Idaho Technology Council

Last month, the Idaho Technology Council was officially launched.  According to their website:

“The Idaho Technology Council’s mission is to become the premier member-driven technology association dedicated to fostering the growth of technology companies in the state of Idaho, primarily in the areas of information technology, agriscience, and energy. The ITC provides a valuable forum for industry, research, educators, investors, and government throughout the state. It also advocates for creating a strong technology ecosystem and a high quality, high paid workforce.”

As an Idaho native that left the region for six years and returned to Boise in 2006, I applaud such an effort and hope that the ITC makes great strides toward attaining their mission. Moreover, as a human factors and ergonomics professional that assists companies with developing technology that better fits the needs of people, I see this as a great opportunity to step forward and provide support where possible.

It’s going to take an association that leverages the widest possible range of local talent to truly assist the many fledgling (and established) technology companies in the area. In the long run, that type of multidisciplinary approach will assist both the companies involved and the wider community as a whole. And that’s the type of sustainable advantage Idaho needs.

Individuals interested in learning more can check out the following sources:

• “My Thoughts on the Idaho Technology Council” by Mark Solon of Highway 12 Ventures
• “Group Forms to Drive Growth in “Innovation Economy’”by Zach Hagadone of the Idaho Business Review
• “Boise Joins the Idaho Technology Council”by Bethann Stewart of the Idaho Statesman