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• IT Leaders: Annual CIO Forecast Panel

  • When
    02/11/2025
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    8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Business Solutions Center, 1435 Cincinnati St, Ste 300, Dayton 45417
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  Tech Forum: CIO Council OPEN to ALL

  Annual CIO Forecast Panel

  Featuring:

  Moderator: Treg Gilstorf, Smart Data

  Panelists: 

  Gurvinder Rehki, University Dayton

  Chris Schrameck, WinSupply

  Vijaya Gambheera, Nuvei
  

  
  

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• Workforce Development: Harnessing Practical AI: Workforce Readiness and Organizational Success

  • When
    02/13/2025
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    8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Montgomery Co Business Solutions, 1435 Cincinnati St, Suite 300, Dayton 45417
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    31 registrants

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  Harnessing Practical AI: Workforce Readiness and Organizational Success

  Explore the transformative impact of practical AI on the workforce and how organizations can effectively prepare for this shift. Learn about Ohio TechCred, strategies for upskilling employees, and how to secure the right credentials while staying within budget. Discuss automation risks, staying relevant in an AI-driven world, and earning endorsements to solidify your position in the evolving market.

  Panel:

  Nancy Percy, Sinclair College

  Nathan Floom, Sinclair College

  Matthew Worthen, NextStep Networking

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  8:15-8:30 am - registration, network, coffee/snacks

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• Infrastructure/Cloud: Disaster Recovery and High Availability

  • When
    02/18/2025
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    11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Business Solutions Center 1435 Cincinnati St #300, Dayton, OH 45417
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    25 registrants

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  Roundtable: Disaster Recovery and High Availability

  This roundtable discussion will dive deep into how do backups play with your technology availability plan.

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  11:15 - 11:30am check-in, lunch & networking

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• Women 4 Tech: Empowering Women in IT: Navigating Change, Building Skills, and Defining Success

  • When
    02/26/2025
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    8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Business Solutions Center, 1435 Cincinnati St, Ste 300, Dayton, 45417
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    53 registrants

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  Empowering Women in IT: Navigating Change, Building Skills, and Defining Success
  

  Are you a woman navigating a career in IT? Join us for "Empowering Women in IT: Navigating Change, Building Skills, and Defining Success," an inspiring and informative meeting designed to help you take control of your professional journey.

  This event will focus on topics like succeeding in IT, measuring success on your terms, and reinventing yourself for new opportunities. Learn how to leverage your transferable skills, adapt to industry changes, and embrace non-traditional IT roles. We’ll also discuss strategies for overcoming feelings of being unqualified, staying current with technology, addressing skill gaps, and exploring training opportunities.

  Whether you’re transitioning to a role you’re passionate about, seeking growth in a changing industry, or just looking for guidance, this meeting is your opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. Don’t miss this chance to empower yourself and shape your future in IT!

  Moderator: Melissa Cutcher, Technology First

  Panelists: Beth Search, Kettering Health

  Lisa Shivers, Kettering Health

  Jill Campbell, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center

  Yolanda Clemons, Savvy Purple Squirrel IT Consulting

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• 2025 Ohio Information Security Conference

  • When
    03/05/2025
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    8:45 AM - 5:45 PM
  • Location
    Sinclair Conference Center
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  Join hundreds of IT Professionals at the 22nd annual

  Ohio Information Security Conference

  March 5, 2025

  We bring Cybersecurity experts from all over the country together under one roof to share knowledge, stay ahead of threat actors, and answer your questions about protecting your most valuable asset: your data.

  
  

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• 2024 11th Annual Leadership Awards

  • When
    04/03/2025
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    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Engineer's Club
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    4 registrants

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  Join us to celebrate the contributions of information technology teams, professionals and students at the 2024 Leadership Awards

  The 11th annual Technology First Leadership Awards recognize individuals and teams exemplifying Technology First Values: Creating a community to share knowledge, grow business, and build for the future. The Technology First Leadership Awards work to ensure a vibrant technology community in our region.

