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TAG News - Meetings and Events

 February 2009

 

February 20 - R&D Tax Credit 101 AND Annual Meeting

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Member Benefits Spotlight:
As a TAG member you have access to WTIA's Group Purchasing Cooperative and other member benefits. While Washington Technology Industry Association represents 1,000 member companies, employees of member companies also benefit from the collective purchasing power of more than 100,000 individuals. Whether your company employs a couple of people or several hundred, WTIA leverages its entire membership to offer you the best prices on health and business insurance, telecommunications, payroll services, office supplies or other services typically accessible only to larger companies. For more details >>

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February 20 ProgramAre you leaving money "on the table" by not using Washington State's Research Tax Credit? You are - in fact, less than a dozen companies in Whatcom County are claiming this credit! TAG presents a Star speaker on the Research Tax Credit at the upcoming TAG annual meeting, Friday, February 20th.

Research is integral to technology, yet most technology-centric companies underplay the value of their research function. The R&D tax incentives have helped all types and sizes of technology companies to thrive in Washington state. In a tight economy, every dollar and every asset counts - come and learn how you can benefit from this tax credit!

This meeting is also TAG's annual membership meeting. Before the Star speaker starts we will elect the 2009 Board of Directors. If you have questions about your membership status or want to sign up as a member, follow the link or contact Anna Ehnmark at 647-4220.

This will be a popular meeting so please register today to reserve a seat and lunch.

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Date and Time: Friday, February 20th from 12:00 - 1:15 PM.
Location: DIS Building, 1315 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, WA
Cost: Members $10, Non-Members $15. Lunch included.

Register online at: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/55816.
You can also RSVP and pay at the door.
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We thank our Speaker Series Sponsor Fibercloud.


Did you miss the Predictions Luncheon with Mark Anderson on January 16?
Check out these videos from KVOS TV and Aaron Booker/Varvid.com:

Mark Anderson interviewed on Experience Northwest KVOS TV >>
KVOS caught the reactions to Mark Anderson's Predictions on location at Whatcom Community College>>
Aaron Booker of varvid.com interviews Mark Anderson prior to his presentation >>

Again thank you to Whatcom Community College and Fibercloud for co-sponsoring our Predictions program. We were pleased to have WCC President Kathi Hiyane-Brown participate in the event. Aaron Booker had a chance to interview her prior to the luncheon and the interview is posted here.


Other Industry Events:

The 3rd Annual Tech Tonic at Western Washington University on March 6.
The Student Technology Center (STC) of WWU in a joint effort with the Associated Students (AS) will be holding the third annual Technology Exposition "Tech-Tonic" at Western Washington University's new Academic Instruction Center (AIC). The event is a showcase for technology related projects generated by the students and staff of WWU and will also spotlight WWU and Bellingham as a regional center for technology education. More details and to sign up click here.


WTIA Industry Achievement Award

ALL NEW Industry Achievement Awards
& WTIA 25th Anniversary Celebration

The annual Industry Achievement Awards are a time of celebration for our industry.  They recognize the accomplishments of the best and brightest individuals, companies and students during the past year. This year there will be even more to celebrate, as WTIA mark the its 25th Anniversary! Don't miss this memorable evening !  - REGISTER TODAY!

TAG members qualify for a discount when registering. Contact Anna for carpool opportunities. 


WTC Innovation Summit 2009Washington's Innovation Summit 2009, on April 9

Washington Technology Center // Washington's Innovation Summit 2009 brings together innovators and thought leaders driving industry development in sustainable energy, innovative materials & manufacturing, urban sustainability, and healthy ecosystems with keynote addresses by Brenda Metropolit, director of sustainability initiatives, Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games, Gifford Pinchot, co-founder and president emeritus, Bainbridge Graduate Institute, and Thomas E. Plimpton, vice chairman, PACCAR.
April 9, 2009, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00  p.m.; Meydenbauer Center, 11100 NE 6th Street, Bellevue; 206.685.1920;
Special rate $190 until 3/6/09; $230 regular rate after 3/6/09. Reception Only, $45;  watechcenter.org/summit.

The summit features presentations by Bellingham-based companies: Andgar Corporation and Ryzex. TAG will participate with an exhibit and we encourage you to volunteer to help man the booth. TAG members qualifies for a discount. Please contact Anna for details and carpool opportunities from Bellingham.


Special Interest Group meetings:
Special Interest Groups (SIGs) meet to discuss a common interest in a particular topic. SIGs provide excellent opportunities for developing and maintaining professional contacts, promoting industry awareness and extending the technical knowledge of members. SIG meetings are free and open to the public, unless otherwise indicated.

For upcoming Meetings on .Net technologies please visit the group's website >>


Partner News:
Whatcom Community College to offer Cisco CCNA courses at night!

Starting spring quarter WCC will offer cisco CCNA courses at night. People with IT experience can take classes without the prerequisites. For more information please this link or contact Corrinne Sande.


Do you have ideas for TAG programs? Want to get more involved? Please contact us.

TAG, Technology Alliance Group for Northwest Washington
1315 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 647-4220
Contact: Anna Ehnmark

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