EVENTS & INITIATIVES
Happenings To Help You Grow.
From educational roundtable events to social networking events to our annual Tech 50 Awards ceremony, the Council programs more than 100 events each year. Only the PTC provides you with the opportunity to rub elbows with the best and brightest in southwestern Pennsylvania’s tech industry.
Featured Events:
Open Innovation Summit
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Pittsburgh Technology Council, 2000 Technology Drive, Suite 100 (First Floor) Pittsburgh 15219
Using Open Innovation and Design Driven Innovation to Create Radical Innovation
Without the ability to innovate quickly and often your company will be left behind. That is why the Pittsburgh Technology Council and 113 Industries partnered to offer the Open Innovation Summit, a one-day training event focused on learning how open innovation techniques and big data analytics can create radical innovation at your company.
Companies can no longer rely solely on internal sources for unique ideas and breakthroughs. The new environment of R&D replaces the logic of an earlier era, where innovation was closed off from outside ideas and technologies. In addition, the ability to gather, analyze and use the unprecedented amounts of data available today to guide decision making is opening whole new possibilities for innovation.
The goal of the session is to identify the sources of innovative success and failure inside corporations, and how companies can use open innovation and big data analytics to develop and sustain a capability to innovate.
More information on the speakers and event can be found at:
http://www.pghtech.org/events/open-innovation.aspx
Angel Resource Institute: Due Diligence
Thursday, May 23, 2013
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, 301 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Please note date change from May 14 to May 23.
In conjunction with the Angel Resource Institute (ARI), co-founded by the Kauffman Foundation and multiple angel investment groups, the Pittsburgh Technology Council is hosting this interactive half-day seminar.
Understanding how to prepare for and perform due diligence on a company is one of the most important pieces of executing a successful early stage equity deal.
Angel Groups and Investors that have a strong due diligence process are better positioned to increase returns. In fact, the Kauffman Foundation report, “Returns of Angels in Groups,” found that there is a direct correlation between the more time investors spend on due diligence and an increased rate of return on their investments.
In our half-day course Due Diligence, we will teach you the fundamentals of how to prepare for, set up and execute a solid due diligence process in an interactive classroom-style setting taught by ARI’s renowned faculty of certified lead instructors.
Angel Groups and Investors that have a solid due diligence process are also better able to validate investment opportunities while learning to avoid being fooled. They gain greater confidence in their ability to execute deals because they learn to minimize hidden risk in the companies they evaluate.
Entrepreneurs that understand how to conduct due diligence save time and money. Most entrepreneurs seeking equity investment will be required to supply their potential investors with a lot of information, data and paperwork. If you are not prepared it can be a painstaking process. Knowing what investors expect in order to gain confidence in a deal will give you an edge on securing a good deal and, more importantly, allow you to better focus on growing your business.
Startup Support Professionals can increase the value of their services to clients and constituencies when they can more effectively advise them on the due diligence process. Professionals such as incubator managers, economic development staff, and university personnel, all have important roles in growing successful companies. The more knowledge you can transfer the better positioned for success your clients will be.
In our half-day course Due Diligence, we will teach you the fundamentals of how to prepare for, set up and execute a solid due diligence process. We accomplish this in an interactive classroom-style setting taught by ARI’s renowned faculty of certified lead instructors. Each lead instructor has at least 10 years or more of angel investing experience, leading early stage companies and managing angel investment groups.
Event Sponsors: Alpern Rosenthal | Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney
Entrepreneur Sponsor: C-leveled
U.S.- Japan now: Economic and Global Corporate Strategies
Thursday, May 23, 2013
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: 325 6th Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
The Japan America Society of Pennsylvania (JASP), in partnership with the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh, and the Pittsburgh Technology Council are pleased to announce an upcoming briefing with the Chairman of the Hitachi America Group, Mr. Takashi Hatchoji, and Mr. Matthew Goodman, William E. Simon Chair of Political Economy at the Center for Strategic & International Studies.
Mr. Hatchoji will share Hitachi’s strategy to succeed in North America and will offer his insights about Hitachi’s perspectives on the United States and global economies. Together with Mr. Goodman, Mr. Hatchoji will also discuss current political and security concerns that impact Japan and the United States.
This program was made possible through the generous support of the National Association of Japan-America Societies, the Keizai Koho Center, Keidanren, and Hitachi America, Ltd.
Space is limited. Pre-registration is required.
