Colorado Technology Association

It’s Election Day! 🗳️ Colorado, this is your chance to make your voice heard. Every vote counts in shaping our future, especially on issues that impact our tech community and beyond. Let’s get out the vote!

🏆 Help us recognize the groundbreaking innovators in Colorado tech! The APEX Awards celebrate leaders who drive our industry forward. Nominate an Emerging Tech Company that’s made significant contributions, showing passion for technology, impactful growth, and a commitment to excellence in their field. Check out the 2024 winner Atom Computing here: https://bit.ly/4eeCXux Know an inspiring entrepreneur leading the way in tech? The Colorado Entrepreneur Excellence leader has not only started and grown a tech business here but also tackled challenges with a vision for solving real-world problems.  Check out 2024 winner James Martin here: https://bit.ly/3YwInuS Submit your nominations by Nov. 15: https://bit.ly/4dyPUyZ

Excited to announce our amazing lineup for the December Womenar: Veteran Women Leading in Cybersecurity! Join us to hear from these trailblazing women who will share their journeys, insights, and leadership lessons. JoAnn Gerena. Latrael H., Karla Rivas, Jaidie V.  RSVP now: https://bit.ly/40y544P

We were thrilled to join the HMG Strategy Denver C-Level Technology Leadership Summit yesterday! Our CEO, Brittany Morris Saunders, delivered updates on Colorado Technology Association’s mission, vision, and what’s on the horizon for Colorado’s tech landscape. Big thanks to HMG Strategy for bringing together Denver's IT leaders and hosting such a valuable event! Karli Simon from our team had a fantastic time attending and connecting with so many leaders in tech. Looking forward to many more moments like these, building stronger tech communities together!

 🎉 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for our Tech Talent Denver October meeting, where we explored the State of Hiring Tech Talent, shared insights on navigating today’s competitive landscape and learned what was new for our Talent Denver Resource Hub.  Thank you to our Tech Talent Denver Co-Chairs: Rolf Kramer of Akkodis and Sarah Herzog of Ardent Mills.   Special thanks to our incredible speakers, Atilla Tinic, DISH Network, Renise Walker Colorado Workforce Development Council, Cathie Wilson, and our moderator, Ross Gothelf, Denver Economic Development & Opportunity. We’re also grateful to University College at University of Denver for hosting this impactful event! Together, we’re building a stronger tech workforce and creating new opportunities for growth in Colorado. 

🚨  Only TWO WEEKS left to secure your spot for the November Insights Series! In today’s competitive tech world, keeping top talent is more critical than ever. Join us Thursday, November 14th to learn actionable strategies to not only attract and retain talent but also build a thriving, engaged workforce that drives growth and innovation. You'll gain insights into defining attraction, retention, and engagement strategies, crafting an employer value proposition, and empowering employees at every level to shape a positive workplace culture—all while exploring the latest themes shaping today’s talent market. Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to learn from industry leaders Brett Addis, Veena Bricker, Sarah Herzog and Christian Winward. Register now: https://bit.ly/4ds9uNd

After 8 years with Colorado Technology Association, this week we wish farewell to our incredible COO, Monica (Coughlin) Stitt. Monica’s leadership has been instrumental in making CTA a strong force in Colorado’s tech community. We're so grateful for her dedication and excited to see what lies ahead in her journey. Thank you, Monica, for everything you’ve done to shape this organization and strengthen the Colorado tech ecosystem! 

This year, CTA's Young Professionals (YoPro) Board proudly launched our inaugural YoPro Board Mentorship Program, where YoPro Board members were paired with mentors from CTA's Board of Directors for a six-month journey of growth and learning. On Wednesday, we celebrated the program's success with a special closing event at Moss Adams' offices. A heartfelt thank you to both our YoPro Board members and the Board of Directors for their time, commitment, and dedication in making this first-ever program such a meaningful experience! Ben Agatston, JD, MPH, CIPM, Jen Atencio, MBA, Ciera Blehm, Michelle Carr, Ashley Cooper , Esther Friend, Pierson Grider - JD, CIPP US/E, CIPM, CIPT, Yomi Olufowoshe, Annette Quintana, Rob Reynolds, Monica Walton, Kallianne Watson, Philip Winterburn, Taylor Wicke

Mark your calendars for December Womenar: Veteran Women Leading in Cybersecurity! We will hear about the incredible journeys of women veterans who have successfully transitioned from military service to thriving careers in tech and cybersecurity. This event will shine a spotlight on their achievements, challenges and the unique skills they bring to the tech industry. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/40y544P

The APEX Awards celebrate Colorado’s thriving tech community, recognizing outstanding leaders, companies, and innovators who drive our industry forward. Do you know someone who deserves recognition for CIO of the Year? This outstanding Chief Information Officer has demonstrated considerable ingenuity in leading an IT team and implementing technology projects that significantly improve their organization’s effectiveness.  🏆 Check out last year's winner Brandi Vandegriff (Alchemer):  https://bit.ly/409tIbD Nominate your 2025 CIO of the Year by November 15:  https://bit.ly/4dyPUyZ