TechWeek, 12-Feb-2010

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Scaling Agile - The Agile Scaling Model
When: Monday 15-Feb-2010 5:00 PM
Where: Dreese Laboratories
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Central Ohio VMWare Users Group meeting
When: Tuesday 16-Feb-2010 8:30 AM
Where: Platform Lab
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Scioto Ridge Job Networking Group
When: Tuesday 16-Feb-2010 6:30 PM
Where: Linworth United Methodist Church
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TechColumbus CMC Forum: Up and Coming Tech Companies
When: Wednesday 17-Feb-2010 12:00 PM
Where: Athletic Club of Columbus
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State of Ohio Cyber Summit
When: Wednesday 17-Feb-2010 2:00 PM
Where: Columbus Division of Police
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Scioto Ridge Job Networking Group
When: Wednesday 17-Feb-2010 6:30 PM
Where: Worthington Seventh Day Adventist Church
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Tech Breakfast - Social Media and Online Marketing for Non Profit Groups and Causes
When: Thursday 18-Feb-2010 7:30 AM
Where: TechColumbus
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DEC Presents...Accounting Essentials with David L. Wolfe, CPA
When: Thursday 18-Feb-2010 10:00 AM
Where: The Dublin Entrepreneurial Center
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The DEC Presents...The Banker's Perspective with Small Business Development Center
When: Thursday 18-Feb-2010 11:30 AM
Where: The Dublin Entrepreneurial Center
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NIEM and What it Means to Public Safety Agencies (Public Sector)
When: Thursday 18-Feb-2010 2:00 PM
Where: Web Seminar
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CareerTrack Event: Who Gets Hired and Why?
When: Monday 22-Feb-2010 5:30 PM
Where: TechColumbus
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Scioto Ridge Job Networking Group
When: Monday 22-Feb-2010 6:30 PM
Where: Grove City Nazarene Church
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VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage Class at Platform Lab
When: Tuesday 23-Feb-2010 9:00 AM
Where: Platform Lab Training Room
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Business Information class at Columbus Metropolitan Library
When: Tuesday 23-Feb-2010 12:30 PM
Where: Columbus Metropolitan Library
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Scioto Ridge Job Networking Group
When: Wednesday 24-Feb-2010 6:30 PM
Where: Scioto Ridge United Methodist Church
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Business Breakfast: Advanced Selling Tips for the Economic Comeback with the VP of Signature Worldwide
When: Thursday 25-Feb-2010 7:30 AM
Where: TechColumbus
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Data Sharing: Feeding FBI N-DEx and Beyond (Public Sector)
When: Thursday 25-Feb-2010 2:00 PM
Where: Web Seminar
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The Ohio Small Business Development Center presents BASE Start Up Workshop
When: Thursday 25-Feb-2010 4:00 PM
Where: New Albany Business Development Center
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Leadership Series: The Crosleys - Two Brothers and a Business Empire That Transformed The Nation
When: Thursday 25-Feb-2010 5:30 PM
Where: TechColumbus
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e-Track: Top "10" issues that investors don't want to see or hear!
When: Friday 26-Feb-2010 11:30 AM
Where: TechColumbus
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Funding Your Data Sharing Program (Public Sector)
When: Thursday 04-Mar-2010 2:00 PM
Where: Web Seminar
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Leaders Luncheon: Meet the Winners of the TechColumbus Innovation Awards
When: Friday 05-Mar-2010 11:30 AM
Where: The Fawcett Center For Tomorrow
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Momentum 2010: Young Women’s Summit
When: Sunday 07-Mar-2010 9:30 AM
Where: The Columbus School for Girls
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Momentum 2010: Ohio Women's Summit
When: Monday 08-Mar-2010 8:30 AM
Where: Vern Riffe Center for Government and the Arts
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2010 International Awards Ceremony
When: Tuesday 09-Mar-2010 12:00 PM
Where: Hyatt Regency Columbus - Regency Ballroom
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CareerTrack Event: Get Noticed! Tips to Enhance Your Résumé and Online Image
When: Monday 15-Mar-2010 5:30 PM
Where: TechColumbus
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Grow Your Business in the Hilliard Area
When: Tuesday 16-Mar-2010 5:30 PM
Where: Heritage Golf Club
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BUSINESS BREAKFAST: Developing Resilience: Techniques to Get You and Your Business Through Tough Times
When: Thursday 18-Mar-2010 7:30 AM
Where: TechColumbus
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Spotlight
OSU and President Gee Support Passage of Ohio Third Frontier Extension

