Technology First upcoming events

2026 Montgomery County Spring Job Fair (05/06/2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Spring Job Fair

May 6 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join us for our Spring Job Fair! Where careers begin, connections grow and futures take shape. This highly anticipated event brings together a diverse range of employers from across the region, all actively hiring and eager to meet motivated job seekers in person. Whether you’re exploring a new career path, looking to gain experience or ready to take your next professional step, this is your chance to make a lasting impression and discover what’s possible.

We are excited to expand our impact this year by offering opportunities for younger job seekers as well. Companies will be on-site hiring youth aged 16 and up, creating a direct pathway for teens to gain valuable work experience, build skills and start earning. It’s the perfect opportunity for students and first-time job seekers to confidently step into the workforce.

2026 Spring Job Fair Jobseeker Registration

2026 Spring Job Fair Employer Registration

Express Training (05/13/2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Express Training: Microsoft 365: Understanding & Using SharePoint

Merriam-Webster.com defines express as

1) said or given in a clear way and

2) traveling with few or no stops along the way

We intend for these Express Training sessions to be just that:

clear information delivered in a concise format. Janet Jackson, owner of Organization Solutions, LLC, is a consultant and trainer on workplace organization, productivity and efficiency. Join her each month for one hour as she shares one specific tool that you can learn and implement immediately!

One hour. One topic. Lots of A-ha!s

Janet and co-presenter Nancy Kruschke take a practical look at SharePoint — what it is, how it works, and how to store, share, and manage files across your team. Plus, best practices, user tips, and search tools to use SharePoint with confidence!

Registration Link is Here!

Ohio Tech Summit 2026 (05/14/2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Ohio Tech Summit 2026

Join us on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Ohio Union at The Ohio State University (Columbus, OH) for the Ohio Tech Summit. The Ohio Tech Summit is a full day of content and experiences where Ohio tech shows-off and features high-profile speakers, tech demos, and networking.

Tech. Talent. Ohio.

The Ohio Tech Summit is where innovators, executives, and entrepreneurs come together to build what’s next for Ohio’s growing tech sector. Will you be in the room?

Click Here for Event Details and Registration!

Game On: MOM's Technology Open House (05/20/2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Wednesday May 20

12-4PM

4747 Lake Forest Drive Blue Ash, Ohio 45242

Live Broadcast + Special Guests

Catch a live on-site broadcast from KISS 107.1 featuring JonJon, and don’t miss a special appearance by Evan McPherson from the Cincinnati Bengals!

What You’ll Experience

Technology Showcase from Modern Office Methods, Obviam & OptimizedIT
Launch of our 2026 Non-Profit Technology Makeover Campaign in partnership with the Bengals
Food Trucks, Games & Giveaways
Exclusive Prizes for attendees
Networking with local business and community leaders

Why Attend

Whether you’re looking to modernize your office technology, strengthen your IT infrastructure, or protect your organization from evolving cyber threats, this is your chance to connect, learn, and win.

Plus, you’ll be part of something bigger as we kick off the 2026 Non Profit Technology Makeover campaign designed to give back and empower local non-profits through technology.

Location: Modern Office Methods, Corporate OfficeAddress: 4747 Lake Forest Drive, Cincinnati, OH (Free Parking) Date: May 20, 2026

Time: 12 - 4 PM

Don't miss out on the excitement, insights, and opportunities!

Registered guests will have access to event updates and special prizes! We can’t wait to see you there for an afternoon of innovation, community impact, and a little championship-style energy.

Register for this event HERE

Vets Moving Forward 2026 (05/20/2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT

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Vets Moving Forward 2026 (05/20/2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Vets Moving Forward is an annual event focused on connecting Veterans to Resource Organizations and Jobs in our Greater Miami Valley.

The event is open to all Veterans, Active Duty, Reservists, Guardsmen, and military connected individuals including spouses, family members, and caregivers.

Click Here to register and view the agenda!

Digital Transformation Summit (06/08/2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Overview

The 2026 Digital Transformation Summit draws over 500 nationwide leaders and researchers at the intersection of Engineering, Manufacturing, Defense, Aerospace, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS), and the transformative potential of cross-sector collaboration in shaping our future.

This year’s summit will explore the crucial advancements in next-generation technologies, including, but not limited to, digital engineering, cybersecurity, Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).

What You'll Gain

Through thought-provoking panels, visionary keynotes, and collaborative breakout sessions, participants will discover how Digital Transformation is enabling advancements in various fields and disciplines.

This summit presents a unique opportunity to connect with leaders, researchers, and innovators in government, industry and academia. Don’t miss this year’s pivotal event at the forefront of digital innovation!

