Educate. Innovate. Prosper.
Building opportunity for Washington’s people, companies, and communities.
Educate. Innovate. Prosper.
Building opportunity for Washington’s people, companies, and communities.
INNOVATION IN ACTION | Programs That Connect and Inspire
Discovery Series
The Discovery Series brings Washington’s top researchers, leaders, and officials together for lunch, conversation, and fresh insight - giving you direct access to the people shaping what’s next.
THE TALENT EXCHANGE
The Talent Exchange connects HR leaders, recruiters, and education partners to map Washington’s talent pipeline. Through lunch sessions and a statewide summit, participants share insights, build connections, and shape inclusive career pathways for the future.
Insights in Hindsight
What do seasoned entrepreneurs do differently the second (or third) time around? This kickoff session in the Insights in Hindsight series brings together founders who have built, scaled, and tried again.
Upcoming Conferences
Seattle Investor Summit+Showcase
Accelerating the Next Wave of Innovation
The region’s premier convening for investors, enterprise leaders, and high-potential startups returns in 2026 with a broader scope and a sharper focus on what’s next. The Summit brings together the people and ideas shaping Washington’s innovation economy, from AI and biotech to climate tech, quantum, and beyond.
Leverage curated insights, cross-sector connections, and emerging-company deal flow, all designed to move strategy from exploration to execution.
Empowering Washington’s Innovation Ecosystem
Discover groundbreaking programs, connect with leaders, & stay ahead of what’s next.
The 2025 report highlights Washington's strengths and challenges in sustaining its position as a leading innovation economy. The report finds that while Washington excels in STEM degree production and private-sector R&D spending, it lags in non-STEM education and academic research investment, presenting both opportunities and challenges for future growth.
Read the full 2025 Benchmarking Reports, and past reports at the link below.
Unlock Exclusive Sponsorship Opportunities
Explore our innovative sponsorship packages designed to elevate your brand visibility and engagement. Our booklet offers unique levels of sponsorship, including the Pioneer, Innovator, and Visionary tiers, each crafted to provide exceptional value and partnership benefits. Discover how you can join us in driving technology and education forward. Download our sponsorship booklet now to learn more!
The Technology Alliance is a statewide, non-profit organization of leaders from Washington’s technology-based businesses and research institutions united by the vision of a vibrant innovation economy that benefits all of Washington's citizens. Through programs, events, data analysis, and policy activities, we advance excellence in education, research, and entrepreneurship to support the growth of our high-impact industries; the creation of high-wage jobs; and economic prosperity for our entire state.