“The facts are clear, the investment is working,” says OSU President E. Gordon Gee in regards to the Ohio Third Frontier.  University Trustees and Gee released statements endorsing the passage of State Issue 1, the initiative that, if passed by voters in May, will extend the Third Frontier by $700 million over four years.  During the last seven years, as a result of Ohio Third Frontier support, OSU has teamed with more than 200 businesses and industry partners and a number of other Ohio universities to: [Read More]


Tech News
Ohio Entrepreneurship Expo Set for February 18

In recognition of National Entrepreneurship Week, the Ohio Department of Development’s Entrepreneurship and Small Business Division, along with the Ohio Small Business Development Centers, will once again host the Ohio Entrepreneurship Expo.  The Expo is being held at the Ohio Statehouse Atrium Thursday, February 18.  [Read More]

FDA Recommendations Help Streamline Medical Device Clinical Trials

The FDA announced this week guidelines for medical device clinical trials that could result in less costly and more efficient patient trials.  The agency endorsed the use of the Bayesian statistical methods in clinical trial data assessments.  Bayesian statistical methods apply an algorithm that makes it possible to combine data collected in previous trials with data collected in a current trial.  This combined data may provide sufficient justification for smaller or shorter clinical studies.  Bayesian statistical methods base probabilities of future outcomes on results [Read More]

CIO Offers List of IT Skills Deemed Recession Proof

Citing that for people with the right skills and the right attitude, this is a fantastic time to be in the data center space, CIO.com recently published a list of 10 recession-proof IT skills.  These skills go beyond simple technical expertise to encompass capabilities ranging from communications and people skills to financial analysis.  “I need people who can determine the application and technology economics based on the business economics,” says one hiring manager.  The list of recession-proof IT skills includes: [Read More]

Google Chair Speaks Out About What He Describes as America’s Innovation Deficit

In a recent column for The Washington Post, Google’s chairman and CEO, Eric Schmidt, called for the United States to “erase our innovation deficit” and outlined several steps for doing just that.  According to Schmidt the US lags behind countries such as Germany and China especially in cutting edge research areas like renewable energy [Read More]

From the Super Bowl to the Vatican – Social Media Hits the Big Time

It’s not new news that the social media phenomenon is transforming how people communicate and connect.  But what is ever surprising is how fast social media are making these inroads and the institutions that are beginning to embrace such tactics.  [Read More]

Member News
96-Store Wendy’s Franchise Organization Implements Syrus for Back Office Reporting

COLUMBUS, OH (February, 2010) - Carlisle Corporation, a 96-store, four-state Wendy’s restaurant franchise operation headquartered in Memphis, has implemented back-office service and software leader Syrus Restaurant Information Services in order to make informed business decisions, reduce food and labor costs and get faster access to their information. [Read More]

DataCenter.BZ Announces Infrastucture Enhancements that increase Power Density of Its Data Center

Columbus, Ohio – February 11, 2010 – DataCenter.BZ, a Tier IV, carrier-neutral data center announced today infrastructure enhancements that increase the power density of its data center to 3,500+ watts per square foot.  This reflects an ultra-high power density offering compared with the industry average for data centers, which is approximately 150 watts per square foot(1). [Read More]

2Checkout.com, Inc. Increases Flexibility with a Back Office Admin API

Columbus, Ohio – 2Checkout.com, Inc. (2Checkout), a leading global payments solutions provider, has added an application programming interface (API) to its robust e-commerce system for online retailers to immediately integrate. 2Checkout’s back office admin API is a publically accessible set of routines designed to allow existing clients, as well as developers interested in marketing unique 2Checkout cart solutions, the ability to access account, product and online sales information without logging in to 2Checkout. [Read More]

