Thursday, November 13, 2025 Dear ITC Members and Newsletter Subscribers,
As November arrives and Idaho’s landscapes turn gold, our tech community continues to grow brighter with new ideas, partnerships, and progress. The Idaho Technology Council remains committed to empowering innovation, connecting leaders, and fostering a thriving ecosystem for entrepreneurs, students, and companies shaping Idaho’s future. Here’s what’s happening across Idaho Tech:
Mission $10k - Verizon Grant Submission Workshop - November 18
Are you a veteran or spouse-owned small business ready to take your next big step? Join the Idaho Technology Council and the Veteran Entrepreneur Alliance for a hands-on Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant Workshop — and walk out with your $10,000 grant application submitted!
High-Tech Connect Networking at ITC!! - November 18
Come join us at the ITC Offices for our monthly networking event series designed for tech professionals, recent graduates, entrepreneurs and adjacent industries. Spark Series - Biotech Frontiers: Advancing Health & Innovation - November 20
This session highlights innovations in biotech, from precision medicine to sustainable solutions, and explores how Idaho’s tech ecosystem can contribute to the future of healthcare and life sciences.
We hope to see you at one of our events this month! "We love it when our friends become friends." Warm regards, Diane Temple, President & CEO Betsy Davies, Vice President of Operations Tim Munkres, Mentorship Coordinator |
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As the 2025 Idavation Hall of Fame Awards come to a close, we extend heartfelt congratulations to this year’s honorees whose vision, leadership, and creativity continue to shape Idaho’s technology landscape. |
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2025 WiTECH Summit - Save Your Seat |
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Join us December 10th at JUMP Boise |
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In cased you missed it, click HERE for the recording. |
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INTRODUCING Sarah Marshall Microsoft Sr. Director, Public Affairs
DESCRIBE THE BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION YOU WORK FOR:
Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT” @microsoft) enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. The company's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. I sit within the Public Affairs team in our Corporate and Legal Affairs department where my role is to lead the company's communications around a $4B USD initiative to provide AI tools and skilling to global education and nonprofit organizations for Microsoft Elevate
WHAT SETS THIS BUSINESS APART FROM OTHERS IN THE INDUSTRY?
Very few companies can say they've shaped the technology sector for fifty years—Microsoft marked its half-century milestone in 2025. The company began with a vision to have a personal computer on every desk and now focuses on harnessing artificial intelligence to drive global economic growth and opportunity. Microsoft’s decades of influence highlight the importance of working together to ensure technology is used responsibly. With AI, we know it's vital that people are given the skills necessary to use it safely and to their advantage.
READ MORE CONNECT WITH SARAH |
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Verizon is giving out $10,000 small business grants as part of their Small Business Digital Ready Program. It’s legit, it’s free to apply, and yes, we’ve seen people actually get it. |
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Welcome new individual member, Luke McDonough.
Luke is the Division Director at Beacon Hill. You can find out more about Luke by CLICKING HERE to visit him on LinkedIn |
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INTRODUCING Taylor Kaufman Account Executive Nile DESCRIBE THE BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION YOU WORK FOR:
Nile is a next generation wired and wireless LAN that instantly prevents ransomware attacks, continuously monitors and tunes its performance, and automates management. WHAT SETS THIS BUSINESS APART FROM OTHERS IN THE INDUSTRY? Nile's takes a wholly unique approach to addressing network complexity, cybersecurity, and financial burdens. Through cloud native, AI orchestrated provisioning and built-in security functions, Nile eliminates bolt-on tools and provides the functionality of a next generation LAN; without the headache of refresh cycles. READ MORE
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR |
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UPCOMING EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES |
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High-Tech Connect Networking Event |
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Join us on November 18, From 5pm to 7pm |
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Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant Submission Workshop |
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Join the 2nd Annual STEM Fair, February 18th 2025 This exciting STEM event is a great opportunity for students to learn of the many options they have for programs, colleges, and careers in STEM! |
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Join us for our November ITC's SPARK SERIES! |
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This is an educational initiative designed to strengthen Idaho’s tech ecosystem through monthly, expert-led online sessions.
Whether you're a tech professional, entrepreneur, or investor, the Spark Series offers the knowledge and connections needed to navigate and grow within Idaho’s evolving tech landscape. |
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Join us on November 20th, at 12pm MT |
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WiTECH is more than a conference. It’s a catalyst where real allies come together, practical skills are shared, and women are inspired to own their strengths and reach their full potential as leaders in tech.
