Our event brought out the community to learn about life aboard the ISS as an astronaut, the joint partnership between US and Russia that built and runs the station, the training and logistics involved with working in space, amazing photographs of our planet from the station, and answers to many great questions from the audience. To learn more about Colonel Williams experience and perspective as an astronaut, read the CCC News' reporter Jim Drake's exclusive interview with Colonel Williams here.

The GTA Mixer is a perennial highlight of AUVSI's Xponential, THE technology event for Autonomy!

Join sponsors Sightline, Sagetech, Business Oregon, Pendleton UAS Range, Sigma Design, Overwatch Imaging, Sierra Olympia and Impact Electronics, plus tons of industry pros for this not-to-be-missed GTA networking event. We look forward to seeing you there!

Tuesday, April 23rd | 5:00 - 7:00pm

GARAGE Kitchen + Bar

A short walk from the San Diego Convention Center!

Register for Xponential Here

Interested? Questions? Contact Jason Hartmann.

The GTA board elections occur each year in April. Anyone who works at a GTA member or sponsor company that has been in the GTA for at least one year is eligible to apply. GTA members in all fields (including marketing, design, and remote workers) are encouraged to apply, as are women, minorities, and others traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields.

There is at least one vacancy this year. If you or someone you know would like to be involved and would be a great representative to the GTA, please contact Jason by April 15th to be included on the ballot!

In later April, the GTA will reach out to a single representative from each member and sponsor with an email link to vote on behalf of their organization.

The GTA board currently meets on the fourth Wednesday of every other month from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Meetings are generally hybrid in Hood River with a remote attendance option. Term length is 3 years.

STEM Hub Wins Grant

to Expand CTE in

Wasco and Hood River Counties 

Congrats to the Columbia Gorge STEM Hub for securing a new grant that will allow for the expansion of Career and Technical Education (CTE) technology labs and student workspaces at the South Wasco and Hood River County school districts. Students will be involved in the entire design and construction process (when applicable). There will also be an Exhibition Showcase where students will have the opportunity to showcase their skills and projects and to explore future funding opportunities with industry and community-based partners across the region. CTE prepares students for high-wage, high-demand STEM careers by providing real-life, project-based learning opportunities for students before entering the workforce. Read more about the award here.

If you are a local industry leader or professional interested in supporting this project, please contact STEM Hub Director Julie Cucuel today!

STEM Hub's 5th Annual STEM Fair

is Open for Booth Registration Now

This year's Fair will feature hands-on activities for families to experience Columbia Gorge Community College's CTE labs. The STEM Hub welcomes our local industry, community and education partners to bring an engaging, hands-on STEM activity with your company info booth. Sign up at the link below.

June 22nd | 10am - 12noon

CGCC The Dalles campus

Register here.

HR Recruiters' Coffee

Our bi-monthly virtual event for GTA members' HR representatives is an open discussion about human resources in technology industries. Take this opportunity to network, chat about resources and policy changes, and announce new openings for our job listings page.

April 9th | 8:30 -9:30am

Please contact Jason Hartmann to register.

Thank you to this month's new and renewing members and sponsors!

• Aerovel - Gold Sponsor
• Larvick Media - Service Provider
• Directline-IT - Tech company

Our members and sponsors receive resources, promotion and connections to support success in the industry. The GTA also supports community initiatives for STEM education, Robotics and Gorge Women in STEM.

Can't remember all the great reasons to be a member or sponsor? Follow the links for all the details.

Principles of LEAN:

Engaging the Modern Day Workforce

This workshop will address:

• Organizing the workplace for maximum efficiency.
• Documenting standards of work in order to train employees faster and more efficiently.
• Ensuring that team leaders understand how to manage their teams in order to transform the business.

$100 to register for all four Tuesday morning sessions. Group Discounts are available.

April 2nd | 8:00am - 12:00 Noon

April 9th | 8:00am - 12:00 Noon

April 16th | 8:00am - 12:00 Noon

April 23rd | 8:00am - 12:00 Noon

7650 SW Beveland Lane, Suite 170, Tualatin 97223

For more details on the sessions and to apply, visit here.

Gorge Women in Business Networking Event

MCEDD has partnered with the Gorge Women in Business and the Washington Microenterprise Association to bring this business networking event targeted to women entrepreneurs. Join us!

Register Here