WSTPA is now known as WSTA - West Sound Technology Association! Stay tuned for our new website, logo and URL.

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Upcoming Events

April 30: MARKETING SIG KICKOFF EVENT: Online Marketing Tools & Tactics - Panelists include Jeanette Mifsud, a Web marketing / direct response specialist and Senior Director, Product Marketing Services with Mixtur, a Bainbridge Island-based strategic marketing firm; and Michael Clark, Regional Development Director with Constant Contact, a leading provider of email marketing and survey products for small businesses and organizations. RSVP required.
May 15: Hacks, Cracks, and Computer Attacks: Part II - Penetration and Vulnerability Assessment Tactics - During this informative session TrustCC will discuss and demonstrate some of the latest penetration testing tools and tactics including automated vulnerability scanners, manual techniques, and exploitation frameworks. Other issues covered include user account reconnaissance, database hacking, router and switch hacking, wireless recon, phishing, and missing security patch exploitation. TrustCC will also address the use and limitations of automated testing tools and the importance of manual testing to help you harden your network. Presenter(s): Brian Morkert, Khassan Naourjanov, and Josh Landers of Trust CC. RSVP required.
June 10-11: PARTNER EVENT: Seattle ITEC - For the first time ever, ITEC will include a cocktail reception to celebrate its return to Seattle. Located on the ITEC Expo Floor, this event is co-hosted by West Sound Technology Association. ITEC takes place at Qwest Field Event Center. WSTA is a sponsoring partner and exhibitor. Register now.
June 19: The Future of Medicine: how Technology Will Impact Your Care - Join us as we explore telemedicine or other standout state of the art healthcare offerings, in addition to Harrison Hospital's implementation and capibilities of its new Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Hear comments or comparisons to Google Health & Microsoft's Healthvault projects, and learn more about Harrison's new facilities. Presenter(s): Harrison Medical Center panel includes CIO Adar Palis, President and CEO Scott W. Bosch, and VP of Strategy and Business Development Tom Kruse. RSVP required.
July 17: Microsoft Response Point: An Easier Way For Your Business to Communicate - Join meeting sponsor SMB Nation for wine, cheese, fresh open air, and a presentation on Microsoft's award-winning speech recognition technology. Location: 15773 George Lane, Ste. 201, Poulsbo, WA. RSVP required.

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West Sound Technology Association (WSTA) is a non-profit, tax exempt 501c(3) educational organization and technology cluster dedicated to increasing public awareness of issues affecting technology professionals, improving education through the effective integration of technology, increasing skills and the availability of opportunities for technology professionals, and enhancing cooperation between business, community, and educational leaders for the adoption of technology as a tool to stimulate economic development. Our mission is to encourage and promote the professional development of its members; vigorously pursue the promotion of the Technology industry in the West Sound through the creation of an environment favorable to the development and implementation of efficient and effective technology and service; and to interact with and educate the public and private sectors in the areas of technology.