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AI Can Change the Work. It Cannot Carry the Decision.
AI is getting faster, but that does not mean leadership gets easier. In this latest blog, our Summit for Women in Tech Opening Keynote Speaker explores why trust, judgment and human connection matter more than ever in an AI-powered workplace. Get a preview of what is in store for attendees in...
You're an Athlete Who Trains to Sit
Ask a physical therapist what a software engineer and a professional athlete have in common, and you'll get an answer most people don't expect: their bodies are both under load all day. The difference? One gets coached. Here's why that gap is costing your company more than you realize—and how to...
Women Leading in Tech: Erica Rooney
In the lead-up to the Summit for Women in Tech, we're sharing Women Leading in Tech Executive Spotlights across our blog, social media channels, and newsletters. These spotlights are designed to highlight and celebrate the achievements of female tech leaders from our state, providing them with a...
Brilliance Isn't Enough: Why Technical Excellence Needs Human Leadership
Technical brilliance may earn the promotion, but it does not automatically build the trust, empathy, and judgment needed to lead. As AI reshapes technical work, discover why developing human leadership skills may be the real advantage for organizations and the people they rely on most.
Coastal Innovation in Action: Meet the 910's Game Changers
Fintech unicorns, healthtech innovators, clean energy leaders, and the infrastructure powering it all. 45+ NC TECH member companies are building something special in Southeast NC. Here's stories of the 910 ecosystem—and the founders staying rooted while thinking globally.
You Won't See the Next Disruption Coming. Here's How to Futureproof Your Career Before It Arrives.
The next disruption is coming — you just won’t know when. Jackie Ferguson shares six strategies for futureproofing your career, staying adaptable, and preparing for whatever comes next.
Women Leading in Tech: Lara Michaud
In the lead-up to the Summit for Women in Tech, we're sharing Women Leading in Tech Executive Spotlights across our blog, social media channels, and newsletters. These spotlights are designed to highlight and celebrate the achievements of female tech leaders from our state, providing them with a...
8 Western North Carolina Tech Members to Know for 828 Day
August 28 is 828 Day — a celebration of Western North Carolina and the region represented by the 828 area code. From Asheville and Montreat to Cullowhee and communities across the mountains, Western North Carolina is home to a growing technology ecosystem that spans software development,...
Women Leading in Tech: Crystal Tolbert
In the lead-up to the Summit for Women in Tech, we're sharing Women Leading in Tech Executive Spotlights across our blog, social media channels, and newsletters. These spotlights are designed to highlight and celebrate the achievements of female tech leaders from our state, providing them with a...
The Race for AI-Ready Tech Talent Has Begun
The AI revolution isn’t just changing how we work; it’s rewriting the entire tech career playbook. Employees everywhere feel the rapid shift, but for those ready to embrace it, this disruption is an unprecedented gateway. AI is opening massive new technological opportunities — giving...
Women Leading in Tech: Stephanie Styons
In the lead-up to the Summit for Women in Tech, we're sharing Women Leading in Tech Executive Spotlights across our blog, social media channels, and newsletters. These spotlights are designed to highlight and celebrate the achievements of female tech leaders from our state, providing them with a...
TECNA Annual Conference: Staff Recap
Get insights from NC TECH's attendance at the Annual Tech Councils of North America (TECNA) annual conference.
Member Spotlight: Marka Health
This month’s member spotlight features Marka Health, submitted by founder Lindsay McGraw. Marka Health was founded by a physical therapist who saw firsthand how preventable workplace injuries were impacting employees and realized the best solution was proactive care rather than reactive...
The Leadership Skill That Never Shows Up on a Roadmap
The leadership skills that matter most are rarely learned in a classroom—they are passed from one person to another through mentorship. In this guest blog, learn why mentoring is one of the most effective ways to develop leaders, strengthen organizations, and build North Carolina's future...
Why Your Best People May Be Hiding — And What the Science Says About It
Dr. Susie Hansley argues that what we often call “imposter syndrome” is actually a biological fear of not belonging, and that organizations can unlock stronger performance, creativity, and retention by consistently fostering psychological safety through trust, vulnerability, and supportive...
Member Spotlight: Build-A-Bookie
This month’s member spotlight features Build-A-Bookie, submitted by founder Vincent Durham. Headquartered in Charlotte and operating in the SportsTech sector, Build-A-Bookie is transforming everyday competition into a fun, trackable experience, allowing users to create challenges, track lifetime...
From Vibe Coding to Spec-Driven Development
Vibe coding is wreaking havoc by introducing instability to a traditionally disciplined development process. The ability for anyone to prompt an AI and receive working code within seconds has fundamentally changed how developers approach implementation. It feels fast, intuitive, and, at times,...
Board-Ready AI Strategy: 3 Things Enterprise Leaders Need Before the Next Meeting
A practical framework for enterprise tech leaders preparing to answer board-level AI questions — covering use cases, infrastructure readiness, and governance
From Data to Decisions: Why AI Strategy Is Failing Without Alignment
North Carolina's technology sector has never lacked ambition, and on the subject of artificial intelligence, that ambition is outrunning execution at most organizations.
From Hype to Hard Reality: Enterprise AI in 2026
Enterprise AI adoption in 2026 is progressing but uneven, with most organizations still in pilot mode rather than achieving scaled deployment — only 10% report scaling AI agents within any given function. The primary barriers to scaling are organizational rather than technical, including...
Celebrating Women in Technology
Each year to celebrate Women's History Month, NC TECH takes a moment to celebrate the achievements of women while also recognizing the work still required to ensure opportunity and equity across industries. North Carolina’s technology sector is growing rapidly, and women are playing an...