AltaSim Technologies receives DoD Phase I SBIR to develop domain specific portals for analysis of electrical circuits

Columbus, Ohio – February 12, 2010 – The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has contracted AltaSim Technologies to develop advanced computational simulation and analysis tools to allow designers to develop electrical circuits with advanced performance characteristics for critical DoD applications. [Read More]

TechColumbus Honors Local Leaders & Students for Their Technology Achievements at Annual Innovation Awards Ceremony

TechColumbus  announced winners of its annual Innovation Awards, which recognize Central Ohio leaders and companies for their outstanding achievements in technology leadership and innovation. Thirteen business leaders and two high school students were recognized at a ceremony last evening at the Columbus Convention Center. More than 1,000 people participated in the awards celebration. [Read More]

TechColumbus Welcomed More than 150 people and 10TV to the CareerTrack Launch Party

TechColumbus welcomed nearly 150 people and 10TV to the CareerTrack Launch Party. CareerTrack is a new one-stop resource for individuals exploring new career opportunities and Central Ohio companies seeking qualified talent with the launch of CareerTrack. The program offers Central Ohio business professionals and students the opportunity to engage in a program that will enhance their job search capabilities, job search/professional skills, and networking opportunities. [Read More]

Member News
Senior Software Support Developer

IT Strategy? Most companies don’t have one. We do, and it’s built to drive the company’s future! This is your opportunity to play a part in helping implement an IT Strategy that drives business and changes the industry! We are a healthcare logistics company located in Westerville, Ohio. Information technology has been the key to our profitable success and is the platform for our planned future growth. Our team is growing and we are looking for an energetic, motivated software support developer to help drive our IT strategy! [Read More]

Senior Software Developer

With our phenomenal growth and success in 2009, we continue to build our IS team! Our IS strategy helps fuel our business growth and drives change in our industry! We are a healthcare-logistics company located in Westerville, Ohio. Information technology has been the key to our profitable success and is the platform for our planned future growth. Our team is growing and we are looking for an energetic, motivated .NET/C# software developer to help us implement our IS strategy! We are a right sized environment where you can stand out and make a difference. [Read More]

Manager, Large Merchant Sales

Job Title: Manager, Large Merchant Sales Effective Date: 01-February-2010 Job Classification: Exempt Reports to: Chief Marketing Officer Job Purpose: The purpose for this position is to solicit new merchant partners for our payment-related products. Goals and Objectives: The Manager, Large Merchant Sales has several goals and objectives to achieve including, but not limited to: [Read More]

HTML Coding for Facebook

HTML guru interested in social media? Portfolio Creative is looking for you! Our client is looking for someone to help build a Facebook fan page using HTML coding. If that sounds like something you could take on, we want to hear from you! Interested? Qualified? Curious and want to know more? Email your resume and any relevant info over to amanda@portfolioiscreative.com [Read More]

DB2 DBA

Robert Half Technology is seeking a DB2, DBA. Job responsibilities include: [Read More]

SR Web Administrator/Developer

An established company in Columbus, Ohio seeks an SR Web Administrator/ Developer to be a visible and important member of a development group focused on the custom development and support of web-based applications for company and eCommerce web sites. Essential Functions Include: [Read More]

Multiple Project Managers needed, for a Remote project

Should be up 40 hours per week but not guaranteed 40… Some days less work and some days very busy… Job Responsibilities [Read More]

Technical Analyst / Developer for Control-M to Autosys Migration

POSITION: Technical Analyst / Developer   DESCRIPTION: This individual will be responsible for the migration of a BMC Control M environment into an Autosys environment.  The individual will develop the technical approach, plans, coding, etc. to complete the migration and test the migration process.  [Read More]

Sr. Developer for Delphi and Java Applications

This individual will work with others and possibly lead a team of development staff utilizing  Delphi / Java software connected to a relational data base. The role will encompass supporting  the lifecycle development of applications. The current initiative involves concurrent upgrades to existing Delphi programming in concert with developing a new platform application in JAVA. The individual will work on the existingDelphi application and do new development on the Java platform. RESPONSIBILITIES: [Read More]