  Wednesday, April 3, 4:00-6:00 P.M.
  Dayton Engineer's Club

  4 p.m. - Registration, Networking, Drinks & Hors d'oeuvres

  4:30 p.m. - Award presentation followed by photos and celebrations!

  Award of Excellence - High School

  Award of Excellence - Student Project

  Best IT Services Company

  Career Champion Award

  Emerging Technology Leader

  IT Executive or the Year

  IT Project of the Year

  Outstanding Technology Team

  Most Promising Startup

  Volunteer of the Year

  Legacy of Leadership

  Join us for a cocktail reception to celebrate the best of the best in several categories including Emerging Technology Leader, IT Executive of the Year, Best IT Service Company, & more!
  

  
  

  The annual event is sponsored by many local organizations. Category sponsors are available.  Contact marketing@technologyfirst.org

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• Data Analytics: When Social Media and Management Collide: Insights from Three Studies

  • When
    04/15/2025
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    8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Business Solutions Center 1435 Cincinnati St #300, Dayton, OH 45417
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  When Social Media and Management Collide: Insights from Three Studies

  Managers feel significant pressure to establish a social media presence that differentiates their organization from rivals, though few managers feel confident that their organization provides social media users with the information they desire. Thus, while the supply of information provided to social media users by organizations continues to proliferate rapidly, few studies have investigated the information social media users want or expect organizations to provide.

  We’ll discuss three studies on social media. The first study explores the information desires of two social media user groups: nonprofessional investors and non-investors. The second study explores how non-professional investors process financial information when the media doesn’t match the message and the consequences to management when there is a disconnect. The final study investigates how different sources of corporate information (CEO versus Corporate) and message norms violations influence investor perceptions of management and subsequent investing activity.

  
  

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  Dr. Neal Snow

  
  

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• Workforce Development: From Remote to Reconnected: A Guide to Local Networking in a Hybrid World

  • When
    05/08/2025
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    8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Montgomery Co Business Solutions, 1435 Cincinnati St, Suite 300, Dayton 45417
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    2 registrants

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  From Remote to Reconnected: A Guide to Local Networking in a Hybrid World

  Discover the art of rebuilding connections in a hybrid and remote work era. This session will provide practical strategies for local networking, fostering meaningful relationships, and creating opportunities in your professional community. Learn how to navigate the shift from remote isolation to in-person collaboration, and unlock the potential of networking in a post-pandemic workplace. Perfect for professionals looking to reestablish a strong local presence and build a thriving support network.

  Presenter: 

  Matthew Worthen, NextStep Networking

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  8:15-8:30 am - registration, network, coffee/snacks

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• Cybersecurity: Back Doors and Breaches Game

  • When
    06/25/2025
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    8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    In-person (Location TBD) & Virtual Option
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    2 registrants

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  Back Doors and Breaches Game

  Backdoors & Breaches is an incident response card game developed by Black Hills Information Security. Players use these cards to simulate real-world scenarios, such as initial compromises, pivot and escalate tactics, and persistence mechanisms. The goal is to enhance the players’ ability to identify, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats effectively.

  During the game, participants learn to recognize various types of cyber attacks and understand the sequence of events that typically occur during a breach. They practice decision-making under pressure, improving their ability to prioritize actions and allocate resources efficiently. The game also helps players familiarize themselves with different tools and techniques used in incident response, such as network monitoring, threat hunting, and forensic analysis. By working through these scenarios, players develop a deeper understanding of the importance of communication and collaboration in managing cybersecurity incidents.

