"The technology industry's future depends upon its ability to reach government and markets at all levels and all locations -- from the grass roots to the global," said ITAA President and CEO Phil Bond. "By partnering with NVTC, our companies gain valuable expertise in public policy and business development in the Commonwealth of Virginia."
Under the agreement, the two organizations will open select events to each others' members and exchange public policy and business development expertise. ITAA will offer NVTC and its members thought leadership, counsel and support on international and national legislative and regulatory issues, as well as international trade missions. In exchange, NVTC will provide thought leadership and support with respect to legislative and regulatory issues in Virginia.
"In today's global economy, it is critical that Northern Virginia's technology industry has a strong voice and presence at the state and regional level, and also across the nation and throughout the world," said NVTC President and CEO Bobbie Kilberg. "ITAA's strong record in federal policy advocacy and relationship with the World Information Technology and Services Alliance makes this a natural alliance, which will provide value to our members."
