Toledo Tech Events

Connect I.T.: Bringing together Information Technology Professionals in the Toledo Region

Come to the first EPIC Toledo Connect I.T. to learn something new, meet other IT professionals, and discuss the latest IT trends and solutions.

Steve Zerby, Owens Corning Chief Information Officer & Vice President, will briefly discuss leading the IT organization at Owens Corning.

You will have the opportunity to meet with other IT Professionals from around the Toledo Region. There will be various IT experts in attendance to facilitate discussions on topics such as Application Development, Systems Analysis, Network Infrastructure, IT Leadership, and Project Management.

A wide range of technology professionals are expected to attend: analysts, software engineers, system administrators, IT architects, project managers, networking specialists, and other IT staff, plus vendors.

Connect I.T. is part of a new series of events from EPIC Toledo that is geared toward connecting people in specific industries, related professions, or around important topics.

EPIC Toledo strives to connect high-potential emerging leaders to each other and the community, as well as help attract and retain diverse young talent.

While the event is targeted towards Information Technology Professionals, anyone interested in meeting IT professionals and discussing technology with them is also welcome to attend.

There is no cost to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time so we know how many to expect. Register: http://www.toledochamber.com/events/Connect-IT-Bringing-Together-Information-Technology-Professionals-in-the-Toledo-Region-1268/details

This event is open to non-EPIC and non-Chamber members.

Come to Connect IT to learn something new, meet other Information Technology professionals, and discuss the latest IT trends and solutions. The event is being hosted by ProMedica, organized by EPIC Toledo, in collaboration with Tech Toledo.

The evening features small group discussions with other IT Professionals, facilitated by regional experts. Roundtables will include:

• Cybersecurity, facilitated by Scott Halbur, FBI
• Web application development, facilitated by the Toledo Web Professionals
• Project management, facilitated by the Project Management Institute Western Lake Erie Chapter
• Tech startups, facilitated by the University of Toledo LaunchPad Incubation and ProMedica Innovations

Other roundtable topics will be determined by attendee interest.

A wide range of technology professionals are invited to attend: analysts, software engineers, system administrators, IT architects, project managers, networking specialists, and other IT staff, plus vendors.

Schedule

• 5:30pm: Doors open. Enjoy soft drinks and snacks, courtesy of ProMedica, as you meet other IT professionals.
• 6:00pm: Welcoming and opening remarks.
• 6:30pm: Roundtable session. Join a group of peers interested in the same IT-related topic. Discuss your latest challenges and learn about solutions.
• 7:00pm: Continue with your current roundtable or join a different one.
• 7:30pm: Concluding remarks.

After the event, a group will head to a local bar/restaurant to continue the conversations, get more to eat, and enjoy some adult beverages.

Connect IT is part of a series of events from EPIC Toledo that is geared toward connecting people in specific industries, related professions, or around important topics.

EPIC Toledo strives to connect high-potential emerging leaders to each other and the community, as well as help attract and retain diverse young talent.

While the event is targeted towards Information Technology professionals, anyone applying technology to improve the regional economy is also welcome to participate.

There is no cost to attend, but we ask everyone to register ahead of time so we know how many people to expect and what additional roundtable topics to include.

Come to the 3rd edition of Connect IT to learn something new, meet other Information Technology professionals, and discuss the latest IT trends and solutions. The event is being hosted by Dana Information Technology, organized by EPIC Toledo, in collaboration with Tech Toledo.

The evening features small group discussions with other IT Professionals, facilitated by regional experts. Roundtable topics are still to be determined. A wide range of technology professionals are invited to attend: analysts, software engineers, system administrators, IT architects, project managers, and other IT staff, plus vendors.

Schedule

• 5:30pm: Doors open. Enjoy soft drinks and a light meal in the cafeteria, courtesy of our sponsors, as you meet other IT professionals.
• 6:15pm: Welcoming and opening remarks by our hosts, Dana (in the cafeteria).
• 6:30pm: Roundtable session #1 in break-out rooms. Join a group of peers interested in the same IT-related topic. Discuss your latest challenges and learn about solutions.
• 7:00 - 7:15pm: Break. Get some more food and take a restroom break. Head to the room for your next roundtable.
• 7:15pm: Roundtable session #2.
• 7:45pm: Concluding remarks and wrap-up (in the cafeteria).
• 8:00pm: End of event: go home or find a group and head to a nearby bar to continue the discussion.

Connect IT is part of a series of events from EPIC Toledo that is geared toward connecting people in specific industries, related professions, or around important topics. EPIC Toledo strives to connect high-potential emerging leaders to each other and the community, as well as help attract and retain diverse young talent.

While the event is targeted towards Information Technology professionals, anyone applying technology to improve the regional economy is also welcome to participate.

There is no cost to attend, but attendees MUST register ahead of time for security purposes, so we know how much food to get, and to plan specific roundtable topics.

Parking is free and convenient. Park BEHIND the building and enter through the door at the back of the building.

It is time to register for another Connect IT, roundtable discussions for information technology professionals in the Toledo region. Learn something new, meet other IT professionals, and discuss the latest IT trends & solutions.

The evening features small group discussions on IT topics. When you register, select from the 21 general topics (“additional information” on page 2 of the registration form) to let us know what you want to talk about.

• 5:30pm: Doors open, light meal, socializing
• 6:00pm: Welcoming and opening remarks
• 6:15pm: Roundtable session #1
• 7:00pm: Break
• 7:15pm: Roundtable session #2
• 7:45pm: Concluding remarks and wrap-up
• 8:00pm: End of event

There is no cost to attend, but attendees MUST register ahead of time for security purposes, so we know how much food to get, and to plan specific roundtable topics.

Thanks to Expedient for providing food as part of their sponsorship!

Connect IT is part of a series of events from EPIC Toledo which are geared toward connecting people in specific industries, related professions, or around important topics. EPIC Toledo strives to connect high-potential emerging leaders to each other and the community, as well as help attract and retain diverse young talent.

While the event is targeted towards Information Technology professionals, anyone applying technology to improve the regional economy is also welcome to participate.