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Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Monday, November 3, 2008
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
South Florida Technology Alliance to Hold Panel Discussion on
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. – October 15, 2008 - The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA), an organization dedicated to strengthening South Florida's technology community, on Thursday October 23rd, will hold a panel discussion with leaders from South Florida’s major non-profit civic and governmental agencies on the state of the technology economy in South Florida. The SFTA event will be held at the Sheraton Suites Cypress Creek hotel in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. from 5:30-8:00 p.m. Eastern.
The panel will be moderated by Jane Teague, executive director of Enterprise Development Corporation (EDC) of South Florida, and panelists will include: Bob Swindell, The Broward Alliance; Andrew Duffell, The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County; Dr. Jaap Donath, Miami Beacon Council; Dr. Karl Stevens, Ph.D., P.E., Dean, College of Engineering & Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University; and Maryann Fiala, AeA
Chip Casanave, SFTA president, states, “Our session this month will provide insight into the economic outlook for South Florida’s the technology sector so regional executives and management can plan effectively for growth and profitability in the future.”
At this session hear these topics discussed:
* How are organizations reaching out to or helping technology business owners in our county? * What educational initiatives are underway to build the future talent pool for making S. Florida businesses successful? * How is South Florida fairing relative to the rest of America? * How are the technology and general industry trends taking shape? * Examples of technology companies that are choosing to come to our region. * Why are / aren't industries looking to South Florida for opportunity? * Is South Florida a logical gateway to the Middle East? To South America? How is this expected to evolve?
To attend the event, please visit: http://www.southfloridatech.org Join us for a lively discussion with an ample Q&A session following. SFTA offers a premiere membership that enables free attendance throughout the membership year. The fee for other members is $15 per event, and for non-members $45 per event. Complimentary hor d’oeuvres will be served;
Event Sponsor: Accuvant (http://www.accuvant)
Accuvant is the nation's premier information security and compliance management consulting firm. Our security advisors use industry expertise and proven methodologies to help large enterprises assess their environments, improve their compliance postures, and secure their infrastructures.
Drink Ticket Sponsor: Lindsay Group, Inc. (http://www.lindsaygroupinc.com/)
Lindsay Group, Inc. specializes in providing corporate employment solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Accounting and Finance, Marketing, Human Resources and Sales. We pride ourselves in developing strategic partnerships so that our customers benefit from the professional and responsiveness to their needs.
About SFTA: The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes the growth, success and awareness of the regional technology community. Through events, networking, programs and education, we provide South Florida's technology-related companies, academic institutions, entrepreneurs, governments and related organizations with an active forum to grow the business of technology in our region. http://www.southfloridatech.org/
Contact:
Jackie Fernandez
Executive Director
South Florida Technology Alliance
Jackie@southfloridatech.org
Tel. 954.239.9739
The panel will be moderated by Jane Teague, executive director of Enterprise Development Corporation (EDC) of South Florida, and panelists will include: Bob Swindell, The Broward Alliance; Andrew Duffell, The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County; Dr. Jaap Donath, Miami Beacon Council; Dr. Karl Stevens, Ph.D., P.E., Dean, College of Engineering & Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University; and Maryann Fiala, AeA
Chip Casanave, SFTA president, states, “Our session this month will provide insight into the economic outlook for South Florida’s the technology sector so regional executives and management can plan effectively for growth and profitability in the future.”
At this session hear these topics discussed:
* How are organizations reaching out to or helping technology business owners in our county? * What educational initiatives are underway to build the future talent pool for making S. Florida businesses successful? * How is South Florida fairing relative to the rest of America? * How are the technology and general industry trends taking shape? * Examples of technology companies that are choosing to come to our region. * Why are / aren't industries looking to South Florida for opportunity? * Is South Florida a logical gateway to the Middle East? To South America? How is this expected to evolve?
To attend the event, please visit: http://www.southfloridatech.org Join us for a lively discussion with an ample Q&A session following. SFTA offers a premiere membership that enables free attendance throughout the membership year. The fee for other members is $15 per event, and for non-members $45 per event. Complimentary hor d’oeuvres will be served;
Event Sponsor: Accuvant (http://www.accuvant)
Accuvant is the nation's premier information security and compliance management consulting firm. Our security advisors use industry expertise and proven methodologies to help large enterprises assess their environments, improve their compliance postures, and secure their infrastructures.
