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Verge Adds Vice President of Programs to Support Regional Innovation Ecosystem

Verge is pleased to add Jackie Lackey to the team as Vice President of Programs. In her role, Lackey will help develop programming opportunities through the Verge alliance – including […]

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­­Verge Welcomes New Vice President of Entrepreneurial Development and Director of RAMP

Verge, the parent organization of RAMP and RBTC, is thrilled to announce the hiring of a new Vice President of Entrepreneurial Development and Director of RAMP. Lisa Garcia is expanding […]

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TechNite 2022 Unites Region to Celebrate Year’s Best Technology and Innovation

The biggest night in tech celebrated the rapidly expanding technology ecosystem and the movers and shakers in the industry on Thursday night at Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council’s TechNite 2022 at the […]

Congratulations to All the TechNite 2022 Awards Nominees

The energy surrounding technology and innovation in the region is electric. TechNite 2022 will be a night to remember as we recognize the region’s best companies, innovators, and projects that continue to […]

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TechNite 2022: What to Expect

There’s an electric energy surrounding technology and innovation in our region because the work in this sector is putting Virginia’s Region 2 on the global map. TechNite 2022 will be […]

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Find Your Tribe Through RBTC

As a member of RBTC, you have over 7 different forums to connect and re-connect with thoughtful, passionate peers in your field.   “The RBTC supports and connects the technology industry.  The […]

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Virginia Western Community College Launching Biotechnology Degree Program

Virginia Western Community College is launching a new degree program in response to a fast-growing industry in the region. Beginning with the fall 2023 semester, students will be able to […]

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RBTC Members Contribute $4K in Donations, Swag for Engineering Students

RBTC members are making a difference for students who are the future of the technology industry. Members of the Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council (RBTC) donated $1,600 to support a talent initiative […]

Tech & Toast: What to Expect in 2022

As a hard-working technology professional, you know how beneficial networking can be to growing your relationships and knowledge base.  Networking forums are a great opportunity to meet like-minded people and […]

Taylor Spellman Joins RBTC Team

The Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council, a Verge affiliate, has hired Taylor Spellman as Associate Director of RBTC. Spellman comes to the RBTC with a rich background in marketing, public relations and […]