Application Security Specialist - Short term contract in Charleston WV

POSITION: Application System Analyst / Developer DESCRIPTION: Provides technical consultation and support in the development of computer applications and programs. This individual will specifically assist in security related coding efforts. Must be knowledgeable in APPLICATION SECURITY coding for distributed applications. [Read More]

Business Solutions Analyst (Multiple Positions)

DESCRIPTION:  The individual selected for this position will work as part of an application development team to analyze requirements, faciliate requirements sessions, document requirements, interface with business stakeholders and technical personnel. [Read More]

Iteration Manager for Application Development using Agile Framework

DESCRIPTION:  The individual selected for this position will work as Iteration Manager on a development team using two week sprints.  They will fill the typical responsibilities for such a role: [Read More]

Regional Account Manager

Responsible for all purchasing activities, from lead generation through close in an assigned territory. Develops and implements agreed upon purchasing activities which will meet both personal and business goals of expanding customer base in the assigned area. Works within the purchasing and production teams and with business partners to achieve the revenue generation, customer satisfaction, and long-term account goals that are in-line with company vision and values. Responsibilities: [Read More]

IT Auditor

 About the Opportunity Conduct information technology audits to evaluate controls, business systems and operating procedures. Follow IT audit procedures and guidelines and develop audit steps where necessary (with appropriate supervision). Document IT control inefficiencies and weaknesses based on business risk. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: [Read More]

Help Desk 2

Helps customers who are having basic operation problems and system malfunctions. Receives customer problem reports and answers same under the guidance of Second Level. Answer questions regarding system procedures, on-line transactions, system status and downtime. Relays messages sent to or received from customers in a timely manner. Stays informed of all changes to the operating systems or software programs that affect customers. [Read More]

Systems Analyst

This position is responsible for developing and plan strategic initiatives to meet enterprise needs in the following areas: Windows Server systems, Internet Information Services (IIS) systems, and patch management for various applications. Fully understand CLIENTS current infrastructure, business and culture in order to craft solutions and architectures that help fulfill an overall Information Technology strategy. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: [Read More]

.Net/c# Developers Needed - ASAP

Becomes familiar with most aspects of the application including reports, parameters, claims management, intake services, carrier/client interfaces and vendor/business partner interfaces. Analyzes user needs as required; assists in the design of specifications to meet end user needs. Develops and modifies software to meet the specifications outlined in data processing requests. Develops and maintains software to meet requirements of insurance carrier and regulatory groups. [Read More]

Controller

Summary: This position is accountable for the accounting operations of the company, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk and enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results. Duties and Responsibilities [Read More]

Managed Print Services Advisor

Business-to-business Solutions Consultant focused on recruiting and maintaining clients interested in managed print services. Responsibilities include [Read More]

Regional Sales Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Regional Sales Manager Reports to: Director of Sales Status: Non-Exempt Job Summary: The regional sales manager is responsible to develop and maintain a sales territory. Accountable for reaching sales goals, maintaining customer relationships and representing the company in a highly professional manor. A fair amount of travel is required. Job Duties:  [Read More]

Audio Visual Installation Account Executive

PRIMARY ROLE The Audio Visual Installation Account Executive will sell integrated audio, video, and lighting systems and coordinate projects with Design-Engineering, Project Management and installation technicians. The position requires generating new sales; achieve monthly sales goals and maintaining existing customer relationships. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES [Read More]

Business Development-Marketing

PRIMARY ROLE The Associate will lead the development of profitable new business while maintaining key Company relationships.  The Associate is responsible for developing new accounts, new account leads, department/Company growth and marketing the rental of: audio, video, lighting, scenic design/fabrication, creative services and fabrication to new customers. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES   [Read More]

Specialist, Customer Relationship Management

Purpose: Coordinate the customer relationship database process and interact with both internal and external customers to monitor customer satisfaction, and to document and clarify existing customer needs and expectations Scope: Coordinate activities that define how customer data is logged and mined, and organize the data in support of company strategies Responsibilities: [Read More]



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