Drink Ticket Sponsor: Lindsay Group, Inc. (http://www.lindsaygroupinc.com/)
Lindsay Group, Inc. specializes in providing corporate employment solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Accounting and Finance, Marketing, Human Resources and Sales. We pride ourselves in developing strategic partnerships so that our customers benefit from the professional and responsiveness to their needs.
About SFTA: The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes the growth, success and awareness of the regional technology community. Through events, networking, programs and education, we provide South Florida's technology-related companies, academic institutions, entrepreneurs, governments and related organizations with an active forum to grow the business of technology in our region. http://www.southfloridatech.org/
Contact:
Jackie Fernandez
Executive Director
South Florida Technology Alliance
Jackie@southfloridatech.org
Tel. 954.239.9739
Thursday, October 9, 2008
South Florida Technology Alliance- October 23rd!
Join us for this month's event titled:
South Florida Regional Economic Update for the Technology Sector
Date: October 23, 2008Time: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Sheraton Suites Cypress
555 NW 62 Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Location: Sheraton Suites Cypress
555 NW 62 Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Sponsored by
This panel discussion will be moderated by
Jane Teague of the Enterprise Development Corporation of South Florida.
Panelists include:
Bob Swindell of The Broward Alliance
Andrew Duffell of The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County
Dr. Jaap Donath of the Miami Beacon Council
Dr. Karl Stevens, Ph.D., P.E., Dean, College of Engineering & Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University
Maryann Fiala AeA
Jane Teague of the Enterprise Development Corporation of South Florida.
Panelists include:
Bob Swindell of The Broward Alliance
Andrew Duffell of The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County
Dr. Jaap Donath of the Miami Beacon Council
Dr. Karl Stevens, Ph.D., P.E., Dean, College of Engineering & Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University
Maryann Fiala AeA
This month's drink sponsor is:
Register online at: www.southfloridatech.org
Thursday, October 2, 2008
SFTA September Event Update
Jon Lieberman, CEO of ISN Telcom, Mark Grossman, CEO of Grossman Law Group, and Alan Sujovolsky of ASujo Consulting (SFTA Programs Chair)
Andrew Peck of Gold Coast Venture Capital Assoc and Jim Greene CEO of RouterWare
Kevin Brady CEO of Corporate Services, Inc, Gary Bahadur CEO of Kraa Security Consulting, Ivan Moskowitz, and Frank Mazza Area Sales Manager for Yotta280
Lisa Gibbs, Executive Business Editor for the Miami Herald John Duffy, CEO, 3Cinteractive Jonathan Lieberman, CEO ISN Telcom Scott Kinnear, President, Myxer
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
SFTA Press Release - For Immediate Release
SOUTH FLORIDA TECHNOLOGY ALLIANCE (SFTA) TO HOST EXCLUSIVE FORUM FOR SOUTH FLORIDA BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY LEADERS TO MEET WITH CHINESE GOVERNMENT DEVELOPMENT DELEGATION FROM JIANGSU PROVINCE
Registration now open to meet with delegation officials and companies on October 20, 2008
Fort Lauderdale – September 30, 2008 – The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) announced details for a forum between South Florida information technology leaders and Jiangsu Province government officials on October 20, 2008 from 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott North (just north of Cypress Creek on Andrews).
Jiangsu Province, located northwest of Shanghai and south of Beijing, with a GDP growth rate of 14.7%, is now considered a growing technology center with many U.S. companies already outsourcing software development to Chinese technology companies there.
Chip Casanave, president of SFTA, will open the session with reasons for the need for the two countries to work together. Casanave explains, “China is already established in the software development sector with well-qualified programming teams serving a wide variety of U.S. customers. This event is an exciting chance for south Florida technology executives to learn more about opportunities with Chinese companies and vice versa.”
