Technology Institute
The Technology Institute is a biennial, invitation-only retreat that brings together leaders from the state legislature, executive branch, technology businesses, and research and educational institutions to address key public policy issues affecting the technology sector.
The most recent Institute was held September 24-26, 2007, in Leavenworth, Washington.
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Participants in the 2007 Technology Institute explored the “virtuous cycle” of education, research and entrepreneurship that sustains a strong technology-based economy. Featured speakers included Dr. Charles M. Vest, president of the National Academy of Engineering, retired NASA astronaut Dr. Bonnie J. Dunbar, president and CEO of The Museum of Flight, and Nobel laureate Dr. Lee Hartwell, president and director of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.
Through a combination of case studies and panel discussions, participants discussed strategies to position Washington to compete effectively in the global economy, concentrating on the following areas:
K-12 education: We examined successful approaches for elevating student achievement and preparing Washington’s children for higher education and 21st century careers.
Higher education: We discussed how Washington’s colleges and universities can increase degree production in fields that are becoming increasingly important to our economic future.
Research capacity: We explored the contributions of research institutions to our knowledge-based economy, and how research creates opportunities in areas of economic importance to our state.
Entrepreneurial climate: We considered the challenges faced by young Washington businesses and essential factors for supporting the growth of innovative new companies in our state.
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Highlights of the 2007 Technology Institute (PDF document)
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