Member Privileges

One statewide voice for technology.  A whole world of value.

NCTA is active throughout the year offering high level executive engagement activities, advocating on behalf of the technology industry and working on initiatives to develop a world-class knowledge workforce in North Carolina.

The North Carolina Technology Association (NCTA) is the primary voice for technology companies of all sizes in North Carolina.  Our membership is active, engaged, influential - and heard.  Member privileges include access to North Carolina's corporate leaders, premier networking, educational events, a strong unified voice at the state legislature and in Washington, D.C., interactive peer groups, discounts on valuable affinity business services, and multiple avenues for unparalleled access to potential customers.  NCTA continually listens to our members and responds with new advantages for added value.

Access to Decision Makers

Industry Leaders

Meet leaders in the Technology industry and tap into the impressive network of the NCTA membership. Gain access to cutting edge information on business topics and technology trends at NCTA events.  There are numerous opportunities to hear from global leaders and industry experts in both large settings and intimate roundtables.  NCTA also offers countless ways to promote your company in front of our unparalleled audience.

Prospective Business Clients

NCTA promotes doing business with NCTA members. Active involvement provides you with numerous opportunities for market expansion and business linkages.  We provide cost effective networking opportunities for members to learn about and interact with prospective clients, customers and business partners.  Our members can search by industry and contact fellow members through an online member directory.  We encourage our members to provide expertise on a wide range of business topics through our online member-created library, a great avenue for information share and exposure.

Public Officials and Legislators

NCTA provides members access to state and federal legislative leaders drafting bills that will affect the technology industry in North Carolina. Our Government Affairs committee develops a legislative agenda each year representing the collective voice of NCTA. Through the Information Technology Roundtable, member companies get the latest information from state leaders and procurement officials about doing business with the state of North Carolina. By participating in our National Leaders Symposium each September, members gain valuable information from and access to federal officials from various agencies.

Access to Privileges

New Member Lunch (New in 2008)

At the New Member Lunch, new members informally share information about their business, network and discuss technology trends in North Carolina with NCTA and fellow members.

Monthly IT Job Trends Report (New in 2008)

NCTA's monthly IT Job Trends Report for North Carolina highlights IT job market statistics, provides a brief analysis and comparison to national trends and features top skills in demand.  This is an information edge you will value.

Online Member Directory (New in 2008)
NCTA will launch a searchable Online Member Directory to allow members easy access to contact fellow members and research companies and potential business partners in North Carolina. Members can search by several identifiers from organization type to geographic location.  Profiles will include corporate contact information and descriptions.

Online Library of Business Articles and White Papers (New in 2008)

NCTA will launch a member-created Online Library of Business Articles and White Papers covering a wide range of business topics.  This library will serve as a portal for professional development and information sharing as an added benefit of membership and to highlight experts within our membership.

Access to Information
Communication and Connectivity

Above all, NCTA represents your voice... your business... your ideas.  We're expanding our website to provide more communications services than ever before to connect you with NCTA events, networking and knowledge. Stay tuned for expanded online resources that will include an online member directory, profiles of technology leaders, corporate profiles, an interactive calendar of events, IT Job statistics, an online library of business articles and online event registration. A refreshed e-newsletter will highlight news from members and upcoming NCTA happenings.

Access to Discounts and Special Offers

Affinity Programs

Access the value of group buying.  As an NCTA member, you receive exclusive offers and discounts from leading business and service providers. Members who take advantage of these programs save money and receive special offers.  New programs are always under development.  If you have suggestions for new programs that would benefit our members, please let us know.

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For More Information

We encourage you to take full advantage of your membership and be an active participant.  To learn more about ways that your company can benefit from membership within NCTA and how you and your colleagues can get engaged, please contact:

Michelle Calton, Vice President of Membership

919.856.0393 ext. 223 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it