industry. The panelists shared their expertise on how leaders can position themselves for successful business growth and network expansion in the ever-evolving data center market.

Content Corner

Is it Time to Migrate to Microsoft 365?

Microsoft Exchange Server on-premises (Exchange on-prem) has been a reliable solution for organizations for nearly 30 years, but Microsoft 365's Exchange Online (Microsoft 365) is becoming the new go-to, offering minimized risks and fewer limitations.

If you've been evaluating whether to stick with Exchange on-prem or switch to Microsoft 365, check out the expert insights from Korey Stillman, Involta Modern Workplace Director in our latest blog, “Is it Time to Migrate to Microsoft 365?”!

Changing the Game: 5 Ways to Champion Women’s Success in Tech

Over the past few decades, women have made tremendous strides in STEM careers. But we still have a long way to go—in the US, women still make up only 23% of the STEM workforce.?

Diverse companies achieve more innovation, higher employee engagement and drive more profits. As we look toward the future, there are vast opportunities to drive change, and with more women leading the way as technology trailblazers, the possibilities in tech are endless. Learn how to level the playing field and support women in tech in our recent blog, “Changing the Game: 5 Ways to Champion Women’s Success in Tech.”

On the Horizon

Tune Into the Manufacturing First Conference

Involta is excited to be a Gold Sponsor for the Manufacturing First Conference on October 25 in Green Bay! Manufacturing is a constantly evolving industry, facing new challenges and opportunities every day—to stay competitive in the marketplace, it’s vital that companies stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technology available.

You don’t want to miss this robust and informative conference! Involtan John Kehoe will be presenting on Artificial Intelligence, Factory Automation Initiatives and Securing Your Factory. Learn more about the event HERE.

Celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month With Involta at ISS

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we’re excited to join cybersecurity leaders again at this year’s Information Security Summit (ISS) October 23-27!

Involta is proud to sponsor ISS, which is the Midwest's largest gathering of IT and security professionals, featuring national speakers and local experts. With an ever-growing number of attendees, ISS aims to educate, evolve and collaborate with the local cybersecurity community.

Find more details about the event HERE.?

And, be sure to check out Involta’s social media throughout October to hear some of our tips and tricks for navigating the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Innovative Involtans

New Hires

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to our new Involtans! ??

Involta is proud to have a company culture that continues to attract hard-working, creative folks. We’re excited to see what the future holds for these ambitious individuals at Involta. Welcome, and congratulations! #PeopleWhoDeliver

Employee Milestones

At Involta, we value our employees. That’s why we believe it is essential we recognize them for the dedication and DRIVE they bring to the office every day. Congratulations, and thank you to our September milestone anniversaries.?? #PeopleWhoDeliver

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