Deadline for registration: Thursday, May 16th, 2013
Agenda:
11:30 a.m. Registration
12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Luncheon / Presentation
RSVP: Registration is through the JASP. Please click “Register” button below to go to their site, or contact the JASP at 412-433-5021
IT Speaker Series: Information Security – Emerging Threats and Strategies to Protect Your Company
Thursday, May 30, 2013
7:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: Rivers Club, 301 Grant St, Pittsburgh, PA
Get up to speed on the latest information security trends with Alan Levin, Chief Information Security Officer for Alcoa; John Houston, Vice President, Privacy and Information Security for UPMC; Holly Ridgeway, CISO Enterprise Systems for PNC; Joe Wynn, Information Security Director for EDMC; and John Adamczak, VP of Information Security at Federated Investors. Maria Vello from the National Cyber Forensics Training Alliance (NCFTA) will kick off the event by providing a global overview of the current and emerging threats facing the business and law enforcement communities.
The panel of local information security leaders will be moderated by John Hudson, Security Practice Director at Plus Consulting. The discussion will include: current strategies that companies employ to protect their businesses from financial and reputation damage and to train their workforce on the importance of security; and the importance of public-private partnerships in preventing and responding to major threats.
This event serves as the kickoff of the Greater Pittsburgh CISO Group. Details about the group will be announced at the event.
Agenda:
7:30 a.m. Networking, Registration and Breakfast
8:10 a.m. Welcoming Remarks: Audrey Russo, President and CEO, Pittsburgh Technology Council
8:20 a.m. NCFTA Security Briefing and Organizational Overview: Maria Vello and FBI Representative
9:00 a.m. Panel Discussion moderated by Plus Consulting
9:40 a.m. Q&A
10:00 a.m. Conclusion
Series Sponsors:
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney | Comcast Business Class
Supporting sponsors:
CGI Technologies and Solutions Inc. | PLUS Consulting | UPMC Technology Development Center | Viper Network Systems | Wombat Security Technologies
Membership Meet and Greet: New and Renewing Members Welcome!
Monday, June 03, 2013
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Pittsburgh Technology Council , 2000 Technology Drive, Suite 100, Pittsburgh 15219
Join us for our monthly membership meet and greet! This event provides an opportunity for members to learn more about our current offerings and meet our staff. You will be able to introduce yourself and give a 30 second pitch about your company. Learn more about utilizing special discounts, benefits and services available only to Council members.
Seating is limited for this event, please register soon! This event open only to members in good standing.
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Strategic Talent Management Speaker Series: Mobilize Employee Performance: Strategies, Solutions, and Success
Thursday, June 06, 2013
7:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Location: Rivers Club, 301 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Join us for an engaging conversation around the concept of “going mobile” and how it fits into and integrates the way organizations and employees work. This facilitated roundtable discussion is not just about technology and learning, but also about the performance of people. The discussion will focus on sharing ideas about how to leverage technology for learning solutions, communication, and employee performance.
Some questions we will highlight include:
• What do mobile devices provide that we didn’t have before?
• What are your goals in terms of mobility?
• What’s the process you’re using to define and continually adapt your mobile strategy?
• Which device is right for your people’s performance challenges?
• How should the design of your performance support solutions change to adapt to mobile devices?
• How does mobility support autonomy?
• What challenges have you faced throughout this journey?
Moderators: TiER1 Co-Founder and Chief Learning Officer, Dr. Kevin Moore and TiER1 resident mobile learning strategy expert Dustin Shell
Presented in partnership with:
Pittsburgh Human Resources Association | HR Leadership Forum
Sponsored by:
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney | Lincoln Financial Group
Supporting Sponsor: Celerity IT
Partners:
Pittsburgh Human Resources Association
HR Leadership Forum
Sponsored By:
IT Speaker Series: Del Monte Foods - David McLain, Senior Vice President, Chief Procurement Officer & Chief Information Officer
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Sheraton Hotel Station Square, 300 W. Station Square Drive, Pgh 15219
David McLain directs ~$2.8 Billion in direct/indirect purchases, and commodity and currency hedging activities. He leads Purchasing, Co-Manufacturing, Hedging and Enterprise IT Strategy and directs long-term strategy for systems development, hardware acquisition/integration including analysis and objectives for emerging technologies. Join us as he discusses Del Monte’s current IT strategy and future implementations.
Del Monte Foods is one of the country’s largest producers, distributors and marketers of premium quality, branded pet products and food products for the U.S. retail market, generating approximately $3.7 billion in net sales in fiscal 2012. With a powerful portfolio of brands, Del Monte products are found in eight out of ten U.S. households.
Series Sponsors:
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney | Comcast Business Class
Supporting sponsors:
MCPc | CGI Technology and Solutions Inc. | UPMC Technology Development Center
Diversity Dinnerviews: Innovative Recruiting Event
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: PNC Firstside, 500 1st Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Tired of the regular job fair scene? So are we! That is what we created Dinnerviews! This one-night event provides your company with the opportunity to interview and network with some of the region’s most experienced talent from an engineering and information technology background.
