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TechAmerica Oregon
Alaska, Idaho, Montana, & Oregon
TechAmerica is the largest and strongest voice and resource for technology in the United States and is the industry’s leading trade association.
TechAmerica Oregon serves the business interests of technology companies located in the region by providing access to opportunities for networking, business development, education, advocacy, and through delivering a portfolio of products and services.
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Featured Event
Annual SEC & FASB Accounting Update with Terri Iannaconi
January 19, 2012, 7:30 – 10:30 AM
Join Us!
The annual SEC & FASB Accounting Update will include an additional deep-dive session on the current hot topics, revenue recognition and leasing.
You will learn about current SEC and FASB hot topics, evolving guidance on fair value, asset impairments, revenue recognition, and other current financial reporting topics. An update from the AICPA/SEC conference held in December will also be discussed. Complete Information.
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Events Recaps
Oktoberfest & Vendor Fair
October 26, 2011
Hopworks Urban Brewery
Portland, OR
Thank you to all who attended the first annual TechAmerica Oregon Oktoberfest — fun was had by all. Pictures of this event can be found on the TechAmerica Oregon Facebook page.
July 30, 2011: 9th Annual Party in the Pinot
On July 30, hundreds of the area’s top executives and service providers enjoyed the technology industry’s premier event of the summer, the 9th annual Party in the Pinot. View photos posted on the TechAmerica Oregon Facebook Page.
May 19, 2011: Oregon Technology Awards Ceremony – Celebrating excellence and achievement in Oregon’s technology industry since 1984.
Jennifer Bosze, Former Regional Vice President, TechAmerica with several Technology Executive of the Year and Lifetime Achievement Recipients.
The annual Oregon Technology Awards program, now in its third year managed by TechAmerica Oregon, celebrates excellence and achievement in the region’s technology industry. On May 19, 2011, the Oregon technology community celebrated excellence and achievements in the region’s technology industry and honored one outstanding Technology Executive of the Year and Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient. In addition, five individual industry segment and product awards were presented – click here for 2011 winner information.
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Cyberstates 2011
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Oregon’s Semiconductor Sector is 3rd Largest in the Nation with 23,600 Jobs |
Oregon’s high-tech industry lost 1,100 net jobs, a one percent decrease, for a total of 79,300 in 2010. Oregon saw slight gains in computer systems design and related services (+100 jobs), and semiconductor manufacturing (+700 jobs). The state saw its greatest losses in electronic components manufacturing employment (-400 jobs), Internet and telecommunications services (-500 jobs) and engineering services (-400). With the gains in semiconductor manufacturing, Oregon ranks 3rd nationwide in that sector with 23,600 jobs. Press Release.
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Get Involved! Volunteer on a Event Planning Committee
TechAmerica’s local committees collaborate to produce successful, high-value events for the technology community. By participating on a TechAmerica committee you are playing a direct role in improving the state’s technology industry, enhancing your professional knowledge and skills, and gaining the recognition of industry decision-makers. Download the Committee Handbook & Recruitment Form. Questions? Contact, Kari.Naone@techamerica.org or 503-624-5715.
Get Noticed! Sponsor an Event
Are you currently a TechAmerica member looking for a way to reach new customers and stay connected to current ones? Consider taking advantage of TechAmerica Oregon advertising and sponsorship opportunities. For more information or to take advantage of these opportunities, please contact Kari Naone at 503.624.5715., kari.naone@techamerica.org.
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2011 Oregon Legislative Session
The 2011 Oregon Legislature has adjourned. As it has for nearly 30 years, TechAmerica maintained a daily presence in the State Capitol, monitoring legislation and driving proposals to advance the technology industry in the state. TechAmerica issued weekly legislative updates throughout the session. The session was a success for TechAmerica’s legislative agenda.
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Featured Business Service
Member to Member Discount Index
The Discount Index, part of TechAmerica’s Member to Member program, is an online platform where members can post discounts and shop for products and services at a reduced price. The Discount Index is designed to help expand marketing efforts, and enables you and your company to save on products and services. Enjoy your discount!
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TechAmerica Foundation’s Cyberstates 2011 – Job Losses in U.S. High-Tech Industry Decline in 2010
Oregon’s high-tech industry lost 1,100 net jobs, a one percent decrease, for a total of 79,300 in 2010. Oregon saw slight gains in computer systems design and related services (+100 jobs), and semiconductor manufacturing (+700 jobs). The state saw its greatest losses in electronic components manufacturing employment (-400 jobs), Internet and telecommunications services (-500 jobs) and engineering services (-400). With the gains in semiconductor manufacturing, Oregon ranks 3rd nationwide in that sector with 23,600 jobs.
Learn more about high-tech employment in Idaho and Oregon.
Learn more about additional recent TechAmerica Oregon activities.
Contact Us
TechAmerica Oregon
5285 SW Meadows Road, Suite 200
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
Phone: 503.624.6050
Fax: 503.624.9354
(Directions)
Kari Naone, Acting Regional Vice President – Executive Director
P: 503.624.5715
Patrica Tolle, Office Administrator
P: 503.624.4871
Jim Craven, Contract Lobbyist
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