Technology Association of Iowa Events http://www.technologyiowa.org The Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) is the premier membership organization in Iowa fueling the growth and prosperity of the state's tech industry. en-us Copyright 2009 Technology Association of Iowa. All rights reserved. info@technologyiowa.org info@technologyiowa.org Tue, 04 Aug 2009 22:12:55 +0000 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 22:12:55 +0000 Global Reach News Aggregator v0.95 60 2009 TAI / Corporate Contracts Celebrity CxOpen - 09/18/2009 at Legacy Golf Club, Norwalk http://www.technologyiowa.org/events/event.cfm?eventid=169 Wed, 27 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 TAI Events http://www.technologyiowa.org/events/event.cfm?eventid=169 Please join us for the 2009 TAI / Corporate Contracts Celebrity CxOpen at the Legacy Golf Club on Friday, September 18, 2009. 


Who:
Business and Technology Leaders from across Iowa


What:
The TAI / Corporate Contracts Celebrity CxOpen is an opportunity for business and technology leaders to gather for an exciting day of golf, networking and business development in the serene setting of the Legacy Golf Club.

This year's honorary celebrities include industry CxOs who will participate in a panel discussion over the lunch hour:

Lane Arthur, Pioneer Hi-Bred
Eric Engelmann, Geonetric
Dan Greteman, Nationwide
Tom Greteman, Wells Fargo
Rick Hindman, Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Mike Matthes, City of Des Moines
Brian Naaden, Iowa Telecom
Randy Remington, Bankers Trust Company
Denis Roy, Wellmark
Gary Scholten, Principal Financial Group

When:
Friday, September 18, 2009

11 am  |  Registration and Outdoor Barbeque Lunch
12 pm  |  CxO Panel Discussion: Current Trends, Challenges and Opportunities
1:15 pm  |  Shotgun (Scramble Format)

An awards presentation will follow the afternoon round of golf!


Where:
Legacy Golf Club, Norwalk


Benefits:
Networking in a social environment
Prizes and golf gear
Awards and contests
Drinks, food and greens fees included


Cost:

$500 for TAI Members  |  $600 for Non-Members


Additional Details:
Sponsorship Opportunities
Information on the Legacy Golf Club
Map and Directions

]]> info@technologyiowa.org (Technology Association of Iowa) http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TAIEvents/~3/WSJKnxZLqts/event.cfmhttp://www.technologyiowa.org/events/event.cfm?eventid=169 Iowa Venture Capital and Entrepreneur Conference - 10/06/2009 at http://www.technologyiowa.org/events/event.cfm?eventid=177 Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0000 TAI Events http://www.technologyiowa.org/events/event.cfm?eventid=177 Iowa Venture Capital and Entrepreneur Conference/Iowa Venture Forum
October 6-7, 2009
HyVee Hall, Des Moines, IA
 
Iowa’s premier event for entrepreneurs and investors. Meet Iowa’s leading innovators; learn the latest trends and skills in entrepreneurship.
 
HIGHLIGHTS
 
October 6, 2009 – Iowa Venture Capital & Entrepreneur Conference
 
• Featured speakers include Iowa natives Ted Roth, Roth Capital Partners and Duane Roth, CONNECT
• Financial Academy
• Free Professional Advice
• Workshop topics include social media, transitioning to entrepreneurship and where’s the money
• Iowa Business Plan Competition
 
October 7, 2009 – Iowa Venture Forum
 
Select Iowa companies will present to investors at the Iowa Venture Forum.
 
• See Iowa’s most promising companies make their pitch to leading investors
• Hear feedback from venture capitalists in real-time
• Network with angels, seed and early-stage investors and venture capitalists

Businesses seeking investors may apply online to make presentations at www.angelsoft.net/apply/ien

Conference updates will be available online at www.iowalifechanging.com/register

Sponsorship opportunities for this conference are available. Please contact venturecapital@iowalifechanging.com for benefits and information or visit www.iowalifechanging.com/register

Want to receive electronic updates on the conference?  Send your contact information and Email address to venturecapital@iowalifechanging.com

Hosted by:

Iowa Department of Economic Development; Iowa Fund of Funds; Iowa John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Centers; Equity Dynamics; Iowa Small Business Advisory Council; Iowa Small Business Development Centers; Iowa Farm Bureau Federation; Iowa Bankers Association; Entrepreneurial Development Center, Inc.; Sandage Center for the Study of Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship—Graceland University and 25 Connections]]> info@technologyiowa.org (Technology Association of Iowa) http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TAIEvents/~3/t4JgyzPyzrQ/event.cfmhttp://www.technologyiowa.org/events/event.cfm?eventid=177 2009 Iowa Women of Innovation - 11/10/2009 at Prairie Meadows Convention Center, Altoona http://www.technologyiowa.org/events/event.cfm?eventid=171 Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 TAI Events http://www.technologyiowa.org/events/event.cfm?eventid=171 On Tuesday, November 10, 2009, the Technology Association of Iowa will present the second annual Iowa Women of Innovation, an event that elevates and celebrates today’s extraordinary women.  The evening will be dedicated to recognizing women in the workforce who are leaders in technology, science and engineering. Students at both the high school and college level will also be recognized. 

Event details:

  • Location: Prairie Meadows Convention Center, 1 Prairie Meadows Drive in Altoona, Iowa
  • 5:00 - 6:00: VIP Reception with Live Entertainment
  • 6:00 - 7:00: Dinner and Keynote Presentation
  • 7:00 - 8:00: Awards Presentation

This event raises awareness of career opportunities for women in the areas of science, technology and innovation.  The evening is dedicated to enlightening the general public of the extraordinarily talented female leaders we have in Iowa today and plant the seeds for others to follow.

Nominations will be open to women in the technology, science and engineering communities, in business or academia, and employed in Iowa.  Each nominee must meet the basic definition of the award category for which she is nominated.  In addition to meeting the specified guidelines, the following criteria will be considered in evaluating nominees:

  • Has created a culture of innovation
  • Demonstrates leadership
  • Has positively impacted her school, business, community, the state of Iowa or beyond through her innovation, creativity, problem-solving ability and leadership

The nomination period for the 2009 Iowa Women of Innovation event will be open from August 17 through September 28. 

Individuals can self-nominate and/or submit multiple nominations for the following award categories:

  • Research Innovation and Leadership
  • Academic Innovation and Leadership (Secondary)
  • Academic Innovation and Leadership (Post-Secondary)
  • Entrepreneurial Innovation and Leadership
  • Large Company/Government Agency Innovation and Leadership
  • Small Business Innovation and Leadership
  • Collegian Innovation and Leadership (winner will receive $2,500 scholarship)
  • Youth Innovation and Leadership (winner will receive $2,500 scholarship)
]]> info@technologyiowa.org (Technology Association of Iowa) http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TAIEvents/~3/wVr-9qxUUcY/event.cfmhttp://www.technologyiowa.org/events/event.cfm?eventid=171 Green IT Symposium & Expo - 05/05/2010 at Prairie Meadows Convention Center, Altoona http://www.technologyiowa.org/events/event.cfm?eventid=172 Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 TAI Events http://www.technologyiowa.org/events/event.cfm?eventid=172 The Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) in collaboration with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will present a premier Green IT conference on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at the Prairie Meadows Convention Center in Altoona. 

The conference will feature prominent national experts from the public and private sectors, as well as multiple tracks for best practices, vendor products and services, conservation, R&D, best-in-class collaborations, etc.

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