Diversity Dinnerviews is a dinner-style recruiting event designed to bring together diversity focused tech companies to connect them with candidates looking for a technology job opportunity. Your company will be having dinner with diverse candidates from around the Pittsburgh region that are looking for a new job opportunity in the technology industry.
Networking and interviewing takes place over a three-course dinner. Before the event, your company will self-select candidates to have dinner with and then general networking between all candidates will take place before and after dinner. Success never tasted better! Register now, limited number of tables available.
Looking for a technology job? No cost for job-seekers. You must pre-register at http://tinyurl.com/dinnerviews and email your resumé to pghtechjobseeker@gmail.com by June 3. Space is limited!
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Explore the Floor @ Clark Testing (manufacturers only)
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
8:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Clark Testing, 1801 Route 51, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025
Clark Testing is one of two locations in the world that can simulate the force of a torpedo striking a navy ship. Clark also can simulate the effects of an earthquake of up to 12 G’s on a cabinet going into a nuclear power plant. Along with Seismic, Shock and Vibration testing, Clark also does EMC/EMI, Environmental, Analytical Chemistry, Oil and Grease Analysis, Fuels & Lubrications, NACE, and Industrial Hygiene Testing. With these vast capabilities and fascinating testing techniques for nuclear and military applications, you don’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind Explore the Floor.
NOTE:
Session is open to manufacturing firms only. The host has the right to decline competitors’ admittance. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited to 30 attendees.
Agenda:
8:15 a.m. Continental Breakfast
9:00 a.m. Program
9:30 a.m. Tours
11:00 a.m. Adjournment
AMN Network Champion:
Tucker Arensberg
Explore the Floor Sponsors:
Carbis Walker LLP | Catalyst Connection | Zoltun Design
Cost::
$45 Manufacturing Member
$175 Non-Member Manufacturer
Venture In: NewSpring Capital
Thursday, June 13, 2013
9:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Location: Pittsburgh Technology Council, 2000 Technology Drive, Suite 100 ( First Floor, Resource Room), Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Join NewSpring Capital as they discuss their fund and investment strategy. NewSpring manages more than $850 million across four distinct private equity investment strategies including:
(i) NewSpring Growth, which invests equity capital in businesses within the business services, enabling technology and information technology sectors to support growth, recapitalizations, mergers & acquisitions;
(ii) NewSpring Healthcare, which invests equity capital in businesses within the healthcare services, specialty pharmaceutical and medical technology sectors to support growth, recapitalizations, mergers & acquisitions;
(iii) NewSpring Holdings which focuses on control buyouts and platform builds across a variety of industries including business process automation, services, software and specialty manufacturing; and
(iv) NewSpring Mezzanine, partners with business owners and financial sponsors to provide mezzanine debt and equity to support growth, acquisitions and recapitalizations.
NewSpring Capital combines deep operating knowledge with financial and investing expertise to provide growing companies the financial resources, advice, network of contacts and strategic partnerships necessary to be successful. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear more about NewSpring Capital.
Series Sponsors:
Alpern Rosenthal | Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Supporting Sponsor:
UPMC - Technology Development Center
Entrepreneur Sponsor:
Innovation Works
Time/Agenda:
9:30am Registration & Networking
10:00am Presentation
10:45am Q&A
11:15am Adjourn
Commercializing Your Idea: Part 2
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: Pittsburgh Technology Council, 2000 Technology Dr, Suite 100, (1st Floor, Resource Room) Pittsburgh 15219
A Creative Technology Network and Culture of Innovation Collaborative Lunch & Learn Workshop
Join us for Part 2 of a two part series on Commercialization. If you’ve got a backlog of ideas, or one idea, that screams to be heard, you should attend this workshop series to find out how to break through the stage-gate bureaucracy and recruit partners and team members to get your idea prototyped and to market.
Seating is extremely limited. Please register early.
Presented in Partnership with the Culture of Innovation Collaborative
This is event is part of the Creative Technology Network.
Creative Technology Network Partner: Carnegie Mellon University
Champion Network Sponsor: Dollar Bank
The Pittsburgh Technology Council’s Creative Technology Network is supported by the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation.
Pittsburgh Salesforce Developers User Group: Summer ’13 Release Highlights
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Pittsburgh Technology Council, 2000 Technology Drive, Suite 100, Pittsburgh 15219
Pittsburgh Salesforce Developers User Group: Summer ’13 Release Highlights
Please join us as we review the highlights of the Summer ‘13 release. We will conduct a joint review and then facilitate smaller breakout sessions to dive into some of the main features.
