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The Roanoke Blacksburg Technology Council is an affiliate of the Roanoke Blacksburg Innovation Alliance (RBIA), a collaborative strategic alliance established to grow the region’s innovation economy, technology sector, life sciences/biotech, and professional communities.
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Meet Our Members
The companies of the RBTC represent the building blocks of economic success in the Roanoke Blacksburg region, creating a strong and successful innovation infrastructure for the generations to come. Member companies range from startups to some of the largest employers in the region, all with a common thread – technology.
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Create a professional network while in college. Students can participate in RBTC events and find mentors through RBTC.
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Latest News
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Emerging Tech Conference: The Next Big Thing in Biotech
Can you think of anything better than two days immersed in all things emerging technology in the heart of Virginia’s up-and-coming biotech hub? Neither can we! As the member-driven organization […]
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Emerging Tech Conference: The Latest and Greatest Event in AI
Imagine two days immersed in all things emerging technology in the heart of Virginia’s up-and-coming tech innovation hub. Sound amazing? We think so too. That’s why we launched RBTC’s latest […]
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National Thought Leaders to Speak at RBTC Emerging Tech Conference
The Roanoke Blacksburg Technology Council (RBTC) continues their annual conference to share global knowledge and resources with the ecosystem surrounding emerging technologies. The second annual Emerging Technology Conference happens October […]
Spring 2026
TechNite
TechNite is an annual celebration of the Roanoke–Blacksburg region’s technology community. It’s an opportunity to network with more than 500 leaders in business and innovation. The evening includes a keynote speaker and awards presentation to celebrate the leaders, innovators, and successful companies within the regional technology community.
Upcoming Events
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Morning Jolt with WoTech
OnlineCome join your village of women in technology for a morning jolt of real talk. We’re hosting these every month to help us make connections and have casual conversations covering […]
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Beer & Biotech November at Freedom First!
Freedom First Credit Union 207 Bullitt Avenue Southeast, Roanoke, Virginia, United StatesBeer & Biotech is an RBTC signature series which pairs in-depth, technical conversation with delicious, locally-brewed beverages. Come out to Freedom First Headquarters in downtown Roanoke and join the biotech community […]