Welcome to ConnecTech!!
As the premier association for Michigan's technology professionals, ConnecTech provides life-long learning opportunities to its members and supports Michigan's knowledge-based economy.
The mission of ConnecTech is to be Michigan's premier organization of technology professionals, providing them with the benefits, resources and tools vital to their success.
Members' Survey: Win a $50 or $200 Best Buy Gift Card!!!
Tell us what you think of ConnecTech and be entered to win a Best Buy gift card!! One winner from each chapter will receive a $50 gift card, and one overall winner will be chosen to receive a gift card worth $200.
Survey closes on Thursday, August 28, 2008.
Click here to complete our 2008 online survey
September Webinar: Getting the Most Out of Linked In (9/9/8, 2:30pm)
Many of us have profiles on Linked In, or have been invited to connect with others via the site. But do we really know how to work the tool to our best advantage? Motor City Connect co-founder Terry Bean walks us through the process of getting the most out of a Linked In account.
Awards Program Nominations Now Being Accepted!!
ConnecTech's 2008 Awards Program rewards individuals excellence in the Web industry in a unique partnership with the Troy Chamber. The event takes place on Wednesday, October 22 at Altair in Troy, featuring
Carol Cain and
Ken Theis.
This year's ConnecTech categories include individual awards for excellence in
Graphic Design, Copy Writing, Application Development and
Blogging.
Click here to learn more!
Mentor Program with CIOs
Applications for 2009 program will be accepted 9/15/08-12/15/08
ConnecTech members are eligible to apply for our yearly mentoring program, which pairs accepted mentees in a 9-month, one-on-one relationship with CIOs from the Midwest Technology Leaders.
Executive Coach Barry Demp facilitates training for both groups throughout the program. Applications for the 2009 program will be accepted in fall of 2008.
Click here to learn more!
Pictured above: Phil Bertolini, Mentor and CIO, Oakland County
Note: If you were a GLIMA member who joined in 2007, your membership into the new organization has been extended on a complimentary basis until December 31, 2008.
Some of the new member benefits include:
Members-only forum
Ability for members to post podcasts
Mentoring program with CIOs*
Network-wide webinars
Complimentary membership extension until 12/31/08
Awards program
We hope you enjoy the new Network, and look forward to hearing from you soon!
*Mentoring program applications available starting 1/2/08; please see Mentoring page for more details