The evening forum continues with a keynote speech from Mr. Wang Runliang, Deputy Director General Jiangsu Development Reform Commission, who will detail current trade statistics with the U.S. and Chinese government policies. Following the keynote, Peter A. Quinter, Attorney with Becker & Poliakoff and Board Certified International Attorney Customs and International Trade Department will lead a panel of speakers to discuss risks and opportunities, and how to prevent cultural barriers for business success.
Purposes of this first forum will detail Jiangsu Province’s infrastructure:
• Rapid economic growth, which is expected to reach $US330 billion this year.
• Easy travel from Shanghai either by air or by rail, a 2-hour ride; or an 8-hour trip from Beijing
• Internet accessibility via 5 million wide-band access ports to support a 10 million surfing population
• Software education studies in 46 universities with 40,000 students enrolled
• Software enterprises now total 3,000 with approximately 170,000 employees; and 45 enterprises are now qualified with CMM/CMMI2 or above.
The following are key indicators of strengthening activity:
• Leading U.S. companies, including Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, Alcatel, Canon, Siemens, and Lucent, have already set up software companies, software R&D and training institutions
• Strong government support to promote policies and incentives
• Low cost of doing business, i.e., Grade A office space at US$10 square meter
• Chinese government support to safeguard intellectual property rights and data security protection
There will be opportunities to network and exchange business contacts before and after the official proceedings with executives of the Chinese delegation and companies offering their services.
South Florida’s iCoast and Broward Alliance organizations are also partnering with SFTA at this forum.
To register for this exclusive forum, visit http://www.BusinessEvents.com/China and enter the code "SFTA" to receive a $25 discount from the $75 registration fee; or call 561-241-7309 to register by phone.
About the South Florida Technology Alliance
The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes the growth, success and awareness of this vibrant technology community. The SFTA’s focus is to foster an exciting network of companies, academia, capital resources, and government for the immediate and future success of technology-related interests in the South Florida region. More information is available at http://www.southfloridatech.org
Contact:
Jackie Fernandez
South Florida Technology Alliance
+1 (954) 239.9739
Jackie@southfloridatech.org
Registration now open to meet with delegation officials and companies on October 20, 2008
Fort Lauderdale – September 30, 2008 – The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) announced details for a forum between South Florida information technology leaders and Jiangsu Province government officials on October 20, 2008 from 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott North (just north of Cypress Creek on Andrews).
Jiangsu Province, located northwest of Shanghai and south of Beijing, with a GDP growth rate of 14.7%, is now considered a growing technology center with many U.S. companies already outsourcing software development to Chinese technology companies there.
Chip Casanave, president of SFTA, will open the session with reasons for the need for the two countries to work together. Casanave explains, “China is already established in the software development sector with well-qualified programming teams serving a wide variety of U.S. customers. This event is an exciting chance for south Florida technology executives to learn more about opportunities with Chinese companies and vice versa.”
The evening forum continues with a keynote speech from Mr. Wang Runliang, Deputy Director General Jiangsu Development Reform Commission, who will detail current trade statistics with the U.S. and Chinese government policies. Following the keynote, Peter A. Quinter, Attorney with Becker & Poliakoff and Board Certified International Attorney Customs and International Trade Department will lead a panel of speakers to discuss risks and opportunities, and how to prevent cultural barriers for business success.
Purposes of this first forum will detail Jiangsu Province’s infrastructure:
• Rapid economic growth, which is expected to reach $US330 billion this year.
• Easy travel from Shanghai either by air or by rail, a 2-hour ride; or an 8-hour trip from Beijing
• Internet accessibility via 5 million wide-band access ports to support a 10 million surfing population
• Software education studies in 46 universities with 40,000 students enrolled
• Software enterprises now total 3,000 with approximately 170,000 employees; and 45 enterprises are now qualified with CMM/CMMI2 or above.
The following are key indicators of strengthening activity:
• Leading U.S. companies, including Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, Alcatel, Canon, Siemens, and Lucent, have already set up software companies, software R&D and training institutions
• Strong government support to promote policies and incentives
• Low cost of doing business, i.e., Grade A office space at US$10 square meter
• Chinese government support to safeguard intellectual property rights and data security protection
There will be opportunities to network and exchange business contacts before and after the official proceedings with executives of the Chinese delegation and companies offering their services.
