Reaching Out

by Don Rodriguez

Staying in touch with members whose operations stretch across the state has been critical to the Arizona Technology Council since its start. Through a series of communication methods, including April’s release of the annual report, members and others have been informed about developments not only of the Council but issues affecting the state’s technology industry as a whole. The Council’s multimedia suite includes:

Annual Report 

The Council releases its annual report to detail the previous year’s activities, successes, initiatives and industry and member accomplishments. From public policy successes and SciTech Institute goals to events and communications stats, the report features the programs and services Council staff works delivers, as well as opportunities for member involvement, such as committees and peer groups.

AZTechBase

The platform AZTechBase was launched in conjunction with the Arizona Commerce Authority and IT services firm AccountabilIT. The goal of AZTechBase is to further elevate Arizona’s technology ecosystem by providing accurate, current datasets that are easily accessible. But even more important is the platform helps support communication and interaction limited in the midst of the pandemic.

AZTechCast

Co-hosted by Phoenix Business RadioX and Council President and CEO Steven G. Zylstra, the monthly AZTechCast’s guests share success stories, news and analysis about the region’s leading startups, companies and emerging technologies, as well as industry trends and critical issues propelling Arizona’s growing technology ecosystem. 

TechFocus Member Spotlight

In partnership with Tucson-based firm Michael Beach Consulting, the monthly TechFocus Member Spotlight podcast highlights Arizona’s growing prominence as a world-class technology hub. Each episode features innovative entrepreneurs, transformative leaders and technology titans who are reshaping the state’s evolving technology ecosystem in existing and emerging sectors. 

TechConnect

TechConnect is the only magazine that has covered Arizona’s science and technology community for almost two decades. Launched by the Council in 2005 and produced in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority, the digital e-magazine is produced quarterly and provides news about the state’s industry trends and critical issues that drive Arizona’s technology ecosystem.

TechTalk

The Council’s monthly TechTalk e-newsletter provides featured segments on member news, content from the Council’s blog, member discounts and services by the Council’s Preferred Business Partners, sustainability and renewable energy, R&D, innovation, technological advancements, emerging technology sectors, industry news and more.

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