Steve Cooper, CEO, NextUp Solutions The Experiential Learning in Tech Employment (ELITE) Grant has launched as Virginia’s first ever work-based learning grant for mentored software developers. These two inaugural projects engage student engineers from Virginia Tech...

Southwest Virginia – March 2021. The Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council (RBTC) proudly announces the inaugural ELITE grant launch, Virginia's first-ever work-based learning grant for mentored software developers. The Experiential Learning In Tech Employment (ELITE)...

Regional Technology Alliance Releases New Brand, Vision Roanoke, Virginia, March 8, 2021 – Today, at a special virtual event, three established and well-known regional technology organizations formalized and celebrated their 2020 strategic alliance - revealing the new...

I think everyone can agree that 2020 was a year never expected. A year where many organizations rushed to implement a “plan” for telecommuting while ensuring employees felt safe, motivated, and valued. A year that HR professionals were put to the test; a test that no...

Blacksburg, VA - December 16, 2020. The Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council (RBTC) held a virtual press conference to discuss tech talent initiatives, including the Experiential Learning In Tech Employment (ELITE) program, which connects tech talent to local, Region...

From my perspective – bring on 2021!  I am sure we are all ready to close out 2020.  As we wind down 2020, we are focusing on RBTC plans for next year.  Yes, we will return to in-person events in 2021…eventually!  As I reflect on 2020, I am thankful for our sponsors...