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Connect, Strengthen, Champion

Technology First believes in the power of connections, professionally and personally. Through every event, forum, email, and newsletter, we strive to give our members content, tools, and opportunities to lift and lead their businesses and our region.

Since 1997, Technology First has been building a community of leading edge technology professionals in the Dayton region. We provide a safe space where thought leaders gather to grow their businesses, themselves, and the future of technology. Memberships are geared to businesses as well as educational, economic development, and government agencies.

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Exclusive Member Benefits

Come Shape the Future of Technology

→ Make connections that will grow your business
→ Create brand awareness
→ Earn trust
→ Reach hundreds of prospects in one event
→ Gain access to proven thought leaders
→ Find talent

"I’m often reminded of how important organizations like Technology First are in ensuring our region is unrivaled as it relates to the vibrancy of our technical community. As we all know, strong technical communities are catalytic in creating employment opportunities, attracting businesses, and driving economic prosperity."

- Jon Rike, CIO, City of Dayton

Technology First Company Memberships

With over 170 member companies, we are the “go-to resource” for all things technology in our region. We work with several departments within our member companies to help market and build awareness for their services.

And if you’re planning on attending a Technology First event in the coming year, make the most of your dollars and sponsorship by signing up for a Technology First membership.

Cornerstone Partnership

An Annual Partner is an Industry Member or a Provider Member who wants to connect their networks to ours, strengthen their commitment to other members, and champion the future of the technology community in the Dayton-region.

Annual Partners realize a generous return on their investment through brand awareness, relationship building, and ease of engagement.

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Membership

Technology First welcomes both Industry Members and Provider Members

Dues are based on the number of technology department employees in your organization.

An Industry Member is defined as a commercial, industrial, or business organization who has an IT department and/or a technology staff. A Provider Member is defined as an organization that provides technology products and/or services, including product suppliers, service providers, or technology sources.

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Organizational Member

Education, economic development or government agency, organization or institution

Membership benefits include all of the benefits of a basic membership.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Technology First Membership

What does Technology First do?

Technology First is an industry association serving to connect, strengthen, and champion the best-connected technology community in the Dayton, Ohio region. We are a not-for-profit organization building a community by members, for members.

How long does it take to process my membership?

We’ll process your membership within 24 hours of submitting your application.

I’m a member and I’m having trouble signing in

Please contact us at membership@technologyfirst.org.

Can I attend Technology First events without being a member?

Yes! However, membership has its privileges. Peer group attendance is free for members. Non-members must pay a registration fee. Members receive a discounted registration price to all of our conferences. Non-members pay full price.

What happens if I join in the middle of the year?

You receive full benefits at the time your membership application and payment is approved. You will receive a renewal invoice 11 months later. Your membership will be renewed annually on the month you joined.

What is the difference between being a member and being an Annual Partner?

A Technology First Annual Partner is an elite member leading the support, development, and expansion of Technology First services. In return, Annual Partners improve community visibility and increase their revenue. In appreciation, Technology First gives Annual Partners additional privileges. Find more details here.

Who do I contact if I have questions?

Please contact us at membership@technologyfirst.org.

Meet Our Partners

Our Cornerstone Partners share a common goal: to connect, strengthen, and champion the technology community in our region. A Technology First Partner is an elite member leading the support, development, and expansion of Technology First services. In return, Partners improve community visibility and increase their revenue. Make a difference in our region and your business.

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