South Florida’s iCoast and Broward Alliance organizations are also partnering with SFTA at this forum.
To register for this exclusive forum, visit http://www.BusinessEvents.com/China and enter the code "SFTA" to receive a $25 discount from the $75 registration fee; or call 561-241-7309 to register by phone.
About the South Florida Technology Alliance
The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes the growth, success and awareness of this vibrant technology community. The SFTA’s focus is to foster an exciting network of companies, academia, capital resources, and government for the immediate and future success of technology-related interests in the South Florida region. More information is available at http://www.southfloridatech.org
Contact:
Jackie Fernandez
South Florida Technology Alliance
+1 (954) 239.9739
Jackie@southfloridatech.org
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
SFTA: Press Release
South Florida Technology Alliance to Hold a CEO Panel Discussion on Accelerating Growth Best Practices
[ PR Newswire · 2008-09-16 ]
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA), an organization dedicated to strengthening South Florida's technology community, on Thursday September 25 will hold a CEO panel discussion on growth challenges and opportunities in this difficult economic environment. The SFTA event will be held at the Sheraton Suites Cypress Creek hotel in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. from 5:30-8:00 p.m. Eastern.
Lisa Gibbs, executive business editor for the Miami Herald, will moderate the panel members: John Duffy, CEO, 3Cinteractive; Myk Willis, CEO and founder, Myxer; Stephanie C. Finnegan, CEO and Co-founder, Goodwin Technologies; and Jonathan Lieberman, CEO, with ISN Telcom through the minefields of growth strategies, sales channel strategy, product or service development pitfalls, and employee hiring in South Florida.
Deborah Vazquez, SFTA chair, states, "While many companies are struggling in today's volatile business environment, these CEOs represent companies which are experiencing exponential growth. This is a great opportunity to learn about the strategies they are employing making them successful even through tough economic times."
To attend the event, please visit: http://www.southfloridatech.org . Join us for a lively discussion with an ample Q&A session following. SFTA offers a premiere membership that enables free attendance throughout the membership year. The fee for other members is $15 per event, and for non-members $45 per event. Complimentary hor d'oeuvres will be served; cash bar available.
About SFTA: The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes the growth, success and awareness of the regional technology community. Through events, networking, programs and education, we provide South Florida's technology-related companies, academic institutions, entrepreneurs, governments and related organizations with an active forum to grow the business of technology in our region. http://www.southfloridatech.org/
Contact:
Jackie Fernandez
Executive Director
South Florida Technology Alliance
Jackie@southfloridatech.org
Tel. 954.239.9739
[ PR Newswire · 2008-09-16 ]
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA), an organization dedicated to strengthening South Florida's technology community, on Thursday September 25 will hold a CEO panel discussion on growth challenges and opportunities in this difficult economic environment. The SFTA event will be held at the Sheraton Suites Cypress Creek hotel in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. from 5:30-8:00 p.m. Eastern.
Lisa Gibbs, executive business editor for the Miami Herald, will moderate the panel members: John Duffy, CEO, 3Cinteractive; Myk Willis, CEO and founder, Myxer; Stephanie C. Finnegan, CEO and Co-founder, Goodwin Technologies; and Jonathan Lieberman, CEO, with ISN Telcom through the minefields of growth strategies, sales channel strategy, product or service development pitfalls, and employee hiring in South Florida.
Deborah Vazquez, SFTA chair, states, "While many companies are struggling in today's volatile business environment, these CEOs represent companies which are experiencing exponential growth. This is a great opportunity to learn about the strategies they are employing making them successful even through tough economic times."
To attend the event, please visit: http://www.southfloridatech.org . Join us for a lively discussion with an ample Q&A session following. SFTA offers a premiere membership that enables free attendance throughout the membership year. The fee for other members is $15 per event, and for non-members $45 per event. Complimentary hor d'oeuvres will be served; cash bar available.
