While you may not think this is that relevant when reading it, you must look back at how this organization was formed and the growth it has achieved. Simply put the technology community will be the future of the RNR. With sound leadership, forward thinking and an innovative approach, the NCTC will be at the helm of driving the economic prosperity desired in the RNR. If you are not a member and read this blog, then shame on you. Join today and we will see you at the next NCTC meetup.

The NewVa Corridor Technology Council(NCTC) has announced that its membership has surpassed 200 member organizations. The NCTC is a non-profit membership association that serves and promotes the growing technology industry in the NewVa Region, which encompasses Roanoke and Blacksburg, VA and surrounding counties.

Cory Donovan, Executive Director, considers the 29% increase over last year especially significant during the current economic downturn. “Technology and innovation will help us recover from this situation and position our region for a bright future moving forward.”

In addition to being a voice for technology in the Roanoke/Blacksburg region, the NCTC hosts events and is a resource for those involved with the local tech industry. NCTC members may post their job openings for free on the organizations website because, as Donovan says, “Even in the current economic conditions, many of our member companies have job opportunities for those with the right skill set.”

The NCTC will host TechNite on May 21^stat the Hotel Roanoke to celebrate the growing technology community in the region. Award nominations are currently being accepted for five awards, including Rising Star, Entrepreneur, Innovation, and NewVa Leadership. The NCTC is also accepting nominations for the Educator Award, which recognizes a K-12 education professional who goes above and beyond in the area of STEM (Science, Technology, and Math) education.

About the NewVa Corridor Technology Council

The NCTC is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization, with member companies ranging from the smallest, emerging technology firms to some of the largest employers in the NewVa region. For more information about the NCTC, please visit www.TheTechnologyCouncil.com.

Great article found here about why entrepreneurship now in this economy is essential to long-term prosperity.

The veteran, Jim Flowers, and assistant Lindsey Eversole are at it again. This time they are taking their entrepreneurial programs to another level by hosting the VT KnowledgeWorks Entrepreneurial Summit on April 2 at the Inn at Virginia Tech. This organization is the leader in our region for the awareness, facilitation, and cheerleading of the importance of entrepreneurs. Register now for this event.

If you have an opinion, then come to Northside High School today, Tuesday, at 6 pm to learn more about it.

An interesting opportunity to hear two great personalities on one stage to help you with your personal challenges and goals. Chris Neck and Frank Beamer.