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Developing a technology- focused event around the theme of digital innovation, showcasing the technology and innovation ecosystem Greater Grand Rapids offers.
Establishing an Emerging Trends series in Greater Grand Rapids in which the community would invite technologists, futurists, and other thought leaders to speak on cutting- edge technologies, trends, and other topics.
Increasing opportunities, formal and informal, for meetups, networking, and experience sharing among Greater Grand Rapids’ tech community.
Creating more opportunities to get students inside regional tech companies or tech departments, increasing exposure to real-world, real-time tech projects while showcasing careers in the field.
Launching a Technology Week, inviting tech companies to speak to schools about careers in tech modeled after CareerQuest and the Discover Manufacturing event where thousands of students engage with employers.
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