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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Canning, President Phone: 802.735.0840 Vermont Software Developers Alliance Changes Name To Vermont Technology Alliance; Expands Role New name reflects organization s goal to strengthen technologycompanies and increase technology jobs in Vermont May 17, 2012 The Vermont Software Developers Alliance haschanged its name to the Vermont Technology Alliance (vtTA) to better reflect the organization s expanding membership and itsmission to represent and support the state s growing number oftechnology companies that are creating high-skilled, high-payingjobs. VtTA companies represent one of the strongest sectors of theVermont economy. They have been adding jobs even during theeconomic downturn that earn higher than average Vermontsalaries. For example, vtTA members Dealer.com added 250 jobs in 2011, Technical Connection placed 200 people in tech jobs in 2011, and MyWebGrocer added 63 employees in the last six months. The Vermont Software Developers Alliance was formed in 2004 byentrepreneurs to foster a strong and growing software industry inVermont, with a focus on common business interests and programswhere members can share ideas, expertise and strategies forsuccess. As the organization has grown, Vermont companies inother technology business segments have identified common needs andhave joined or expressed interest in joining the Alliance. The namechange reflects this expanded role and that the organizationwelcomes all Vermont technology companies as members. VtTA is dedicated to helping and promoting Vermont s technologyindustry, creating technology jobs in the state, and advocatingpolicies that strengthen Vermont technology companies, said JohnCanning, president of the board. Some think of Vermont onlyin terms of farming, skiing or maple syrup and are surprised tolearn it also is home to cutting-edge software and technologycompanies that are creating innovative products and high-payingjobs. We want this important segment of the Vermont economy to berecognized, celebrated and supported. The Alliance recently published the second edition of Tapping Tech 2.0 , which highlights the positive impact of Vermont technologycompanies on the state s economy, including these facts: The average wage for a software company job in Vermont is $65,000 25% higher than the Vermont median household income $51,841(2010 U.S. Census). The estimated revenue generated in Vermont by vtTA members in 2011was $280 million representing an 87% increase in just two years. For every software developer hired, technology companies typicallyadd an additional six non-technical support positions. To continue to deliver these results, vtTA has identified three key needs: 1) educated employees with strongfoundations in science, math and technology who can fill currentand future job openings; 2) continued investment in high-speedInternet broadband connectivity throughout the state as well astraditional infrastructure that enables tech companies to operateand stay in Vermont; and 3) improved access to financing to helpVermont s knowledge-based businesses get started and expand. In addition to promoting tech-friendly public policy initiatives,the vtTA sponsors a number of programs and offerings in support of itsmission, including: Lunch and Learn Monthly information sessions for Vermont technology companiesand employees on a range of topics, from company profiles to publicpolicy initiatives to business advice and education. Vermont Tech Jam The Alliance is a founder of and participant in the Vermont Tech Jam an annual fall conference and exhibition that showcases morethan 70 Vermont technology and bioscience companies, and promotestechnology careers and education. Tapping Tech VtTA has produced the second edition of, Tapping Tech a 36-page, full color publication that highlights the positiveimpact of Vermont s growing technology businesses. Bentley Award The alliance has created The Bentley Award , which offers cash, Apple iPads and technical expertise in supportof specific projects focused on science, technology, engineering,arts, and mathematics (STEAM) in Vermont K-12 schools. The awardshonor the life of the late Bentley Seifer, who was the 12-year-oldson of Julie A. Davis and Bruce Seifer, a founding member of theAlliance. The Vermont Technology Alliance is welcoming new company andindividual members to join the organization. Details and the membership form are available at VtTA.org . We are high quality suppliers, our products such as Toyota Condenser Manufacturer , China Ford Evaporator for oversee buyer. To know more, please visits Ford Condenser.
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