Note: There is no cost to attend, but please register. Space is limited.
More information and registration at:
http://www.meetup.com/Pittsburgh-Salesforce-Developer-User-Group
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Huntington Bank Breakfast Briefing Featuring: Flemming B. Bjoernslev , President and CEO, LANXESS Corporation / Head, LANXESS North America Region
Thursday, June 27, 2013
7:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Location: Rivers Club, 301 Grant St #411, 15219
Join us on June 27 to hear from Flemming B. Bjoernslev, who was recently appointed President and CEO of LANXESS Corporation and Head of the LANXESS North America Region. Mr. Bjoernslev is based in Pittsburgh.
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 9.1 billion in 2012 and currently employs approximately 17,100 employees in 31 countries. The company is currently represented at 48 production sites worldwide. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of plastics, rubber, intermediates and specialty chemicals. LANXESS is a member of the leading sustainable indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) World and FTSE4Good Index, as well as the Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index (CDLI).
Discover the many business and technology opportunities LANXESS brings to the Pittsburgh region and beyond from its chief executive.
Agenda:
7:00 a.m. Registration, Networking and Coffee
7:45 a.m. Breakfast
8:15 a.m. Presentation
9:00 a.m. Q&A
9:15 a.m. Adjourn
Title Sponsor: Huntington Bank
Supporting Sponsor: Lincoln Financial Group
Coffee Sponsor: The Webb Law Firm
Google Analytics 301
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Pittsburgh Technology Council, 2000 Technology Drive, First Floor (Resource Room), Pittsburgh 15219
Taught by Pittsburgh’s LunaMetrics, one of a small handful of Google Analytics Certified Partners, this one-day training is a technical course primarily for webmasters and IT teams who implement GA.
Google Analytics 301 focuses on the technical side of implementing and configuring GA. When you're done with this course you'll know how to set up filters to exclude employee traffic, add event tracking code to measure interactions with videos, and troubleshoot your existing Google Analytics tracking code to ensure accurate data.
Things you'll learn include:
• Account configurations and settings
• How the tracking code works
• Cleaning up your data with profiles and filters
• Setting up goals
• Implementing ecommerce tracking
• Linking AdWords and Google Analytics
• Event tracking for videos, downloads, outbound links and more
• How to track additional information about visitors with Custom Variables
• How to do sub domain and cross domain tracking
• Extracting data from Google Analytics
This is event is part of the Creative Technology Network.
Creative Technology Network Partner: Carnegie Mellon University
Champion Network Sponsor: Dollar Bank
The Pittsburgh Technology Council’s Creative Technology Network is supported by the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation.
2013 Pittsburgh STEM Summit
Thursday, August 15, 2013
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton (Pittsburgh-Green Tree), 500 Mansfield Avenue, Pittsburgh 15205
The 2013 Pittsburgh STEM Summit can help your company find a highly qualified workforce now and in the future. This one-day experience connects your company with successful education and industry partnerships throughout southwestern Pennsylvania.
Keynote speakers include Mario Livio, astrophysicist from the Hubble Space Telescope Science Institute. The STEM Summit will also feature innovative partnerships between local education and technology companies to demonstrate their real world impact on the lives of future STEM workers.
For the most up-to-date information about the STEM Summit, visit the conference site at:
http://stem.pghtech.org
Huntington Breakfast Briefing Featuring Mario Longhi, Executive Vice President and COO of United States Steel Corporation
Thursday, August 22, 2013
7:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Location: Rivers Club, 301 Grant St #411, 15219
Join us on August 22 to hear from Mario Longhi, Executive Vice President and COO of United States Steel Corporation. Mr. Longhi joined U. S. Steel in July 2012 and is responsible for U. S. Steel’s North American Flat-Rolled, Tubular and Central European operations, as well as global operations services.
U. S. Steel prides itself on being a leader in both process and product technology and has four research and development facilities dedicated to advancing the boundaries of steelmaking, including the Research and Technology Center in Munhall, Pa.; the Automotive Center, a research and sales facility in Troy, Mich.; the U. S. Steel Tubular Products Innovation and Technology Center in Houston, Texas; and USSE Research in Košice, Slovakia.
Get insight into U. S. Steel’s processes and business opportunities while discovering the technology that makes the steel!
Title Sponsor: Huntington Bank
Event Sponsor: Deloitte LLP
Supporting Sponsor: Lincoln Financial Group | Mascaro Construction Company, LP
Coffee Sponsor: The Webb Law Firm
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