About SFTA: The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes the growth, success and awareness of the regional technology community. Through events, networking, programs and education, we provide South Florida's technology-related companies, academic institutions, entrepreneurs, governments and related organizations with an active forum to grow the business of technology in our region. http://www.southfloridatech.org/
Contact:
Jackie Fernandez
Executive Director
South Florida Technology Alliance
Jackie@southfloridatech.org
Tel. 954.239.9739
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
South Florida Technology Alliance- September 25th!
Sponsored by
SFTA Presents
A CEO Round Table
Managing Growth in Volatile Times
Moderated by Lisa Gibbs, Executive Business Editor for the Miami Herald
Lisa will lead a panel of CEOs of South Florida based companies that have one thing in common: Growth. They will share their biggest challenges and opportunities and most importantly, how they are accelerating the growth of their companies in a difficult economic environment.
Panelists:
John Duffy, CEO, 3Cinteractive
Jonathan Lieberman, ISN Telcom
Myk Willis, CEO and founder, Myxer
Stephanie C. Finnegan, CEO and Co-founder, Goodwin Technologies
Date: September 25, 2008Time: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Show mapSheraton Suites Cypress
555 NW 62 AvenueFort Lauderdale, FL
Contact: Jackie Fernandez
Phone: 954.239.9739
Email: jackie@southfloridatech.org
Click here to register online.
SFTA Presents
A CEO Round Table
Managing Growth in Volatile Times
Moderated by Lisa Gibbs, Executive Business Editor for the Miami Herald
Lisa will lead a panel of CEOs of South Florida based companies that have one thing in common: Growth. They will share their biggest challenges and opportunities and most importantly, how they are accelerating the growth of their companies in a difficult economic environment.
Panelists:
John Duffy, CEO, 3Cinteractive
Jonathan Lieberman, ISN Telcom
Myk Willis, CEO and founder, Myxer
Stephanie C. Finnegan, CEO and Co-founder, Goodwin Technologies
Date: September 25, 2008Time: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Show mapSheraton Suites Cypress
555 NW 62 AvenueFort Lauderdale, FL
Contact: Jackie Fernandez
Phone: 954.239.9739
Email: jackie@southfloridatech.org
Click here to register online.
Monday, September 15, 2008
Thursday, June 12, 2008
SFTA June 26th Super Networking!
This month, the South Florida Technology Alliance is holding its semi-annual Networking Only event. These events are always well attended and this one should be no exception.
This time we have extended special invitations to our partner organizations to join us. Our strategic partner organizations share synergy with SFTA and offer our members access to a broader audience of potential business connections.
The organizations joining us this month are:
Enterprise Development Corp. of South Florida
ITWomen
Gold Coast Venture Capital Association
South Florida PMI
TiE
International Association of Microsoft Certified Partners
The evening will start with the special pre-event workshop "Linked In and Other Social Networking Tools" provided by Doug Marlowe of Teach IT Now
Date: June 26th, 2008
Location: Sheraton Suites Cypress 555 NW 62 St Fort Lauderdale, Fl
Time: 4:30pm - 8:00 pm
Registration available online at: www.southfloridatech.org
$15.00 online for regular members; $20 at the door
$45.00 for guests; $50.00 at the door
Free for SFTA Sponsors and Premium members
This time we have extended special invitations to our partner organizations to join us. Our strategic partner organizations share synergy with SFTA and offer our members access to a broader audience of potential business connections.
The organizations joining us this month are:
Enterprise Development Corp. of South Florida
ITWomen
Gold Coast Venture Capital Association
South Florida PMI
TiE
International Association of Microsoft Certified Partners
The evening will start with the special pre-event workshop "Linked In and Other Social Networking Tools" provided by Doug Marlowe of Teach IT Now
Date: June 26th, 2008
Location: Sheraton Suites Cypress 555 NW 62 St Fort Lauderdale, Fl
Time: 4:30pm - 8:00 pm
Registration available online at: www.southfloridatech.org
$15.00 online for regular members; $20 at the door
$45.00 for guests; $50.00 at the door
Free for SFTA Sponsors and Premium members
Thursday, May 29, 2008
SFTA and Fast Trac
The SFTA (South FloridaTechnology Alliance) would like to remind seasoned and aspiring entrepreneursto sign up for the FastTrac(R) TechVenture(TM) Program to be held at the EDC(Entrepreneurial Development Center) located in the FAU Research Park, BocaRaton, FL.
