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Startup Launchpad: Building and Scaling Your Tech Venture
5/15/2025
This session will cover key steps in launching and scaling a tech company, from securing funding to developing a go-to-market strategy. Learn from founders and investors about overcoming common startup challenges and accelerating growth.
Location: Via Zoom
CyberShield: Navigating Cybersecurity in a Digital World
6/19/2025
This session explores best practices in cybersecurity, threat prevention, and risk management. Industry experts will provide insights into the latest threats, security frameworks, and tools to protect data and systems.
Location: Via Zoom
AI in Action: Practical Applications for Business & Innovation
7/17/2025
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries, but how can businesses implement AI effectively?
This session dives into real-world AI applications, strategies for adoption, and the ethical considerations of AI-driven decision-making. Learn from experts about the opportunities and challenges AI presents.
Location: Via Zoom
Venture Ready: Navigating Funding and Investment for Startups
8/21/2025
This session breaks down different funding options, from angel investment to venture capital, and what investors look for in a scalable business. Gain insights into pitching, due diligence, and securing the right investors for your startup.
Location: Via Zoom
Deep Tech & Disruptive Innovation: The Next Frontier for Startups
9/18/2025
This session highlights cutting-edge innovations, the unique challenges of commercializing deep tech, and strategies for securing investment in these high-risk, high-reward ventures.
Location: Via Zoom
BioTech Frontiers: Advancing Health & Innovation
11/20/2025
Location: Via Zoom
The Exit Playbook: Strategies for Startup Growth and Acquisition
12/18/2025
This session explores scaling strategies, partnerships, and exit planning, with insights from founders who have successfully navigated high-growth phases and acquisitions.
Location: Via Zoom
5/15/2025
The Idaho Technology Council’s Spark Series is an educational initiative designed to strengthen Idaho’s tech ecosystem through expert-led online sessions. Covering a wide range of topics—including cybersecurity, AI, biotech, investing in innovation, and securing business capital—this series provides valuable insights from industry leaders. Each session features engaging presentations in an open environment that fosters curiosity, collaboration, and practical learning. 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.
Turning an idea into a thriving tech startup requires strategy, resilience, and the right support.
This session will cover key steps in launching and scaling a tech company, from securing funding to developing a go-to-market strategy. Learn from founders and investors about overcoming common startup challenges and accelerating growth.
Location: Via Zoom
6/19/2025
The Idaho Technology Council’s Spark Series is an educational initiative designed to strengthen Idaho’s tech ecosystem through expert-led online sessions. Covering a wide range of topics—including cybersecurity, AI, biotech, investing in innovation, and securing business capital—this series provides valuable insights from industry leaders. Each session features engaging presentations in an open environment that fosters curiosity, collaboration, and practical learning. 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.
As cyber threats evolve, businesses and individuals must stay ahead of risks.
This session explores best practices in cybersecurity, threat prevention, and risk management. Industry experts will provide insights into the latest threats, security frameworks, and tools to protect data and systems.
Location: Via Zoom
7/17/2025
The Idaho Technology Council’s Spark Series is an educational initiative designed to strengthen Idaho’s tech ecosystem through expert-led online sessions. Covering a wide range of topics—including cybersecurity, AI, biotech, investing in innovation, and securing business capital—this series provides valuable insights from industry leaders. Each session features engaging presentations in an open environment that fosters curiosity, collaboration, and practical learning. 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.
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries, but how can businesses implement AI effectively?
This session dives into real-world AI applications, strategies for adoption, and the ethical considerations of AI-driven decision-making. Learn from experts about the opportunities and challenges AI presents.
Location: Via Zoom
8/21/2025
The Idaho Technology Council’s Spark Series is an educational initiative designed to strengthen Idaho’s tech ecosystem through expert-led online sessions. Covering a wide range of topics—including cybersecurity, AI, biotech, investing in innovation, and securing business capital—this series provides valuable insights from industry leaders. Each session features engaging presentations in an open environment that fosters curiosity, collaboration, and practical learning. 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.
Raising capital is one of the biggest hurdles for tech startups.
This session breaks down different funding options, from angel investment to venture capital, and what investors look for in a scalable business. Gain insights into pitching, due diligence, and securing the right investors for your startup.
Location: Via Zoom
9/18/2025
The Idaho Technology Council’s Spark Series is an educational initiative designed to strengthen Idaho’s tech ecosystem through expert-led online sessions. Covering a wide range of topics—including cybersecurity, AI, biotech, investing in innovation, and securing business capital—this series provides valuable insights from industry leaders. Each session features engaging presentations in an open environment that fosters curiosity, collaboration, and practical learning. 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.
From quantum computing to biotech breakthroughs, deep tech startups are tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges.
This session highlights cutting-edge innovations, the unique challenges of commercializing deep tech, and strategies for securing investment in these high-risk, high-reward ventures.
Location: Via Zoom
11/20/2025
The Idaho Technology Council’s Spark Series is an educational initiative designed to strengthen Idaho’s tech ecosystem through expert-led online sessions. Covering a wide range of topics—including cybersecurity, AI, biotech, investing in innovation, and securing business capital—this series provides valuable insights from industry leaders. Each session features engaging presentations in an open environment that fosters curiosity, collaboration, and practical learning. 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.
Biotechnology is at the forefront of medical and scientific breakthroughs.
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.
Location: Via Zoom
12/18/2025
The Idaho Technology Council’s Spark Series is an educational initiative designed to strengthen Idaho’s tech ecosystem through expert-led online sessions. Covering a wide range of topics—including cybersecurity, AI, biotech, investing in innovation, and securing business capital—this series provides valuable insights from industry leaders. Each session features engaging presentations in an open environment that fosters curiosity, collaboration, and practical learning. 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.
From early-stage traction to acquisition or IPO, every startup needs a roadmap for success.
This session explores scaling strategies, partnerships, and exit planning, with insights from founders who have successfully navigated high-growth phases and acquisitions.
Location: Via Zoom