At WiTECH, bold ideas spark action, connections grow into collaborations, and leaders, innovators, and allies drive change that expands opportunities and shapes the future of tech.
Because when women lead in technology, everyone wins. Teams grow stronger, products become more inclusive, and solutions solve the problems that matter most. Together, we are shaping a future we are all excited to build. |
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Every Tuesday from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST, SOFWERX provides a platform for Industry and Academia to showcase their innovative capabilities.
Participants have the opportunity to present their solutions in 30-minute time slots to USSOCOM and other interested government partners, fostering collaboration and potential partnerships. Don't miss this chance to share your expertise and connect with key decision-makers!
SIGN UP HERE |
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FedTech Startup Studio – Seeking Aspiring and Experienced Entrepreneurs |
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FedTech's Startup Studio connects breakthrough technologies from federal and university labs with driven entrepreneurs ready to bring them to market. Through an immersive, months-long program, participants are guided through the lean startup model while navigating the unique challenges of commercializing federally funded innovations. REGISTRATION INFORMATION HERE |
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Check out our new jobs page for ITC Members!
We would love to work with your recruiter to keep our tech talent in Idaho. |
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Meta plans $600 billion US spend as AI data centers expand
By Reuters // November 7 , 2025 Reuters
Meta Platforms (META.O), on Friday said it will invest $600 billion in U.S. infrastructure and jobs over the next three years, including artificial intelligence data centers, as the social media giant races to build infrastructure to power its AI ambitions.
FULL ARTICLE HERE
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| A better way of thinking about the AI bubble
By Russell Brandom // November 10 , 2025 TechCrunch
People often think about tech bubbles in apocalyptic terms, but it doesn’t have to be as serious as all that. In economic terms, a bubble is a bet that turned out to be too big, leaving you with more supply than demand. The upshot: It’s not all or nothing, and even good bets can turn sour if you aren’t careful about how you make them.
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| Google’s rolling out its most powerful AI chip, taking aim at Nvidia with custom silicon
By Mackenzie Sigalos and Jennifer Elias // November 6 , 2025 CNBC
The chip, built in-house, is designed to handle everything from the training of large models to powering real-time chatbots and AI agents. In connecting up to 9,216 chips in a single pod, Google says the new Ironwood TPUs eliminate “data bottlenecks for the most demanding models” and give customers “the ability to run and scale the largest, most data-intensive models in existence.”
FULL ARTICLE HERE |
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NEW MEMBER ADVANTAGE PROGRAM (ITC MAP)! |
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What is the ITC MAP Our MAP program provides members of the ITC with discounts and member services for all your business needs! BIO Services Program
The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) is the first organization to contribute to this program. For no fee, ITC members can participate in the BIO Services Program. This is an amazing opportunity for those in the BioTech space or just looking for a cost-savings program to join! Member Benefits on NetSuite
NetSuite is a unified, cloud-based business management platform helping tens of thousands of customers across the globe automate core processes and provide real-time visibility into operational and financial performance.
Organizations of all sizes and across dozens of industries run on NetSuite and its applications for finance, supply chain management, customer relationship management (CRM), human resources, professional services, ecommerce, and more.
Interested in Contributing
Think you have a program that could benefit ITC members? If you are interested in contributing to the MAP program, please reach out to Diane Bevan at diane@idahotechcouncil.org for more information. Please note: you must be a member to participate or create a discount.
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GET INVOLVED WITH THE ITC |
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Interested in becoming more involved? Please consider joining the newly formed Idaho Technology Ambassador Committee, where you will have the opportunity to assist in planning and execution of events, meet new and existing members, and become the welcoming arm of the ITC.
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ADVERTISE IN ITC's TECHWIRE NEWSLETTER |
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TECHBRIDGE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM |
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Dear Tech Leaders,
We’re excited to introduce TechBridge, a new mentorship initiative by the Idaho Technology Council. Our goal is simple: to connect Idaho’s tech students with experienced professionals like you, bridging the gap through mentorship, resources, and industry.
Through TechBridge, you’ll have the opportunity to guide aspiring tech talent—especially students from underrepresented, at-risk, and in-need backgrounds—by providing industry insights, professional connections, and access to essential resources. Why Become a TechBridge Mentor?
Idaho’s tech industry is growing fast, but many students face barriers to entering the field. We would love to have you as part of this program! Thank you for considering this opportunity to mentor and advocate for Idaho’s tech community. Your leadership will make a lasting impact! Best, ITC Team |
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