
Annual Emerging Technology Conference Powered By Roanoke Blacksburg Technology Council
October 30 – 31, 2025
Hotel Roanoke, Roanoke, VA
The Roanoke Blacksburg Technology Council (RBTC) continues our annual conference to share global knowledge and resources with the ecosystem surrounding emerging technologies. The October conference will deliver a variety of keynotes, panels and breakout sessions through specialized tracks.

Featured Speakers

CHRIS HEIVLY
Co-Founder
MapQuest

STEFANI QUARLES
Microsoft

DR. MIKE FRIEDLANDER
VP for Health Sciences & Technology
Virginia Tech

DR. NATHAN KUPPERMANN
Executive VP & CAO
Children’s National Hospital

RACHEL YOST
Executive Director
Blue Ridge Innovation Corridor

PATRICK THEAN
Co-Founder
Rhythm Systems

BEN KELLIE
Former Engineer
SpaceX

LYNDA FOSTER
CEO
Cortex Leadership

What to Expect
Agenda
Hotel Info
The Hotel Roanoke will offer exclusive rates to attendees of the Emerging Tech Conference. Book now, as these rooms are in limited supply. Our event rate will be available until October 10, 2025.


Join the RBTC Discord Server
Keep up with all things RBTC in the official Discord Server! Our server can be used to network, find opportunities, and stay up-to-date on RBTC happenings. It’s the perfect place to keep up with conference announcements and connect with other attendees.
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