From Paper to Prod in 1 Business Day: Working with OS Foundation Models When a new state-of-the-art open-source foundation model is released, the hype is instant. But how do you deploy and evaluate new models quickly? This talk breaks down the exact process my team and I use to put...
Women in Technology Lunch & Learn: Women in Technology Leadership This first-time event hosted by Co-op Solutions will bring professionals together to network, enjoy lunch, and hear from our own Pam Brodsack, SVP of Technology Delivery, on the topic of Women in Technology Leadership as we focus on uplifting women...
Women in Security Luncheon, Hosted by Principal & Secure Code Warrior From drained and depleted to soul-fulfilling work - Simple strategies to go from burnout to purpose at work With 2 in 5 desk-based workers suffering from burnout at work, we would like to invite you to a luncheon hosted...
Join us on Thursday, September 28th, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. to officially kick off Cybersecurity Action Month! Enjoy drinks, appetizers, and networking at Big Grove Brewery & Taproom in Iowa City. RSVP for Free Today! Stay tuned for other Cybersecurity Action Month events.
Join us for the Q3 CISO Roundtable. Discussion topic and roundtable moderator information will be available soon. TAI CISO Roundtable is designed to facilitate discussion, shared successes, challenges and ideas with fellow C-level security practitioners from across Iowa. Interested in joining the startup roundtable? Submit your interest below. Click Here...
Secure Iowa Conference Heartland Business Systems proudly announces the return of the Secure Iowa Conference, a day of networking and continuing education in information security, IT risk management, compliance and privacy. Now in its eleventh year, the conference delivers a unique opportunity for business leaders and security, privacy and audit...
Cyber Incident Response Program: Preparing Organizations for Crisis In an era where digital threats loom large and cybersecurity breaches are becoming increasingly common, the Iowa Office of the Chief Information Officer is proud to present our upcoming webinar: "Cyber Incident Response Program: Preparing Organizations for Crisis." Join us for this...
2023 CBAN Digital Equity Working Group Summit Join us at Prairie Meadows in Salons 1-3 for a lively and actionable afternoon as we work together to establish a shared vision around digital equity in Central Iowa. In August 2023, the Community Broadband Action Network convened a group of Central Iowa...
Lessons Learned from 30 Years of Fighting Cybercrime Retired FBI Special Agent and Cybersecurity Author Scott Augenbaum has spent over 30 years investigating and responding to cybercrime. In this session, Scott will share his firsthand experiences of dealing with thousands of cybercrime victims and how organizations of sizes - can...
TAI's Workforce and Education Committee focuses on the challenges and paths to success related to talent development, recruitment, retention, and technology education to build awareness and pursue solutions to support a robust talent pipeline which is critical to the growth and success of Iowa's tech industry. TAI's Workforce and Education...
Join us for a coffee, networking, and a tech discussion at West End Architectural Salvage. This month's featured guest is Wendy Batchelder, Chief Data Officer at Salesforce. Be sure to RSVP below!
Hack vs. Defend: The Pen Tester's Perspective Join RSM US LLP for our 'Hack vs. Defense: The Pen Tester's Perspective' webinar as we dissect actual cyber breaches, revealing the tactics used and the preventive measures that could have thwarted them. Gain actionable insights to enhance your organization's cybersecurity. Register Now...
Iowa Tech Connect Meet-Ups will provide an opportunity for the Iowa Tech Connect cohort and other early-career technology professionals to expand their community. *This event is invite-only for cohort members and guests. Those interested in attending the event can contact Jessica Erickson for more information. → Interested in joining the...
Moral AI Overlords: Why Philosophy Matters to Programmers AI is already revolutionizing how we interact with technology, but is it being ethical, and how will poorly implemented AI impact the public and negatively affect your reputation? In this session, Jeremiah will give a brief overview of what morals & ethics...
Join TAI and Involta on Thursday, October 19th, at the recently opened Field Day Brewing Co. in North Liberty for an evening of food, drinks, and socializing with fellow Iowa tech professionals. Be sure to RSVP for free below!
TAI's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee focuses on purpose-driven DEI initiatives that advocate for and support a diverse and equitable technology industry that is inclusive and welcomes all Iowan's to participate in Iowa's innovation economy. The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee meets monthly (virtually) and is open to all...
Turbocharging Security Through Identity Join us for a webinar hosted by Okta, where we delve into the dynamic world of identity-driven security and explore how it can supercharge your organization's overall security posture. Register Now Presented by Okta
Stop Attacks From Spreading via Lateral Movement If you’re a cybersecurity leader looking for better network segmentation to defend your organization against ransomware and lateral movement, please join Torus Technologies, Inc. for this webinar. In it, we’ll look at why lateral movement is one of the most basic and common...
Join us for the Q4 Data Governance Roundtable. Discussion topic and roundtable moderator information will be available soon. TAI Data Governance Roundtable is designed to facilitate discussion on shared perspectives on the data space including successes, challenges, strategy and more. Interested in joining the Data Governance Roundtable? Submit your interest...
​​DEI Spotlight Series - Disability Employment Awareness Building Awareness of Disability Access & Accommodation October marks National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) to honor and celebrate the valuable contributions of workers with disabilities. To honor NDEAM, join the TAI Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee on Thursday, October 26, 2023, from...
Empowering the Connected Workforce: Unleashing the Potential of 5G Remote work is essential to how business gets done today. 5G laptops make it easier, giving your team seamless connectivity from virtually anywhere. • Business cyberattacks target remote workers, leading to data security breaches within the organization. • Sales teams can...
Breaking Down the Cybersecurity Buzz As threat landscapes evolve, so does the demand for network and security technologies. Meanwhile, industry buzz around terms like ZTNA, AI, and XDR are crucial to follow, but it can be difficult for IT teams to keep up with. During this afternoon session, ICN CIO...
The Iowa Technology Leadership Institute (ITLI) Alumni Network will gather for their quarterly meeting to continue business development & connect with ITLI peers & industry executives. Quarterly meetings will include an industry speaker, peer-to-peer learning, and networking. Alumni interested in attending the event can contact Jessica Erickson for more information....
The 2023 Prometheus Awards unites innovators and leaders from technology, business, education, and government to celebrate the year's most momentous achievements. Join us for the most prestigious recognition for Iowa’s technology industry. Register Here for the 2023 Prometheus Awards Thank you for the generous support of our presenting sponsor, UHY....
Global Day of Coderetreat: Des Moines Global Day of Coderetreat is a full-day event for practicing software development with events held around the world (https://www.coderetreat.org). Away from the pressures of ‘getting things done’, developers focus on and develop specific aspects of how they build code to explore good software development...
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