Membership Benefits - Pittsburgh Tech Council

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Pittsburgh Technology Council
Membership Benefits

So Many Reasons to Join the PTC

Staying true to our mission, “We help our region’s technology companies succeed,” our number one goal is to bring you business success in Pittsburgh. We measure our success on how successful you are. To this end, we continually strive to offer you Pittsburgh Tech Council membership benefits that will enhance value and bring you closer to meeting your business goals.

Business Development

PTC facilitated 600 Business Introductions since 2010! Building new Business takes connections. The Council is driven to help its members connect with people and organizations they need for success.

Conference and Facility Usage: Whether you need space for a private meeting, or a 40 person training session, the Council offers our conference facilities to members at no charge. The PTC also offers free wireless Internet within our facility.
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Events: From educational roundtable events to social Face2Face events to our annual Tech 50 Awards ceremony, the Council has the most valuable Pittsburgh events. Only the PTC provides you with the opportunity to rub elbows with the best and brightest in southwestern Pennsylvania’s tech industry. PTC events are a true Pittsburgh business resource.
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One-on-One Introductions: We know how important it is to network – our organization was founded on it. To this end, we are dedicated to making business connections within our membership. Want to be introduced to a specific company or individual? Our membership team can make the connection so you can make the deal.
PTC Conference Center: As a premier Pittsburgh business resource, Pittsburgh Technology Council members can access leading-edge conferencing services through the PTC Conference Center. Through its relationship with Pittsburgh-based Chorus Call, member companies can set up secure and reliable audio/video conferences with participants from anywhere in the world - all with crystal clear connections. As one of the world's leading conferencing providers, Chorus Call offers the industry's most advanced and experienced portfolio of telecommunication solutions and collaboration services. Be sure to mention the "PTC Conference Line" when calling to set up your conference call. The PTC Conference Center = Business Cost Savings. E-mail to Learn more or call 412.858.1300

Talent

PTC helps 500 companies find top talent every year. Attracting and retaining a talented workforce is every tech company’s top concern. See how the PTC can energize your talent efforts:

Career Connector: The Pittsburgh Career Connector saves regional employers an average of $3.6 million in recruiting costs. Council members enjoy exclusive recruiting services, including free position postings and an online, searchable database of more than 3,000 active resumes. For job seekers, we have the largest number of tech careers in Pittsburgh under one roof.
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PTC Corporate Coverage: The Council’s Employee Benefits Group, part of our Business Essentials Program, serves more than 500 companies and 5,000 individuals by providing health insurance, benefits strategy and administrative services to member companies.
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Business Essentials Program: We partner with some of the nation’s most reputable product and service providers to deliver high-quality business cost savings and health insurance service. Through these partnerships, we contract comprehensive group health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, investment and retirement solutions as well as other key business offerings.
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Recruiting Event: Meet Entry level and experienced professionals at one of our upcoming recruiting events.
Talent Acquisition Marketing: Custom marketing plans and tools to help tech companies find top talent.

Visibility

650 PTC members were featured in our media channels in 2011. The Council has built a robust multimedia platform to clearly communicate the successes, challenges and opportunities found throughout the region’s tech industry.

Advertising and Sponsorship Opportunities: The Council’s print and electronic publications offer ample exposure to get the word out about your company. Progressive advertising options and plans allow for companies of all sizes to maximize target messaging directly to the C-level decision makers in the technology community. In addition to advertising, there are many ways to build your presence in the community, including logo placement, collateral distribution and verbal recognitions that can boost your regional corporate awareness.
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Press Releases: Got news? Share it with others! The PTC is proud of our members’ accomplishments and post their recent press releases and news to our site. We are the go-to source for Pittsburgh tech news.
Publications: The Pittsburgh Technology Council’s publications TEQ and Made in PA, Techburgher blog and growing list of media channels are the go-to source for technology and business news in the Pittsburgh region.
From breaking local technology and business news to in-depth profiles of tech execs and their companies to informative business-building articles and so much more, the PTC’s media channels have the region’s technology industry covered.
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TechVibe Radio: TechVibe Radio broadcasts on 104.7 FM News Talk every Saturday at Noon covering Pittsburgh’s local tech sector. With a crystal-clear FM signal, TechVibe reaches thousands of listeners across all of southwestern Pennsylvania and parts of the tri-state area, too.
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Government Relations

Every year 200 companies participate in advocacy. The Council connects its members to elected officials, and government buyers of technology, all while trying to drive a pro-growth business environment.

Advocacy and Public Policy: We continuously monitor federal, state and local legislation that impacts the growth of Council members and the region. With a focus on Pittsburgh business taxes, we also send a consistent message to Harrisburg and Washington, D.C., about the need to reform our region’s outdated business tax policies.
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Economic Development Assistance: We help growing Pittsburgh tech companies identify and gain access to state grants, loans and tax credits.
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Government Connections: Track legislation, regulations and Pittsburgh business advocacy relevant to you with the Council’s Government Relations Portal. We can also help you increase your business profile among elected officials through legislative networking events and issue-relevant forums aimed at touting the region’s tech industry.
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Hill Days: The Council takes member companies to Harrisburg and puts them in front of dozens of representatives and senators as part of our Pittsburgh business advocacy efforts. Through Hill Days, members are given the opportunity to educate legislators on how specific policies will affect Pennsylvania companies.
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How Can We Help You Succeed?

As the pace of change accelerates, the Council keeps southwestern Pennsylvania’s technology businesses ahead of the curve. We stay on top of current issues and trends, striving to provide cutting-edge, top-notch programs and services to ensure your success. As your trade association, we continuously monitor your level of satisfaction with every aspect of our offerings. We trust you will continue to tell us what more we can do on your behalf.

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