Articles for Louisiana Technology Council

In an effort to assist Louisiana Technology Council member companies and to notify our email subscribers, we have attempted to summarize some important information that you might find useful as you begin you recovery efforts. In addition, the LTC office is open for business. Although our offices are somewhat small, we have some open areas within our facility to assist for a limited number of companies ...

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Mark S. Lewis (LTC) Jeff Tieszen (IBM) (504) 304-2911 (512) 286-2279 mlewis@ltc-la.org jtieszen@us.ibm.com IBM invests in Louisiana business development by joining ...

The LTC's 4th Annual CIO Forum is coming up this Friday August 22nd. As a special incentive to get technology students more involved with the technology community, the LTC is offering up to 10 seats to full time technology students to attend the forum at NO CHARGE. If you know someone who is interested in attending this event, please have them send an email to Mark Lewis at ...

The Louisiana Technology Council's 4th Annual CIO Forum Luncheon connects local tech leaders with the nation’s top tech experts, and educates the public on the use of new and emerging technologies and its’ effect on today’s economy. This year's CIO's include Gerri Martin-Flickinger of Adobe Systems, Inc. and Darko Hrelic of Gartner, Inc. Date: Friday, August 22, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM  ...

TECH DAY AT THE PARK! Join the LTC at Zephyrs Stadium- Monday, August 18, 2008 See behind-the-scenes technology used at the ball park! Join us for an evening of baseball - Zephyrs vs. Iowa Cubs - and networking. Family-friendly, in our own air-conditioned suite! Food and beverages included along with game ticket. Please note: the ...

August 4, 2008 LTC Community News brought to you by Antares Technology Solutions http://www.antaresnet.com In this issue: Louisiana Technology Happenings - LTC Business Recovery Space Available - A Loss is Felt Throughout the Tech Community with the ...

In late 2005, the LTC, in partnership with Louisiana Economic Development (LED) opened up the Business Recovery/Incubator Center (BRC) to help displaced businesses recover from the effects of Hurricane Katrina and to help new businesses. The LTC continues to operate the BRC by offering closed door office and/or cubicle space for interested recovering or new business ...

The Louisiana Technology Council is assisting Greater New Orleans, Inc. is undertaking a comprehensive analysis of the workforce in our ten parish region. They have hired Younger Associates and The Wadley-Donovan Group, a highly regarded workforce research team, to conduct the analysis. This study will be the first of its kind to provide critical information on the post-Katrina labor force in southeast Louisiana. Its purpose is to ...

Join the Louisiana Technology Council for a special Executive Breakfast featuring the new President and CEO of Greater New Orleans, Inc., Michael Hecht, presenting GNO, Inc.'s plans for the future and technology's role. Date: Thursday, July 31, 2008 Time: 7:30am - 9:00am Location: Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel - 739 Canal Street Cost: $20 for LTC Members, $35 for ...

New Orleans plays host for the second year in a row to the AFL's biggest event. To add to the mix, the Arena Football League has engaged local organizations, the Downtown Development District and the Louisiana Technology Council, to showcase the technology that it takes to bring this event to life for those in the arena and nationwide. Tech N.O. Bowl 2008 is a Sports Technology and ...

Join the LTC at Sweet Fire and Ice in Metairie on Tuesday, July 22nd from 5:30pm to 7:30pm for this month's Networking Happy Hour. Only $5 for Members and $10 for Non-Members gets your first drink free, and complementary appetizers. Sign up today, bring your business cards and a friend or colleague, and learn more about what the LTC has ...

Don't miss this great opportunity to learn about becoming an investor-ready entrepreneur! Learn about the equity funding “food chain” Find out what investors look for and expect from the companies they fund. Learn how to make your company “investor-ready” (and improve your business while you’re at it). Assess your own “readiness” at each step of the way. Hear from those who’ve “done it”. ...

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July 14, 2008 LTC Community News brought to you by CommTech Industries http://www.commtech.com and SmarTECHS http://www.smartechs.net  ...

NETT 2008 Northshore Excellence in Teaching with Technology July 17 & 18, 2008 Still Time to Register! But Registration is by Credit Card only and workshop selections are limited. Click here for Latest Conference Updates  ...

To register for any event, click on the date July 2008 TechAssistLA Marketing Seminars: Every Wednesday in July – free to attend! July 16th - Greater New Orleans PMI Monthly Dinner Meeting: Discounted price for LTC Members! July 17th & 18th - NETT Conference:  ...

Sponsorship Opportunities available for this important seminar The Investor Ready Entrepreneur seminar is ideal for the entrepreneur primed to pursue private equity growth financing. Developed and delivered by experienced entrepreneurs, angel investors, angel fund executives, and venture capitalists, the seminar will include what investors look for in financing an early stage venture opportunity, how to reduce barriers to garnering funding, as well as how to navigate the investment ...

Our Membership Director, Jessica Rohloff, has recently obtained a new position with another company. We are very sorry to see her leave, and as a result the LTC is seeking a full-time Membership Director to continue our overall efforts in growth and retention of membership. Candidates should possess excellent computer skills including all Microsoft Office programs; strong interpersonal skills; be an outgoing, results oriented, self ...

Operation Hope (www.operationhope.org) welcomes CPA volunteers from Illinois and Massachusetts as they come to New Orleans and Houma to assist local small businesses rebuild and renew through free one-on-one counseling services and community seminars the week of July 12, 2008.

Become an investor-ready entrepreneur! Learn about the equity funding “food chain” Find out what investors look for and expect from the companies they fund. Learn how to make your company “investor-ready” (and improve your business while you’re at it). Assess your own “readiness” at each step of the way. Hear from those who’ve “done it”. Panelists will include serial entrepreneurs and angel investors who’ve “been ...