Technology gurus and businessmen alike gathered at the Phoenix Convention Center for the fifth annual Arizona Technology Summit on Wednesday.
Machaon Corp. hosted the tech-savvy convention. According to the organization’s website, Machaon Corp. is “committed to bringing quality, regional, and affordable events to local markets.”
This year’s Arizona Technology Summit educated audience members about cloud backup programs, technological applications and adaptations to an ever-changing environment in the workplace.
“I always was kind of a techie geek,” CEO and President of Machaon Corp. Abe Homan said. “When I went to school we didn’t even have computers. When the first one came out, I desperately wanted one.”
Machaon Corp.’s mission is to “educate companies and CEOs to let them know that tech has a place (at) the CEO table,” Homan said.
“Arizona is in a transition as we move away from its old industrial model of copper and agriculture and growth,” governing-board member David Bear said. “There are promising developments in the technology sector.”
Attendees at the summit had the opportunity to network with employees of other companies and learn entrepreneurial tips to improve the efficiency of their companies.
Many came to the event with years of experience and diverse backgrounds in the technology industry.
“I was with the Marines for 11 years, and I helped develop things that special forces continue to use today,” said Jonathan Harber, owner and president of Strategic Development Partners LLC. “So, I guess you can say I’ve seen technology’s practical sides.”
Throughout the day, people attended different informational sessions. One session, presented by Cloud Strategy Vice President Stephen Brown, shared information on cloud backup services.
In addition to informational sessions, the convention offered several booths from sponsor companies. Each booth showcased technological advancements, such as Dell’s latest software. By displaying additions to the digital age, companies reassured attendees that they were not left behind.
Technology has spread to nearly all sectors, including education and government. But some have taken longer to make the digital leap.
“Government is usually two to three years behind in technology,” Homan said.
Homan added he does not know how the government can get ahead in the tech space. Government projects often do not have the budget to try new technologies that could fail, so the government sticks to technology that is already successful, Homan said.
“Technology is the heartbeat of everything nowadays,” Homan said. “Those who embrace technology will be successful.”
