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  • Small Business - Tips for Using Microsoft 365 at Your Small Business

    • 01/09/2025
    • 8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Business Solutions Center 1435 Cincinnati St #300, Dayton, OH 45417
    • 22 registrants
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    Tips for Using Microsoft 365 for Your Small Business

    Led by: Small Mid Size Business Committee


      Agenda:

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

      8:30 - 10:00am meeting


      Sponsorship opportunities are available, please contact sponsorships@technologyfirst.org for more information



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    • 2025 Dayton AI Day

      • 01/15/2025
      • 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
      • Sinclair Conference Center
      • 78
      • 172 registrants
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      Join hundreds of visionary leaders and professionals
      who know AI is the future!

      2025 Dayton AI Day

      Registration Opens Oct. 15!

      AI is rapidly transforming industries, driving innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage. However, with rapid change comes the need for upskilling, considering ethical guidelines, and navigating regulatory landscapes.

      Dayton AI Day is not just another conference - it's a hands-on exploration of how to implement AI effectively. It's a place where theory meets practice, where leaders from diverse sectors can learn actionable strategies to incorporate AI into their operations.

      Why Attend Dayton AI Day?

      Dayton AI Day provides a platform to bridge the gap between curiosity and capability, offering:

      • Expert Insights: Hear from AI leaders who are setting the pace in technology and innovation.
      • Practical Takeaways: Participate in sessions focused on implementing and governing AI in your organization.
      • Networking: Connect with industry peers, potential clients, and collaborators.

      Who Should Attend?

      From the C-Suite to the frontline in industries from healthcare and finance to human resources and law to information technology and academia, if you want to remain at the forefront of your industry, you won’t want to miss Dayton AI Day!


      SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
      As AI continues to redefine the business landscape, your involvement signals that your company is not just following trends but leading them.

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    • Data Analytics Roundtable: AI Analytics Methodologies

      • 01/21/2025
      • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
      • Virtual
      • 7 registrants
      Register



      Join the Data Analytics Peer Group roundtable discussion on:

      AI Analytics Methodologies

      Alan Swan, Province Data Solutions (PDS) CEO, will provide guidance on how to establish relevant context for developing analytics and AI Models. Additionally, Alan will speak to the importance of data in the development process.

      Finally, he will explain how to drive analytics through metrics that have meaning and alignment with multiple constructs.

      Facilitated by:

      Alan Swan, CEO/Provide Data Solutions


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    • Cybersecurity: Supply Chain Risk Management

      • 01/22/2025
      • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
      • Virtual
      • 7 registrants
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      Supply Chain Risk Management

      Supply Chain Risk Management is a crucial aspect of maintaining the security and integrity of an organization’s operations. This talk will focus on utilizing your organizational chart to identify critical applications and mitigate associated risks.

      Participants will learn to map out their organizational structure to pinpoint key applications and systems that are vital to their operations. By understanding the interdependencies within the supply chain, they can identify potential vulnerabilities and areas of risk, and prioritize mitigation efforts.

      Facilitated by:

      James Fisher
      Secure Cyber Defense

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    • IT Leaders: 2025 Strategic Goals and Priorities

      • 01/28/2025
      • 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
      • Employment Opportunity Center, 4303 W Third St, Dayton, 45417
      • 5 registrants
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      Roundtable discussion:

      2025 Strategic Goals and Priorities

      Facilitated by: 

      Nick Enger and Parag Pujari


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      Agenda:

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

      11:30 - 1:00pm meeting





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    • IT Leaders: Annual CIO Forecast Panel

      • 02/11/2025
      • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
      • Life Connection, 2800 Donation Circle, Kettering
      • 7 registrants
      Register


      Tech Forum: CIO Council OPEN to ALL

      Annual CIO Forecast Panel

      Featuring:

      Moderator: Treg Gilstorf, Smart Data

      Panelists: 

      Gurvinder Rehki, University Dayton

      Jamie Pierce, Mike’s Car Wash

      Chris Schrameck, WinSupply

      Vijaya Gambheera, Nuvei


      Sponsored By:


      Interested in sponsoring? Contact marketing@technologyfirst.org for more information.







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    • Infrastructure/Cloud: Disaster Recovery and High Availability

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

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

      11:30 - 1:00pm meeting


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

      • 02/26/2025
      • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
      • Business Solutions Center, 1435 Cincinnati St, Ste 300, Dayton, 45417
      • 2 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

      This meeting is sponsored by:






      Interested in sponsoring? Contact mcutcher@technologyfirst.org for more information.

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    • 2025 Ohio Information Security Conference

      • 03/05/2025
      • 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
      • Sinclair Conference Center
      • 437
      • 62 registrants
      Register


      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

      • 04/03/2025
      • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Engineer's Club
      • Be the first
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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

      Thank you Sponsors!


       



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    • Cybersecurity: Back Doors and Breaches Game

      • 06/25/2025
      • 8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
      • In-person (Location TBD) & Virtual Option
      • 1 registrant
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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.

      Facilitated by:

      Joe Tinney
      Secure Cyber Defense

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      Agenda:

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

      8:30 - 10:00am meeting


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    • Emerging Tech Leaders

      • 07/08/2025
      • 09/16/2025
      • 6 sessions
      • TBD
      • 18
      • 2 registrants
      Register




      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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