Technology
GWATA Hosting 2019 Kick Off Wednesday, Application Window Now For Flywheel Investment Conference
GWATA’s Executive Director Jenny Rojanasthien swung by KOHO to talk about their 2018 accomplishments and 2019 events. They’re kicking off the new year with a party at Pybus Market this Wednesday, Jan. 30 from 5-7 p.m. Meet the new GWATA Board, get the GWATA President’s report, eat and drink and more. GWATA is also putting…
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STEM Education Support Key to Diverse Workforce of Tomorrow
Job openings in science, engineering, technology and math (STEM) fields are increasing rapidly in Washington state. Local organizations like GWATA and the Apple STEM network work with school districts and Wenatchee Valley College to help train the workforce of tomorrow. But how can organizations and schools across the state make sure underserved students are represented…
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Local Schools Hosting ‘Hour of Code’ As Part Of Computer Science Awareness Week
This year millions of schools, including dozens in North Central Washington, will take part in activities to raise awareness about opportunities for Computer Science Education, by participating in activities and events like Hour of Code during Computer Science Awareness week December 3-7. The Hour of Code began as a one-hour coding challenge to give students…
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Subsplash Moves In, Anderson Family Farms Selected as New Merchant at Pybus Market
From app developers to goat milk churners, change at Pybus Public Market is a good thing. Marcus Bellissimo reports the new business incubator space is now occupied and a vacant merchant slot has a new tenant.
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Wednesday’s GWATA Luncheon All About Tech-Savy Businesses, Teachers, Students
GWATA will recognize 33 innovators from North Central Washington during the 18th Annual Innovator Awards Luncheon this Wednesday, Sept. 26. The nominees were submitted by the community for their innovation and accomplishments in entrepreneurship, technology, and education, said Jenny Rojanasthian, GWATA’s Executive Director. She said the luncheon celebrates the drive, passion, and spirit of innovators in…
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GWATA Innovators Awards To Highlight Local Tech Businesses, Teachers, Students
GWATA will recognize 33 innovators from North Central Washington during the 18th Annual Innovator Awards Luncheon Sept. 26. The nominees were submitted by the community for their innovation and accomplishments in entrepreneurship, technology, and education, said Ron Brown, GWATA Board President. He said the luncheon celebrates the drive, passion, and spirit of innovators in the…
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Tesla Car Chargers Coming To Leavenworth, Potentially Chelan
The company synonymous with electric vehicles (EVs) is setting up charging stations in North Central Washington. And like another company on the forefront of cutting edge technology, Apple, their products are proprietary. What does more Tesla chargers mean for both locals in and tourists to NCW? Marcus Bellissimo reports. Photo: tesla.com/supercharger
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GWATA Announces Local Nominees For Annual Innovator Awards
The Greater Wenatchee Area Technology Alliance (GWATA) announced nominees for the 18th Annual Innovator Awards. A field of tech leaders in five categories will be acknowledged for their accomplishments, as Marcus Bellissimo reports.
Read More‘Trying To Make Lemonade,’ Chelan PUD Board Hears Preliminary Cryptocurrency Rates
The Chelan PUD continues studying large-load data miners coming to the county. At Monday’s PUD board meeting, commissioners received an update on transmission and distribution challenges related to requests for power to serve large loads and a recommendation about possible cryptocurrency rates. PUD General Manager Steve Wright said volatility in cryptocurrency markets has lead to…
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GWATA Taking Nominations Til Friday For 2018 Innovator Awards
Do you know an innovative entrepreneur or business in North Central Washington? GWATA, the Greater Wenatchee Area Technology Alliance, is looking for 2018 Innovator Award Nominations. You can help recognize and honor local innovators for their 18th Annual Innovator Awards Luncheon. GWATA’s Executive Director Jenny Rojanasthien told KOHO they are seeking nominations for five award categories are:…
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Seattle App-Developer Subsplash Starts Hiring For New Pybus Annex Office
The Port of Chelan County approved a lease with a Seattle-based technology development company, Subsplash, to lease the Port’s business incubator at the Pybus Public Market. Subsplash’s lease of the upstairs of the annex at Pybus – about 2,000 square feet – starts July 1 and expires at the end of 2019. Subsplash Founder and…
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