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March 31, 2017
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Congratulations to 35 nominees! Tech Nite 2017
E-N Computers Lunch & Learn (4/4)
GENEDGE Workshops (4/11)
Second Tuesday Tech Meetup (4/11)
Job Opening: Part time IT/Network Support Professional (Chiedo IT)
JMU's 2017 Rocco Forum on the Future | What innovation will dominate the 21st century? (4/20)
Job Openings: Computer Network Specialist, Massanutten Technical Center
Job Opening: Associate Instructor of Technical Studies
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Innovation in Community Impact Award

The Community Impact Award is given to an individual, team, nonprofit/civic organization, or company in the Shenandoah Valley that aspires to use its capabilities to help solve a social or environmental issue in a local community while using technology to amplify the impact of a service, mission, or project. Collaborative efforts welcome.

Nominees:
Explore More Discovery Museum & JMU Debate Club
Harrisonburg Gift and Thrift, Inc. & Secure Futures, LLC
Wildlife Center of Virginia
 


Innovation in Emerging Business Award
 
Awarded to a Shenandoah Valley start-up technology company, or entrepreneur, that has proven the ability to achieve commercial success. Employees: 1-25

Nominees:
Blue Vigil, LLC
Canvex
The Chiedo Companies
IMADE3D
Ryzing Technologies


Innovation in Education K-12 Award

(sponsorship available |  TN17 sponsorship opportunities)

Awarded to the educator or program in K-12 that provides exceptional technology leadership, innovative use and/or development of technology while encouraging students to pursue higher education or training in science, technology, engineering or math.

Nominees:
Alleghany County Public Schools
Blue Ridge Community College
Fishburne Military School
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
The KidWind Challenge/JMU Wind Energy
Massanutten Technical Center
Rockingham County Public Schools
SD Solutions LLC et al
Shenandoah County Public Schools
Staunton City Public Schools

 
Innovation In Higher Education Award
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Awarded to the educator or program in higher education that provides exceptional technology leadership, innovative use and/or development of technology while encouraging students to pursue higher education or training in science, technology, engineering or math.

Nominees:
"Knowledge to Work" / Lord Fairfax Community College
UVA School of Medicine, Software and Development Implementation
VMI / VMI Research Laboratory


Innovation in Development Award

Awarded to a company or organization whose development of new technology applications and/or systems creates new processes, methodologies, and/or services for their own or others' benefit.

Nominees:
Axon AI 
Center for International Stabilization and Recovery's  CAST Project Team 
Immerge Technologies 
Serco, Inc.


Innovation in Utilization Award
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This award recognizes outstanding commercial growth and achievement by an established company that either produces or markets high tech products or services, or an established company or organization that produces/offers more traditional products and services (where technology itself is not the core business purpose).

Nominees:
Rivermont Farm
 Rockingham Group
 Shenandoah Computer Center
 Sigora Solar
 Total Technology Management

 
  Dr. John Noftsinger Leadership Award
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Recipient's leadership has served as a catalyst for 
positive technology-related activity in the Shenandoah Valley.
(Only one nominee is publicized, even if several nominations were received)

Nominee:
Dr. Harry Reif,
JMU CoB, Dept. of  Computer Information Systems and Business Analytics


 
People's Choice Award
Awarded to one nominee from the other categories. All nominees are candidates - and the company, organization, or individual with the most votes through social media *before* and *during* the event will win. Instructions on how to participate,  incl. what the hashtag will be, will be given in early April.
Get ready to vote for your favorite!


Congratulations to these fantastic nominees and their work! On May 3rd, we will have quite a celebration!

Want to get your organization's name associated with Tech Nite 2017 and your name in front of the premier tech crowd on May 3?
Join others and become a Tech Nite sponsor.
Details: 
TECH NITE 17
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E-N Computers: Lunch & Learn  for CFO's, COO's and IT Managers
VOiP: A Really Good Call
April 4, 2017, 11:30am , Wood Grill Buffet, Harrisonburg

A panel of speakers led by Ian MacRae of E-N Computers, 
will discuss how VOiP doesn't just improve your phone 
systems   --  VOiP influences good business intelligence.
There will be insight on how VOiP can create better 
opportunities for accountability, help distribute work loads, 
and more.  

Registration via E-N Computers:   encomputers.com/events

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GENEDGE Workshop
April 11th | Blue Ridge Community College | Weyers Cave  
 

Introduction to Lean Manufacturing * April 11 * BRCC / Weyers CaveLearn the Principles of Lean Manufacturing and how to apply them. During the simulation exercises - as a member of the production team of Buzz Electronics - you will apply Lean concepts such as standardized work, visual signals, batch-size reduction, pull systems, and more. Experience first hand how Lean improves quality, reduces cycle time, improves delivery performance, reduces Work-in-Process, and creates higher profits. For more information, click here

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Second Tuesday Tech Meetup (Welcome Jenzabar!)
Ruby's Arcade | April 11th | 4:30pm-6:30pm

Join the Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance for the best Tech Tuesday yet.

Jenzabar is moving their office, bringing over 50 tech lovers to downtown Harrisonburg. Join the celebration with familiar faces as well as meet some new tech enthusiasts. 

Have fun, drinks, and a great time of geeking out with our newly-expanded downtown  tech community.

Find more information and RSVP on the event's Facebook page.  

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Job Opening: Part time IT/Network Support Professional
Chiedo IT | Downtown Harrisonburg


Chiedo IT is hiring a part-time IT/Network Support professional. 

Contact chiedo@chiedo.com with your resume for details.

 

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JMU's 2017 Rocco Forum on the Future | What innovation will dominate the 21st century? 
April 20 | JMU Memorial Hall |  395 S High Street, Harrisonburg | 3-5 pm
Pre-registration required

Futurist, filmmaker and author Joel Barker will speak on wealth, innovation and diversity: Creating the spiral of hope for the 21st century. Barker will present an overview of one kind of innovation that he believes will dominate the 21st century.

Registration (free) via JMU: April 20, 2017 Rocco Forum on the Future

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Job Openings: 
Computer Network Specialist

Massanutten Technical Center

Oversees the operation of the MTC local area network, and connection to the RCPS Central office. Responsibilities  include installing, testing and performing routine maintenance on  Microsoft  servers,  as well as administration of the MTCVA.com google apps domain  and all local area network equipment. Identifies and solves problems related to  computer network technology and to communicate with users, manufacturers, and vendors concerning networking, hardware, or software issues. Oversees all audio / visual systems on the campus. Installs and maintains all classroom and conference room video projectors, document cameras, DVD video players.


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Job Openings: 
Associate Instructor of Technical Studies
From: Lord Fairfax Community College

This position will provide leadership for the applied trades and manufacturing certificates and programs in the Division of Business, Education, and Technology. Specific duties include coordinating various existing trades programs such as Electrical, HVAC, and Welding.  The position, in collaboration with engineering faculty, will also lead the development of new courses and programs relevant to a multi-craft/manufacturing technician program.   This instructor will coordinate high school "Trades Academy" programs and will lead the development of a trades academy for the Luray-Page County center location. This position may teach at off-site locations within the LFCC service region.  Fostering relationships with business and industry leaders, secondary partners, and the offices of Workforce Solutions and Continuing Education (WSCE) is important for the position.  

Link to the job posting and application process is:   https://goo.gl/b4LHwR

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