??NVTC News & Events: Your Guide to Fall Tech Events & Opportunities??
Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC)
Where Tech Thrives
Fall Greetings to Our Incredible Tech Community!
This fall, NVTC is more energized than ever by the incredible momentum within our region’s tech ecosystem. Just two weeks ago, we hosted our inaugural ‘Community of Interest’ Fall Social at Fluet in Tysons, where over 230 professionals gathered to network, celebrate achievements, and exchange ideas.
Connecting with each of you is one of the highlights of my role. Your stories inspire me daily, showcasing the innovation and drive that make our community so exceptional.
Our recent social is a reminder of the unique opportunities NVTC offers to grow your connections, knowledge, and influence in the tech industry. No other organization in our region provides such a dynamic blend of networking, learning, celebration and advocacy.
As you scroll through the newsletter, you'll find ways to recognize outstanding leaders in our tech community, get the latest insights at our 9th annual Cyber Summit, and discover how to make the most of your NVTC membership to grow your network and tackle the tech challenges shaping our region's future.
Don't miss the updates about the NVTC TechPAC and our legislative priorities for the 2025 General Assembly session!
I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events!
Sincerely,
Jennifer Taylor , NVTC President and CEO
?? Nominate leaders for Tech100
Nominations are open for Tech100!
Why it matters: NVTC’s prestigious Tech100 Awards celebrate the companies and individuals who are on the cutting edge, shaping the future of our region, and making a positive impact. We all know a standout innovator who deserves the spotlight—take a few minutes to nominate them today!
The bottom line: Nominate by Oct 11 in three categories:
What’s next: Purchase your ticket to celebrate the honorees on Dec 10.
?? Cyber Summit early bird tickets available
Join us on Oct 29 for the 2024 NVTC Cyber Summit and Cyber50 Awards , the region’s premier cybersecurity event!
The big picture: This year’s theme, Cyber Resilience: Navigating Technological Advances to Support National Security, features three panels:
Our thought bubble: Don’t miss a fireside chat with keynotes Danny Holtzman, CIO at the DoD’s Chief Development and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO), and Barry Mainz, CEO, Forescout Technnologies.
Go deeper: You will also hear from cyber startups at our pitch competition and celebrate the Cyber50 Awards honorees.
Buy tickets today! Early bird pricing ends Sept 28!
?? Join a ‘Community of Interest’
Did you know? NVTC has nine Communities of Interest (COIs).
Why it matters: COIs are peer-led groups for professionals who are passionate about specific tech areas. They’re lean, engaging and packed with networking opportunities.
How it works:
The big picture: NVTC’s COIs are a professional development goldmine—right in your backyard. You can connect, learn, and grow with peers who share your interests.
New Communities this year:
What’s next: Check out the COIs and sign up to join today!
?? NVTC's TechPAC drives tech advocacy
The big picture: Advocacy is a top priority for NVTC and our TechPAC is key to advancing our legislative agenda.
2024 legislative wins:
Why TechPAC matters: A robust TechPAC ensures NVTC’s voice is heard on critical economic, workforce, and infrastructure issues.
What they’re saying: Legislative experts predict the ‘digital goods tax’ will resurface in 2025, and NVTC will keep fighting it. NVTC will also monitor:
Looking ahead: NVTC will keep championing Virginia's tech sector—no other organization plays this role.
The bottom line: Support TechPAC to help us continue advancing tech innovation and strengthening the workforce. Contribute now!
Help us grow: NVTC seeks director of business development
We’re hiring! NVTC is looking for a Director of Business Development.
Why it matters: This role will lead efforts to grow NVTC’s membership, to help the thousands of tech companies in the region grow their businesses and people.
What you’ll do:
The details:
Apply now to shape the future of tech in Northern Virginia! Send your resume and salary requirements to [email protected] .
One fun thing: Senator Warner's tech talk highlights
NVTC was thrilled to host Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) at our Annual Meeting in June, where he engaged in a “tech talk” with CEO Jennifer Taylor. They discussed a range of important topics, including the CHIPS Act, AI, alternative energy sources such as small modular reactors (SMRs) in Virginia, and the future of space exploration.
? NVTC startup spotlight
Did you know that 20% of NVTC members are startups? Today, we’ll introduce you to a few that are highly engaged with NVTC and are soaring.
Yes, but: Are you a startup or small business? Don’t miss these upcoming Starting Point events, powered by KPMG:
Free for NVTC tech company members, this series is designed to help companies fast-track their growth and success.
?? What Jenn Taylor is reading
Hey everyone! As an avid reader, here's what I have my nose in these days:
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??Ensuring team continuity through change
Written by Andrew Deutscher , CEO and Founder of Regenerate .
You feel like your team is in place and things are moving forward nicely. Everything seems to be falling into place.??
And then… a key player leaves. An organizational restructure happens. You now have to shift and take on a new set of responsibilities.??
Lack of continuity can cause loss of institutional knowledge and floundering teams left to deal with unclear expectations or overwhelming workloads.??
We can’t stop change from happening. However, we CAN ensure that our people have the resources to minimize the impact change has on their ability to be sustainably productive.??
As a leader, you can:??
Go deeper: To learn more about the value of continuity and how to infuse it in your workplace, read this Forbes article .??
?? Virginia named top state for business, plus member news
ICYMI: ?? CNBC recognized Virginia as “America’s Top State for Business,” highlighting the Commonwealth’s commitment to making Virginia the best place to live, work, and raise a family.
?? Booz Allen Hamilton celebrated its 110th anniversary by ringing the opening bell at the NYSE on June 25.
???? Accenture Federal named Ron Ash incoming CEO , effective Sept 1, succeeding NVTC Board member John Goodman.
?? Dominion Energy announced plans to operate a small modular nuclear reactor (SMR) following Governor Youngkin’s signing of a bill to accelerate SMR development, testing, and deployment.
?? QTS Data Centers completed the acquisition of 622 acres of land in a Henrico County technology park for $137M.
?? George Mason University announced its first NASA mission will explore dark energy .
?? Tria Federal announced the launch of Tria Labs , its new technology innovation group, which will develop and test emerging technologies and solutions for the federal government.
If you would like your industry announcement to be included in future NVTC newsletters, please email [email protected] .
?? Don’t miss these NVTC events
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Go deeper: View all our upcoming events , including all NVTC signature events through June 2025.
One fun thing: The Roanoke Blacksburg Tech Council invites NVTC members to save 25% off their Disrupt Up Emerging Technology Conference in November.
Welcome new NVTC members
Welcome 31 new NVTC members that joined this summer: 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. | ANSTEC Consulting | AREP/PowerHouse Data Centers | AUH2O Consulting Limited | beltway.media | CachAI | Centrus Energy | CISOnow LLC | CONNECTpreneur | Culpeper County Economic Development | Edrevel | DPR Construction | Fairfax County Small Business Commission | Fenix Group | Guidepoint Security | Kaiden AI | MITRE | NeoSystems | Rebellion Defense | Rohic Inc. | Sargent Initiatives | sbLiftOff | Sentry Consulting Group | Softengi | Squadra | Summit Labs Technologies, Inc. | Thrivewell Tech | Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corp | Tungez | USI Insurance Services | VIVA Creative
?? Join NVTC and grow today
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