Washington Technology Industry Association

Washington Tech Sector Accounts for 1.5 Million Jobs, Report Finds

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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SEATTLE, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA), a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a robust, equity-centered technology sector that empowers thriving communities, today announced the launch of a new report, Technology Sector Economic Outlook in Washington State and the Greater Seattle Region. Prepared in partnership with Amazon, Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas) and the input of many member organizations, the report highlights the essential and growing role of the information and communications technology (ICT) sector and tech roles in non-tech industries, while advocating for policies to support the ICT industry's continued vitality in Washington state.

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  • Tech sector employers also added 89,000 new workers to their payrolls between 2019 and 2022, an increase of 33 percent.
  • Overall, Washington's tech sector accounts for nearly 1.5 million direct and indirect jobs.
  • According to one national study , Washington's tech sector represents 22 percent of the state economy, higher than any other state in the union.
  • Despite these recent workforce reductions, Washington's tech sector is well-positioned to continue its leadership as a global center of innovation.

Washington Technology Industry Association and Washington STEM Release First-of-its-Kind Statewide Strategic Plan for STEM Education

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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SEATTLE , Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA), and Washington STEM, two non-profit organizations dedicated to fostering robust, equity-centered education and technology sectors that empower communities, today announced the launch of the Cross Sector Computer Science Strategic Plan (CSSP) and Report. The plan aims to secure access to computer science for all Washington students by outlining specific policy, implementation and educator development goals in an achievable timeline.

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  • The plan aims to secure access to computer science for all Washington students by outlining specific policy, implementation and educator development goals in an achievable timeline.
  • Access to computer science education is critical to growing Washington state's economy, and engaging and supporting local talent is key to closing pervasive income gaps.
  • Per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics , available computer science and IT jobs are also projected to grow 11% through 2029.
  • This foundation will only become more critical," said Michael Schutzler, CEO, Washington Technology Industry Association.

First-of-its-Kind Report from the United States Blockchain Coalition Highlights Significant Economic Impact of Rapidly Growing Web3 Industry

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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SEATTLE, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The United States Blockchain Coalition (USBC), a first-of-its-kind organization built to drive multistate collaboration and maintain American leadership in digital asset, Bitcoin, and distributed ledger technologies (DLT), today announced the launch of a new report, The State of Web3 - Economic Activity Analysis Across the U.S. Prepared by innovation consultancy firm Moonbeam Exchange, the report illustrates increased traction around enterprise applications of blockchain technology and burgeoning research and development investment. The report explores the current Web3 landscape within each state, showcasing investment and startup activity, innovation ecosystems and academic research.

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  • The report explores the current Web3 landscape within each state, showcasing investment and startup activity, innovation ecosystems and academic research.
  • The report finds Web3 is no longer a nascent industry, but one with a significant footprint and impact on the broader economy and workforce.
  • Since 2008, the Web3 industry has created more than 200,000 jobs and received over $107 billion in capital investments.
  • "The blockchain-based industry presents unprecedented opportunities, both for today and tomorrow," said Arry Yu, Founder and Co-Chair, United States Blockchain Coalition.

WTIA Appoints Terrance Stevenson as Director of SeaCiti

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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SEATTLE, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA), a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a robust, equity-centered technology sector that empowers thriving communities, today announced the appointment of Terrance Stevenson as the Director of SeaCiti, a non-profit acquired by WTIA in May 2022. As a seasoned collaborator, social entrepreneur and responsible business advocate, Terrance will spearhead SeaCiti's mission of connecting, collaborating and coordinating tech employees, member organizations, government officials, and community leaders to create local impact.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA), a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a robust, equity-centered technology sector that empowers thriving communities, today announced the appointment of Terrance Stevenson as the Director of SeaCiti, a non-profit acquired by WTIA in May 2022.
  • Stevenson founded a social impact consulting enterprise and managed cross-sector partnerships for several humanitarian organizations.
  • "Terrance has an incredible breadth and depth of experience in community building and outreach," said Michael Schutzler, WTIA CEO.
  • "Serving as Director of SeaCiti Director presents a significant opportunity to foster increased collaboration within Seattle's tech community and its many diverse stakeholders," said Terrance Stevenson.

DCS Named to Washington Technology Top 100 for Fifth Straight Year

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DCS Corporation is excited to announce its ranking at #87 on the Washington Technology's Top 100 list for 2023.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DCS Corporation is excited to announce its ranking at #87 on the Washington Technology's Top 100 list for 2023.
  • A 100% employee-owned company, DCS continues to be a leader in the national security sector, delivering cutting-edge research, engineering, programmatic, and technical support services to the Department of Defense and other federal customers.
  • DCS continued its growth trajectory in 2022, once again reaching a new corporate revenue record by year's end.
  • "We are proud to be recognized among the Washington Technology Top 100 for the fifth consecutive year," said Jim Benbow, DCS CEO.