This 10-week program is designed specifically to develop an elevator pitch, executive summary and a business plan.
Starting June 17, 2008 - the FastTrac(R) TechVenture(TM) Program will beoffered in Research Triangle Park (RTP) and independently in South Florida. This course has mentored and worked with over 850 entrepreneurs and companies-- raising over $1 billion in capital.
Over the past 11 years, the CED has offered the very successful FastTracTech Program, developed by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation of KansasCity, to entrepreneurs, specifically in the Tech sector. The course utilizesexpert guest speakers and panelists from the entrepreneurial, corporate,angel, venture capital, legal, and financial communities.
"I believe this program can teach critical lessons while improving theskills and talent of the entrepreneur. Often success can be accomplished bymeeting a mentor, being introduced to a potential partner, understanding cashflow management, and preparing the perfect pitch to raise capital. TheFastTrac(R) TechVenture(TM) Program was designed to help the entrepreneur tosuccessfully pursue these goals," states Larry Steffann Managing PartnerWorldwide Ventures LLC www.wwvllc.com and Vice President of the SFTA.
If you wish to signup please go http://www.cednc.org/ or contact DhruvPatel dpatel@cednc.org as well as The SFTA @ http://www.southfloridatech.org/or contact Jackie Fernandez jackie@southfloridatech.org
About the SFTA
With over 11 years of leadership as the most effective regional technologyorganization, the South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes thegrowth, success and awareness of the vibrant South Florida technologycommunity. SFTA fosters an exciting network of companies, academia, capitalresources, and government for the immediate and future success of technology-related interests in our region. http://www.southfloridatech.org/
About the CED
The Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) is a private, non-profitorganization founded in 1984 to identify, enable and promote high-growth,high-impact companies and accelerate the region's entrepreneurial culture.Headquartered in the Research Triangle Park, CED is the oldest and largestentrepreneurial support organization in the nation with more than 5,000 activemembers representing over 1,100 companies. CED provides know-how, networking,mentoring and capital formation resources to new and existing high-growthentrepreneurs through more than 150 annual conferences, forums, workshops,programs and through publications and web-based resources. CED has helpedentrepreneurs, investors, service partners, academicians, researchers andpublic policy makers in diverse emerging industries and at all stages ofdevelopment - from high-tech, production-based organizations to servicecompanies, from one-person start-ups to 1000-person businesses. www.cednc.org
This 10-week program is designed specifically to develop an elevator pitch, executive summary and a business plan.
Starting June 17, 2008 - the FastTrac(R) TechVenture(TM) Program will beoffered in Research Triangle Park (RTP) and independently in South Florida. This course has mentored and worked with over 850 entrepreneurs and companies-- raising over $1 billion in capital.
Over the past 11 years, the CED has offered the very successful FastTracTech Program, developed by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation of KansasCity, to entrepreneurs, specifically in the Tech sector. The course utilizesexpert guest speakers and panelists from the entrepreneurial, corporate,angel, venture capital, legal, and financial communities.
"I believe this program can teach critical lessons while improving theskills and talent of the entrepreneur. Often success can be accomplished bymeeting a mentor, being introduced to a potential partner, understanding cashflow management, and preparing the perfect pitch to raise capital. TheFastTrac(R) TechVenture(TM) Program was designed to help the entrepreneur tosuccessfully pursue these goals," states Larry Steffann Managing PartnerWorldwide Ventures LLC www.wwvllc.com and Vice President of the SFTA.