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  Joe Tinney
  Secure Cyber Defense

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  8:15 - 8:30am check-in, breakfast & networking

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• Emerging Tech Leaders

  • Start
    07/08/2025
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  • End
    09/16/2025
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    TBD
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    2 registrants

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  Building our future leaders

  The Emerging Tech Leaders program will give new and prospective IT leaders an opportunity to explore and learn about the many facets of what they will experience in their new and exciting role. Participants will be led through a journey of discovering who they are as a leader, where they excel and where they have opportunities to grow by working through scenario-based exercises as well as participating in group coaching and discussions. Participants will also grow their skills by working in peer groups to solve and analyze complex organizational and business problems involving company politics, measuring change, coaching team members, and more.

  Program Details 
  The six-session program will run 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., every other Tuesday over the course of twelve weeks. In addition, your registration includes (2) 30-minute personal coaching sessions with Coach Mike. Learn more.

  • July 8: Discovering Leadership Essence
  • July 22: Mastering Performance Management
  • August 5: Strategic Hiring for Success
  • August 19: Mastering the Business of IT
  • September 2: Navigating Relationships & Organizational Politics 
  • September 16: Group Coaching and Action Planning

  About Coach Mike
   

  Mike Czarnecki is the Owner of IT Coach Mike, LLC, which provides IT professionals with individual and group coaching for leadership and career development. Mike has been in IT for nearly 30 years as both a technologist and a leader at multiple levels. Mike is a strong proponent of servant leadership and driving autonomy in his teams to promote growth and accountability which results in strong leaders and high performance. Mike holds a Bachelor of Science, Business Management degree from Western Governors University and in 2018 earned his coaching certification through the International Coach Federation. He enjoys spending time with his family and loved ones, playing video games, collecting and modding classic gaming consoles, building PCs, and performing and teaching improv comedy.

  Sponsor Opportunities Available
  Please contact sponsorships@technologyfirst.org if you would like to build stronger relationships with our Emerging Tech Leaders over a 3-month period.

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• Workforce Development: Navigating the Employee Journey: Onboarding, Retention, and Exit Strategies

  • When
    07/10/2025
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    8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Life Connections, 2800 Donation Circle, Kettering
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    1 registrant

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  Navigating the Employee Journey: Onboarding, Retention, and Exit Strategies

  Discover how to design a seamless and effective employee journey, from onboarding to retention and even the exit process. Explore strategies to create a welcoming and supportive onboarding experience, retain top talent in a competitive market, and handle employee exits with professionalism. Address the rising trend of new hires evaluating fit within the first two weeks and learn how to make a lasting positive impression while aligning expectations. Gain actionable insights to enhance your organization's workforce strategy at every stage of the employee lifecycle.

  Presenter: 

  Nancy Percy, Sinclair College

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  8:15-8:30 am - registration, network, coffee/snacks

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• Workforce Development: Best Practices and Lessons Learned from Business, Interns and Apprentices

  • When
    09/11/2025
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    8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Montgomery Co Business Solutions, 1435 Cincinnati St, Suite 300, Dayton 45417
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    2 registrants

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  Best Practices and Lessons Learned from Business, Interns and Apprentices

  Gain valuable insights from companies and students about the successes and challenges of apprenticeship and internship programs. This session will explore best practices for structuring programs, fostering meaningful learning experiences, and ensuring mutual value for both organizations and participants. Learn how companies can build pipelines of future talent while students gain real-world skills and professional connections. Discover strategies to overcome common pitfalls and maximize the impact of these programs on workforce development.

  Presenter: 

  Nancy Percy, Sinclair College

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  8:15-8:30 am - registration, network, coffee/snacks

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• Workforce Development: Holiday Mixer & 2025 Success and 2026 Plans

  • When
    12/11/2025
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    8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Montgomery Co Business Solutions, 1435 Cincinnati St, Suite 300, Dayton 45417
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    1 registrant

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  Holiday Mixer

  2025 Successes and 2026 Plans

  Join in on roundtable discussions to share your success from 2025 and your plans for 2025.

  Presenter: 

  Nancy Percy, Sinclair College

  Matthew Worthen, NextStep Networking

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  8:15-8:30 am - registration, network, coffee/snacks

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