The Metroplex Technology Business Council (MTBC) is non-profit 501(c)(6) organization. Membership in the MTBC consists of technology members (80 percent of membership) and provider members (20 percent of membership). Membership is open to all technology companies. The MTBC is dedicated to fostering a supportive business environment for technology companies and members of the technology community through leadership, advocacy, education and cooperative initiatives.
The MTBC was founded in 1994 by MCI, Nortel Networks, Fujitsu and Rockwell International. It provides the following specialized services for technology businesses:
- Weekly programs that bring the latest technology information to members
- Peer-to-peer education on technology-related issues
- Lead generation and introductions
- Business development
- Funding sources
- Tech business advocacy
- Research and development tax credits
- Educational tax credits
- Federal projects
- Regional tech development
- Governmental affairs and lobbying
The MTBC hosts more than 30 events annually:
- 1st Friday Management In High-Tech
- 3rd Friday Technical Luncheon
- RFID Special Interest Group
- Senior Financial Executives
- Nanotech Focus Group
- Semiconductor Focus Group
- CEO Forum
- Tech Week in Austin
- Tech Titans/Titan Fast 50 Awards