 MTAM Announces Merger and Acquisition of Connectech Detroit into MTAMMerger of two of Michigan’s leading technology-focused professional organizations hints at growing influence of mobile technology on the state’s economy and its future.
Tech merger helps put Michigan at epicenter for mobile tech industry growth MTAM’s CEO, Linda Daichendt, explains, “ MTAM was approached by Connectech with an offer to merge their organization with MTAM. In evaluating the opportunity, we quickly recognized that there was a good fit between the organizations. Connectech was formed in 2009 to promote the tremendous wealth of advanced technology and engineering talent in Southeastern Michigan, and to provide a nexus for networking and exchange of ideas. In 2012, there is still an urgent need to focus on promoting the advanced engineering and technology capabilities of the region. However, in the last 18-24 months we’ve seen explosive growth in those areas as it relates to the mobile / wireless technology space, particularly in the transportation, healthcare, government, education, and infotainment sectors. Incorporating and monetizing mobility-enabled business strategies is at or near the top of every C-level executive’s most pressing objectives. The Mobile Technology Association of Michigan offers the perfect focal point for moving the mobile / wireless technology conversation forward, and putting ideas into action. Mobile / wireless is a very big tent that includes not just mobile application development, but also focus areas such as machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, vehicle telematics, vehicle infotainment technology, education, mobile health, enterprise mobility and much more. The merger with Connectech expands MTAM’s reach and brings to MTAM professionals from the IT, digital marketing, research and media communities. We believe the addition of these communities will add a valuable strategic focus to enhance the existing technology and development focus that is already so much a part of the MTAM organization” The merger and incorporation of Connectech into MTAM is already underway, and all existing Connectech members will be provided offers to join MTAM and to become actively involved on committees, event planning, and opportunities for their employers to become engaged with and benefit from MTAM. The merger of these two professional organizations ensures that Michigan will continue to build on the unparalleled levels of engineering and technology development located throughout the state, while enabling Michigan to gain additional resources aimed at achieving the mission of making the state a national and global leader in the mobile / wireless technology industry. As a first gesture of outreach to Connectech members, MTAM is offering special incentives for Connectech members interested in attending MTAM’s ‘Mobile Moves Michigan’ mobile / wireless technology conference at Motor City Casino on July 30th and 31st. Connectech members interested in learning more about those incentives may inquire at info@GoMobileMichigan.org and may learn more about the event at http://MobileMovesMichigan.com. About the Mobile Technology Association of Michigan The Mobile Technology Association of Michigan (MTAM) is a Michigan-based non-profit trade association for the mobile / wireless industry. Our mission is to grow the industry within the state by increasing demand for Michigan-based mobile / wireless technology products and services, thereby generating increased entrepreneurial and enterprise-level opportunities and creating sustainable jobs for Michigan residents. MTAM sponsors Michigan-based growth of the Mobile Monday organization which to-date boasts 2000+ members in chapters located in Ann Arbor, Detroit, Grand Rapids and Lansing; performs research for members and other interested parties; facilitates idea sharing, entrepreneurial programs, training programs and jobs creation; acts as a liaison with the mobile / wireless technology community inside and outside of Michigan; and serves as a resource for all things related to the mobile / wireless industry. MTAM’s website can be found at http://GoMobileMichigan.org . Photo: https://www.prlog.org/ End
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