QA or the Highway (06/12/2026)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

THE MIDWEST'S LARGEST SOFTWARE QUALITY CONFERENCE

Learn From Experts Solving Real Problems

Our speakers are practitioners—QA leads debugging production issues, SDETs refactoring test suites, engineering managers building quality cultures, industry experts sharing hard-won insights, and all of them sharing what actually worked (and what spectacularly didn't) on stage. Every session focuses on real experiences and practical lessons you can actually apply.

Breakthroughs Come From Conversations And Connections

This isn't a conference where you sit and listen for eight hours. It's where you meet the tester two rows over who solved the exact problem you're facing. It's where a casual hallway conversation turns into a mentorship that lasts years. It's where you realize you're not the only one wrestling with flaky tests, shifting requirements, or that one vendor integration that makes no sense.

Ideas You Can Use Next Week

You'll leave with ideas you can use next week. We focus on the practical; how teams are really using AI in testing, what collaboration between QA and dev actually looks like when it works, and how to grow your skills no matter where you are in your career. Whether you're writing your first test script or leading a quality organization, there's something here that will make your work better.

A Community Beyond the Event

You'll be part of a community that lasts beyond the event. COSQAM has been connecting Columbus-area testers for years through meetups, mentorship, and genuine friendships across companies. QA or the Highway is that community at its best—open, inclusive, and built on the belief that everyone has something to teach and something to learn.

And Honestly? It's Just A Great Day

Great conversations. Smart people who get what you do. Coffee. More coffee. And snacks. The kind of welcoming, down-to-earth atmosphere where you can ask the questions you've been afraid to ask. The kind of day you'll tell your team about on Monday.

Get tickets for this event HERE!

2026 Professional Development Day! Rising Above the Noise (06/16/2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Rising Above the Noise: Leading Projects When Everything (and Everyone) Is Changing is a 1-day virtual Professional Development Day designed for project managers who are navigating constant change, competing priorities, and growing complexity.

This conference goes beyond tools and templates to focus on the real skills project professionals need right now – leadership, influence, communication, adaptability, and decision-making in uncertain environments.

Through practical sessions led by experienced practitioners and thought leaders, you’ll gain fresh perspectives, actionable ideas, and techniques you can apply immediately to your projects and teams.

And here’s the big bonus: even if you can’t attend live on June 16, every session is recorded. You’ll have full access to the content for up to three months after the event, allowing you to learn at your own pace, revisit key ideas, and fit professional development into your schedule — not the other way around.

EVENT OVERVIEW

Keynote Presentation - 9:15 - 10:15 AM

Track Sessions, 1-hour each: 10:20 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:50 PM

Three rooms available per time slot divided by Talent Triangle topics.

Executive Panel – 11:30 AM

This session will give us all an opportunity to listen to, and ask questions of, 3 to 4 senior executives from organizations maybe like their own.
We are all encouraged to participate during this ‘conversation’ with questions that we have always wanted to ask our senior management but hesitant to do so.

Group Discussions – 2:40 PM

Match & converse one-on-one with participants.

Prizes

$50 Amazon gift card giveaway

Event Recordings - available ONLY to registered delegates after the event and for a limited time period.

PDUs

10 total - 7 on show day and 6 more via session recordings.

IT Leadership Institute (10/16/2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Hosted by The Circuit, the IT Leadership Institute is a leadership development program now available to Technology First members.

Successful IT leaders, whether in formal leadership roles or leading through influence, combine technical expertise with emotional intelligence and a commitment to growth. They set vision, understand people, and shape culture with intent. The payoff: stronger teams, better business outcomes, and lasting impact across the IT community.

About the Program

The IT Leadership Institute is a 10-month, immersive leadership development experience designed specifically for IT professionals. Through expert-led sessions, peer discussion, and applied learning, participants will:

Increase self-awareness and understand how they are perceived by others
Identify their leadership style and apply it for maximum impact
Build and inspire high-performing teams
Develop critical leadership skills for an evolving technology landscape
Lead through influence rather than authority
Navigate complex organizational dynamics with confidence

Program Structure

Schedule: One half-day session per month, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, October through July (no December session)
Format: Expert-led discussions, peer collaboration, and CIO-level guest speakers
Environment: A focused, trusted space for tackling real-world IT leadership challenges

Key Topics

The Essence of Leadership
Community Project Planning
Technology Leadership and Why It’s Different
Is Management for Me?
Transformational Leadership: Vision and Strategy
Transactional Leadership: Delivering Results That Matter
IT Budgeting and Financials
Relational Leadership: Coaching, Communication, and Trust
Higher-Order Leadership: Leading Other Leaders
HR Insights: Interviewing, Career Management, and Networking

Click here to register and use the password TechnologyFirst