?? NVTC News & Events: NOVA tech hub secrets and celebrate at Tech100
Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC)
Where Tech Thrives
Did you know Northern Virginia has emerged as a nation’s tech giant?
Welcome to November 2024!
I am thrilled to invite you to our upcoming webinar on Nov 19 titled, Hidden in Plain Sight: Northern Virginia's Rise as a U.S. Tech Giant. This past August, NVTC completed a groundbreaking study, drawing on data from 82 top tech organizations and interviews with over 30 senior executives. The study explores five critical dimensions of our tech hub: Talent, Innovation, Ecosystem, Business Attractiveness, and Proximity to the U.S. Federal Government. During the webinar, we will unveil the findings to both the media and community stakeholders. We will highlight the region’s position as one of the nation's leading tech hubs, and explore the opportunities and challenges that will shape the region’s future growth and innovation. (Register below.)
Also, on Dec 10, NVTC will host its 7th annual Tech100 celebration! We are shaking up the event experience this year with a cool Avengers theme, “Assemble Innovators!” and more networking. This year’s event promises to be epic as we’ll honor and connect with the region’s top innovators.
Scroll below to learn more, and for other NVTC updates.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Taylor , NVTC President and CEO
1. ?? Unveiling NOVA's tech hub secrets
The big picture: This summer we surveyed over 80 NVTC members and conducted one-on-one interviews with 30+ tech executives from our region to learn what makes NOVA a leading tech hub. Our findings helped inform NVTC’s 2024 Northern Virginia Tech & Innovation Study.
Join us on Nov 19 for a FREE webinar where we will unveil the study findings to both the media and community stakeholders. They highlight the region’s position as one of the nation's leading tech hubs, and why it matters for the future of our regional economy and workforce.
What you’ll learn:
This FREE event is open to members and non-members, but registration is required. Register today.
2. ?? Celebrate tech innovators at Tech100!
Unite with us on Dec 10 for an epic evening to honor the innovators of our tech region at NVTC’s 7th annual Tech100 celebration!
Why it matters: Trailblazing executives, NextGen champions, and rising stars are transforming the landscape and driving our region toward greatness with their revolutionary solutions that are redefining the future. This is the time of year to recognize their achievements!
The bottom line: Shine a spotlight on the remarkable work being done right here. Purchase your ticket and prepare for an electrifying evening where we’ll celebrate those skyrocketing our tech community to new heights.
Go deeper: Be a HERO and sponsor Tech100! Email Tarin at [email protected] for details.
3. ?? Cyber resilience takes center stage
Last week NVTC hosted its 9th annual Cyber Summit and Cyber50 Awards, the region’s premier cybersecurity event!
The big picture:
ICYMI: Check out the photos .
Go deeper: Join NVTC’s Cyber Community of Interest to stay connected with our region’s cyber professional community year-round.
4. NVTC advocates for pro-tech policy in Virginia
NVTC advocates for a strong, innovative technology policy framework in an effort to advance our legislative agenda. As a reminder, NVTC advocates for Virginia policymakers to support the following:
Yes, and: Although the General Assembly is out of session, NVTC continues to monitor the following and their potential impact on anticipated legislation during the 2025 session:
Looking ahead: NVTC will keep championing Virginia's tech sector—no other organization plays this role.
The bottom line: All NVTC members are welcome to reach out to share input on policies and legislation that impact your organization and align with NVTC’s legislative agenda and mission. Please contact Colin at [email protected] .
5. DIVE IN with NVTC at CES 2025
NVTC is returning to CES? 2025 – taking place in Las Vegas, Jan 7-10 —again next year.
We highly encourage you to travel to CES to see new product launches from global brands. You’ll see and hear the latest in innovation from every sector of the industry.
But wait there’s more! This year’s keynotes include NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang!
Registration for CES? 2025 is now open .
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6. ?? Energize to lead proactively
Written by Andrew Deutscher, CEO and Founder of Regenerate .
Working harder but feeling less fulfilled.
Yes, but: Does that sound like a recipe for success?
When we are drained and exhausted, we can find ourselves becoming more reactive.
When we are adequately fueled and energized, we have more capacity. We have bandwidth to anticipate challenges, to make more thoughtful decisions, and to bring the secret sauce of innovation to our teams and organizations.
Leaders can better ensure their proactivity by:
Go deeper: Learn more about breaking free from the reactive state and leading proactively .
7. ?? NVTC’s event lineup — Mark your calendar
Register for upcoming NVTC events:
Go deeper: View all NVTC’s upcoming events , including our signature events through June 2025.
One more thing: On Nov 13, KPMG’s Mid-Atlantic IPO Bootcamp will bring together executives from a variety of industries for a half day of collaborative discussion and a capital markets update. Learn more here.
8. Welcome new NVTC members
NVTC welcomes 32 new members that joined in Sept and Oct: Attain Capital | Blue Ridge Networks | BWXT Technologies | CloudAI Technologies | CNA Corporation | DroneShield | EmpathixAI | Haynes & Boone | Hortus AI | Infotek Consulting LLC | Ippon Technologies | JCS Solutions | Mayer Brown LLP | Metron Farnier | Miner & Company | Missionovo | Mosaic Growth Solutions | Parallel, LLC | Permion.ai | Pianesi | Procentrix | QWERX, Inc. | Salesforce | Sequoia | TalentRemedy | TeamPeople | Unboxx Technologies | Veracode | Washington Resource Associates | Wiley | Yoko & Co. | Zerapy .
9. ?? Master AI for ethical innovation
AI is changing business at warp speed – do you know how to harness it?
UVA Darden Executive Education & Lifelong Learning presents a 2.5 day program: Driving Ethical Innovation in the Age of AI. Held in Rosslyn Nov 13-15, it aims to help senior executives better understand the strategic and ethical considerations, roadblocks and risks for integrating emerging technologies to drive sustainable growth.
Led by Darden’s faculty experts in leadership, technology and strategy, the program features peer-driven discussion on data ownership, privacy and transparency.
Go deeper: Learn more here .
Yes, and: NVTC members save 50% off registration. Connect with Allison Stratton to reserve your seat.
10. ?? Follow NVTC on social
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11. ?? Join NVTC and grow today
Only NVTC offers the best combination of education, networking, awards, and advocacy to support and advance our thriving tech community.
Don’t miss out: Join NVTC today.
Grow your people, your brand, and your business with UNIQUE access to our region’s tech community.
Contact Tarin Horan, CMP at [email protected] to learn about NVTC event and newsletter sponsorship opportunities for your organization.