Thursday, May 14th, 2026 Dear ITC Members and Newsletter Subscribers,
Welcome to this month’s Idaho Technology Council update. Across Idaho, innovation continues to accelerate—and our tech community is leading the way. In this edition, we’re sharing member highlights, upcoming events, industry insights, and the stories shaping the future of technology and innovation throughout our state.
Warm regards, Diane Temple, President & CEO Betsy Davies, Vice President & COO
Tim Munkres, Marketing Coordinator Mary Simpson, Programs & Events Coordinator |
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Final Chance to Register Join Us Next Tuesday May 19th |
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Join us in Twin Falls for the iTECH Summit, and IDEA² pitch competition. |
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Global semiconductor sales hit nearly $300 billion in Q1 2026 — chips are on track to top $1 trillion for this year, says report By Anton Shilov // May 6 , 2026 Tom's Hardware
Global semiconductor revenue reached $298.5 billion in the first quarter of 2026, up a whopping 25% from the previous quarter, according to the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA). The SIA believes that the industry is on track to top $1 trillion in sales this year.
FULL ARTICLE HERE
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| Data Centers Confront Rising Cyber and Physical Security Threats By Cassandre Coyer April 30, 2026 BloombergLaw
Drones hit Amazon Web Services data centers in the Middle East in March, triggering temporary outages, and Iran warned that other US tech giants could be next. In the US, someone shot up the home of an Indianapolis official who had backed a local data center development, reflecting the bubbling tension around the AI infrastructure surge.
FULL ARTICLE HERE
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| Agentic AI: Navigating The Evolving Frontier By Chuck Brooks // May 8, 2026
Forbes As 2026 advances, the digital landscape has evolved to be increasingly proactive and “always-on.” Using technology to guide decisions is leading to the delegation of authority. It is an evolving technological frontier.
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Katie Bard || Michele Collins || Jason Nino |
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INTRODUCING Nate Amidon CEO & President Form100 Consulting
DESCRIBE THE BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION YOU WORK FOR: Form100 Consulting is a specialized staffing and execution partner for technology leaders running complex programs. We embed top military talent into technology teams to deliver clarity, accountability, and predictable outcomes. WHAT SETS THIS BUSINESS APART FROM OTHERS IN THE INDUSTRY?
We are not a traditional staffing and consulting firm. Most staffing firms provide capacity while most consultancies provide recommendations. Form100 Consulting is a specialized staffing firm that does both. We provide clients with leaders who have leadership training and experience gained in the military. They seamlessly integrate with our client's team, supported by extensive industry experience, a disciplined methodology and established systems. We work together as a team to drive alignment, clarity, and implement the right processes to deliver value.
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CONNECT WITH NATE |
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UPCOMING EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES |
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Join our Digital Masterclass, May 21st |
When a critical incident hits and your system is under extreme load, your biology takes over. You can't fix it by just "trying harder," and let's be honest, traditional wellness fluff doesn't work for analytical minds. You don't need a pep talk; you need a system override. |
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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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MEMBER ADVANTAGE PROGRAM (ITC M.A.P)! |
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Unlock More with ITC's Member Advantage Program (M.A.P)
What if your ITC membership could actively save you money and power your growth? That’s exactly what the Member Advantage Program (MAP) is designed to do.
MAP connects you to exclusive discounts, premium tools, and high-impact services—so you can spend less time worrying about costs and more time scaling your business. 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 Temple 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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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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