Events 

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Events Overview:  NCTA offers a portfolio of events that provides value to the tech community.  Wherther you are looking for business development for your company, peer networking, professional development or industry knowledge, NCTA's signature events and series will have something for you.

Learn More:  You can click on each event logo/title to visit its web page and learn more about the individual event.

Calendar:  CLICK TO VIEW NCTA'S CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Contact:  To inquire about sponsorship or ask questions about an event, Email Marc Montoro or call 919.890.0773.

 


Signature Events:  NCTA's Signature Events occur annually and host between 150 for our Golf Tournament to as high as 800+ attendees to our annual NCTA 21 Awards Gala.

Outlook for IT

Open to all North Carolina leaders, this annual event is attended by several hundred people from across sectors (business, government, nonprofit, education).  Featured luncheon speaker Michael Smith, VP of Research for Gartner, will highlight:  IT spending trends; Top 10 CEO and CIO issues; Emerging issues in management of the IT enterprise; and what emerging technology will impact business in the near term.



State of Tech

Explores how technology is driving smart decisions that that enhance performance and the bottom line.  It is kicked off with a Pre-Conference Cocktail held on April 12.  This conference features business-relevant speakers, exhibit opportunities and networking for North Carolina’s executives.


Golf

Business and technology leaders throughout the region gather for an exciting day of networking fun at one of North Carolina’s premier golf courses.  This captain’s choice format is suitable for players of all skill levels.  The tournament includes breakfast, lunch and prizes awarded at the “19th Hole” reception.


Leadership Conference

The Leadership Conference is hosted by the NCTA Board of Directors is our annual member and invitation only event that brings together the highest echelon of technology leaders to explore industry trends.  This conference provides a more personal setting for our members to discuss cutting edge issues and network with key decision makers.  Attendance is limited.


ThinkTech

An annual technology forum that brings together top executives to highlight how technology drives business.  This one day conference features premier speakers, exhibit opportunities and networking with senior level executives from across the state.


21 Awards

North Carolina’s most prestigious statewide awards technology program, recognizing companies and individuals who have characterized excellence, innovation and leadership in 21 categories.  The awards process culminates in the NCTA 21 Awards Gala in November where 800+ leaders from across the state gather to celebrate the tech sector and learn who the winners are in each category.  The event includes a reception and dinner followed by the awards ceremony.



 


 Series Events:  NCTA's Series Events occur periodically throughout the year and focus on Business and IT topics.  Typically each event hosts between 50 to 150 attendees.

ET&T

The Emerging Tech & Trends series is designed to provide a forum where technology executives can combine professional development and networking.   Each event will explore new technologies and trends that are impacting the development of North Carolina’s economy and will feature an interactive panel of subject matter experts speaking on a dedicated topic.  Sessions will be held in Charlotte, Research Triangle Park and the Triad.


Thought Leaders

NCTA’s Thought Leaders Series is a forum for executives to be informed and inspired on how to be a more effective professional leader.  This series will feature candid discussions with top technology and business leaders; leading journalists; motivational speakers; and scholarly thought leaders.  Meetings schedule to be determined.


Techworking

NCTA's latest addition to the North Carolina tech community. An informal gathering to bring together NCTA members and the North Carolina tech community at large.


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