UNMET to host its 9th Venture Capital Conference in Seattle

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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SEATTLE, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UNMET, a mission-based organization tasked with filling an unmet need for startups raising venture capital in the US, will hold its first West Coast conference - UNMET Washington 2023, in Seattle on September 13-14.

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  • SEATTLE, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UNMET, a mission-based organization tasked with filling an unmet need for startups raising venture capital in the US, will hold its first West Coast conference - UNMET Washington 2023, in Seattle on September 13-14.
  • "Commerce is honored to co-host the 2023 UNMET Conference in Seattle, the heart of Washington state's booming tech industry.
  • "WTIA is proud to support UNMET as it hosts its inaugural West Coast conference in Seattle," said Michael Schutzler, CEO of WTIA.
  • Laura Ruderman, CEO of Technology Alliance, said, "We're thrilled to join forces with Stout Street Capital as they put on the UNMET conference in Seattle.

More Than 40 States Unite to Launch United States Blockchain Coalition

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023
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SEATTLE, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, more than 40 states unite to launch the United States Blockchain Coalition (USBC), a first-of-its-kind organization built to drive multistate collaboration and maintain American leadership in digital asset, Bitcoin, and distributed ledger technologies (DLT).

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, more than 40 states unite to launch the United States Blockchain Coalition (USBC), a first-of-its-kind organization built to drive multistate collaboration and maintain American leadership in digital asset, Bitcoin, and distributed ledger technologies (DLT).
  • Create opportunities to partner on projects that enhance the competitiveness of the U.S., different regions, and individual states.
  • "There is great power in the community coming together to collectively advocate for the industry," said Arry Yu, Founder and Co-Chair, United States Blockchain Coalition and Chair, Cascadia Blockchain Council.
  • "The Bitcoin and blockchain industry is in a unique position - it has matured past infancy and is on the cusp of widespread adoption," said Lee Bratcher, Co-Chair, United States Blockchain Council and President, Texas Blockchain Council.

Washington Technology Industry Association Launches Quantum Information Sciences (QIS) Report

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Monday, January 23, 2023
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SEATTLE, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA), a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a robust, equity-centered technology sector that empowers thriving communities, today announced the launch of a new report, Quantum Information Sciences (QIS) in Washington State. Prepared by Moonbeam for the association's Advanced Technology Cluster, the report solidifies Washington's established expertise in quantum computing and highlights opportunities for specialization, QIS workforce expansion and collaboration with other material clusters around the country.

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  • New Data Highlights Opportunities for Specialization, Workforce Development and Collaboration to Achieve Greater Gains Locally and Beyond
    SEATTLE, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA), a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a robust, equity-centered technology sector that empowers thriving communities, today announced the launch of a new report, Quantum Information Sciences (QIS) in Washington State.
  • "This report validates our thesis that Washington state has the right mix of organizations and capabilities - ranging from startups to legacy enterprises - to ensure Washington becomes a global leader in both quantum adoption and commercialization."
  • "As quantum evolves, Washington state is well positioned to play a coordination and leadership role in quantum adoption both nationally and globally."
  • "The goal of the Northwest Quantum Nexus is to advance Quantum Information Sciences research and develop a QIS-trained workforce," said Krysta Svore, Distinguished Engineer and VP of Advanced Quantum Development at Microsoft , a founding NQN keystone partner.

Entrust names Harini Gokul as Chief Customer Officer

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023
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Entrust , a global leader in trusted payments, identities, and digital infrastructure, announced that it has named Harini Gokul as its Chief Customer Officer, reporting directly to the CEO.

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  • Entrust , a global leader in trusted payments, identities, and digital infrastructure, announced that it has named Harini Gokul as its Chief Customer Officer, reporting directly to the CEO.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230110005271/en/
    In this new role, Gokul will lead the organization’s mission to build and deliver an exceptional Entrust customer experience worldwide, working collaboratively across the organization.
  • To keep the world moving safely, Entrust will continue our intense focus on customer success and evolve to meet changing customer needs.
  • Gokul joins Entrust from Amazon Web Services, where she built and led the customer success approach for next generation customers.

KSC Seattle Launches K-Startup Networking Day with IntuitiveX to Promote Local Networking and Investment Opportunities for Innovative Korean Medical Startups

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
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The event aims to bring together the local Seattle healthcare and investor communities, showcase promising Korean biomedical and healthcare startups, and commemorate the launch of a first-of-its-kind, bio+healthcare Korean accelerator program in Washington.

Key Points: 
  • The event aims to bring together the local Seattle healthcare and investor communities, showcase promising Korean biomedical and healthcare startups, and commemorate the launch of a first-of-its-kind, bio+healthcare Korean accelerator program in Washington.
  • "KSC Seattle is dedicated to expanding and helping Korean startups enter the U.S. market and is specifically focusing on biomedical innovation and its development to contribute to economic growth for both U.S. and Korea," said David Hwang, Managing Director of KSC Seattle.
  • "Seattle is home to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Fred Hutch, and University of Washington.
  • Without a doubt, Korean medical startups have access to great opportunities in Washington State."