If you wish to signup please go http://www.cednc.org/ or contact DhruvPatel dpatel@cednc.org as well as The SFTA @ http://www.southfloridatech.org/or contact Jackie Fernandez jackie@southfloridatech.org
About the SFTA
With over 11 years of leadership as the most effective regional technologyorganization, the South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes thegrowth, success and awareness of the vibrant South Florida technologycommunity. SFTA fosters an exciting network of companies, academia, capitalresources, and government for the immediate and future success of technology-related interests in our region. http://www.southfloridatech.org/
About the CED
The Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) is a private, non-profitorganization founded in 1984 to identify, enable and promote high-growth,high-impact companies and accelerate the region's entrepreneurial culture.Headquartered in the Research Triangle Park, CED is the oldest and largestentrepreneurial support organization in the nation with more than 5,000 activemembers representing over 1,100 companies. CED provides know-how, networking,mentoring and capital formation resources to new and existing high-growthentrepreneurs through more than 150 annual conferences, forums, workshops,programs and through publications and web-based resources. CED has helpedentrepreneurs, investors, service partners, academicians, researchers andpublic policy makers in diverse emerging industries and at all stages ofdevelopment - from high-tech, production-based organizations to servicecompanies, from one-person start-ups to 1000-person businesses. www.cednc.org
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Our May 22 Event
What a great program! The title was "Web 2.0: Ten Trends Defining the New Internet featuring Jay Berkowitz of TenGoldenRules.com".
Jay Berkowitz, from what I have grown to understand, is a bit of a local celebrity. I had heard his name from time to time, but had never had the chance to hear him or work with him.
Ten Golden Rules is B2B internet marketing agency with a wide array of internet advertising and marketing consulting services to help small, medium and large businesses get qualified traffic to their websites. Jay preaches the value of website optimization and harnessing the power of the web search engines i.e. Google.
I am still receiving such positive feedback from our members and guests who attended that evening on what value they walked away with.
With 57 people in attendance, I saw that the networking was valuable, as well!
Our SFTA Program Manager for this event was Alan Sujovolsky and did an outstanding job of pulling it all together for us!
The event was sponsored by ISN Telecom and our give aways were provided by NIA Technology and South Florida Business Journal, all of whom are SFTA members.
Jay Berkowitz, from what I have grown to understand, is a bit of a local celebrity. I had heard his name from time to time, but had never had the chance to hear him or work with him.
Ten Golden Rules is B2B internet marketing agency with a wide array of internet advertising and marketing consulting services to help small, medium and large businesses get qualified traffic to their websites. Jay preaches the value of website optimization and harnessing the power of the web search engines i.e. Google.
I am still receiving such positive feedback from our members and guests who attended that evening on what value they walked away with.
With 57 people in attendance, I saw that the networking was valuable, as well!
Our SFTA Program Manager for this event was Alan Sujovolsky and did an outstanding job of pulling it all together for us!
The event was sponsored by ISN Telecom and our give aways were provided by NIA Technology and South Florida Business Journal, all of whom are SFTA members.
Saturday, May 24, 2008
First Post
Ok...I just started this blog. I think of all these things I want to say about the South Florida Technology Alliance and I run out of places to share it all. So, I started this blog to "share" it all
:-)
The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes the growth, success and awareness of the vibrant South Florida technology community.
Our focus is to foster an exciting network of companies, academia, capital resources, and government for the immediate and future success of technology-related interests in our region.
We strive to provide to our members and the region with:
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The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes the growth, success and awareness of the vibrant South Florida technology community.
Our focus is to foster an exciting network of companies, academia, capital resources, and government for the immediate and future success of technology-related interests in our region.
We strive to provide to our members and the region with:
*A vibrant network of companies, leaders and institutions
*A strong network of technology partners, regionally, nationally and globally
*Entrepuer resources and exit opportunities
*Statewide & global awareness of the South Florida Technology Community
*Influence within government and other policy making bodies to support the growth, attractiveness and health of the South Florida Technology Community.
*Strong, collaborative relationships between technology companies and the academic community
Through our membership, an active board and committees, the SFTA delivers the following programs and benefits:
*Business networking for C-level executives and management via monthly programs and special events
*Access to global and national technology partnerships
*Expert technology business information at monthly events
*Collaboration with other technology-related organizations in the region
*Support for business growth through entrepreneurship education and connections to capital resources
*Regular newsletters, and advising on legislative initiatives that impact technology business growth
*Building recognition of our local tech community as an economic force in the state through partnerships that lobby in Tallahassee
*Partnering companies with universities to connect graduates with employment opportunities and retain talent in the region
*A forum for building awareness of technology-related business and initiatives
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