With eight years as the president of Technology Association of Iowa behind him as well as past roles at Iowa Economic Development Authority and the Des Moines Downtown Chamber of Commerce, Brian Waller is well known as a leader in the Des Moines business community. After talking with us about the 25th anniversary of TAI, […]
President Brian Waller speaks on association’s past, present and future When the Technology Association of Iowa was founded in 1997, the U.S. was nearing the peak of the dot-com bubble and a burgeoning industry of software development and information technology was emerging in Iowa. The state agency then called the Department of Economic Development founded […]
The Technology Association of Iowa announced Jan. 26 that Laura Smith, chief information officer at UnityPoint Health Systems, will serve as chair of the board of directors in 2022. TAI’s three new board members are Michelle Bates, chief innovation officer at Revology Inc., Jason Katcher, vice president and chief information officer at ITA Group Inc., […]
The Technology Association of Iowa hosted its Catalysts Live event Tuesday in Des Moines where seven technology leaders shared their stories and recommendations for improving diversity, equity and inclusion in Iowa’s technology sector. The event was the culmination of a series of interviews with each Catalyst published throughout 2021. TAI started the Catalyst initiative in 2018 […]
The Technology Association of Iowa has opened nominations for the Computer Science Educator of the Year Prometheus award in honor of Computer Science Education Week. The new award was announced at the 2021 Prometheus Awards event in November. The winning educator will receive $6,000 from TAI, and the other four finalists will each receive $1,000. Learn […]
The Technology Association of Iowa is accepting applications for speakers at the 2022 Iowa Technology Summit scheduled for April 11-12. Professionals who have real-world experience using technology to solve common problems are encouraged to apply. Tentative topics will include cybersecurity and leadership, and applicants can suggest others. The application deadline is Jan. 26. Learn more and […]
The Technology Association of Iowa released Wednesday the following legislative priorities for 2022: Connectivity: Facilitate high-performance internet connectivity using the best available technologies for all Iowans. Education access: Support programs, such as Future Ready Iowa, that connect Iowans to the training and education required for good-paying jobs and careers to improve people’s lives. IEDA funding: […]
After a virtual Prometheus awards last year, Technology Association of Iowa’s annual event is back in person tonight. As well as recognizing individual companies, startups and people for their achievements, one community will receive the award of Tech Community of the Year for its work bringing businesses, residents and local government to the table for […]
After a virtual Prometheus awards last year, Technology Association of Iowa’s annual event is back in person tonight. As well as recognizing individual companies, startups and people for their achievements, one community will receive the award of Tech Community of the Year for its work bringing businesses, residents and local government to the table for […]
After a virtual Prometheus awards last year, Technology Association of Iowa’s annual event is back in person tonight. As well as recognizing individual companies, startups and people for their achievements, one community will receive the award of Tech Community of the Year for its work bringing businesses, residents and local government to the table for […]