Eastern Technology Council

F.A.Q.

About the Council and Staff
- Who should I contact on the Council staff?
Becoming a Member
Educational Programs and Events
Technology Times
- How do I get a copy of an article in Technology Times?
- What is the circulation of Technology Times and who receives it?
Council Services
- Does the Eastern Technology Council offer a job listing service?
- How can I get a copy of the Eastern Technology Council Compensation Surveys?
Member Directory
Member Publicity
- As a member, how can I publicize my company news?
- What is the best way to brand our company name to Eastern Technology Council members?
Members-Only Website
- I forgot my username and password.
- How do I update my member profile?

1. About the Council and Staff

Who should I contact on the Council staff?

Topic	Contact	610-975-9430 Extension
General Inquiries	Jennifer Boccelli Executive Assistant	3152
Events	Karen Carr Director, Programming	4468
Website Issues	Melissa DeLicci IT/Web Administrator	4564
CIO Institute	Kim Tuski Sales Coordinator	4449
Sponsorships	Karen Evans Executive Director, Business Development	3156
Program Design	Carol Thompson Hartpence Vice President, Strategic Membership Services	3155
Technology Times, Website Ads, and Membership Renewals	Ida Marie Higgins Advertising Manager/Sales	3157
C-Level Technology Issues	Phil Laplante, Ph.D., PE Chief Technology Officer	4574
Council Leadership	Dianne Strunk Chief Executive Officer Rob McCord Chairman	3151 3150
Company Announcements & General Inquiries	Lori Rhoades Director, Membership Services	3158
Service Provider Membership Sales & Controller	Deirdre Shapiro Director, Member Relations	3154
Life Sciences & Technology Membership Sales	Christopher Thomas Membership Sales	4161
Life Sciences Initiatives	Donna Gentile O’Donnell, Ph.D. Managing Director, Philadelphia Office	215-832-0372
Life Sciences Initiatives	Pamela Seitzer Research Analyst/Consultant, Philadelphia Office	215-832-0372

2. Becoming a Member

Why should I join the Eastern Technology Council?

The Eastern Technology Council is the premier networking resource for technology and life sciences business leaders. We help regional C-level executives connect and network, develop relationships, pursue business opportunities, and market and promote their businesses to companies throughout the region.

Whether your company is just starting, in the growth stage, or well established, we continually strive to help you grow and increase your profitability. Each year, we create programs and opportunities designed to position your company—and you—for success. See what the Eastern Technology Council has to offer.

Do members receive any discounts on services?

Our Preferred Providers offer cost savings on healthcare benefits, real estate brokerage services, insurance products, communications solutions, IT executive recruiting and staffing, financial services, and career advancement. We invite you to learn more about the services offered by the Eastern Technology Council Preferred Providers.

How much does it cost to be a member?

The membership fee is based on the size of your organization. Membership fees are listed in the Eastern Technology Council application.

3. Educational Programs and Events

How can my company sponsor an event?

The Eastern Technology Council provides sponsorship opportunities to its more than 70 educational and networking events. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities. You can also contact Karen Events at 610-975-9430 Ext. 3158 or kevans@easterntechnologycouncil.org.

How can I speak at an event?

Please contact Karen Carr, Director of Programming, if you are interested in speaking at an event. Karen can be reached at 610-975-9430 Ext. 4468 or kcarr@easterntechnologycouncil.org.

How many educational events do you have a year?

We host more than 60 educational events every year. For an update to date list, please check out our Council Calendar.

Is there is a fee to attend an Eastern Technology Council event?

Typically Eastern Technology Council events are free to members. Occasionally, some events—such as the Women’s Leadership Networking Group tea—require a nominal fee.

4. Technology Times

How do I get a copy of an article in Technology Times?

Please contact Ida Marie Higgens at 610-975-9430 Ext. 3157 or ihiggens@easterntechnologycouncil.org.

What is the circulation of Technology Times and who receives it?

Technology Times is Greater Philadelphia’s only newspaper that exclusively covers the region’s technology and life sciences industries. Published six times per year, it features the region’s hottest companies and entrepreneurs, expert columnists, and industry trends and issues that affect companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. Learn more about marketing opportunities in Technology Times.

5. Council Services

Does the Eastern Technology Council offer a job listing service?

There is no formal Eastern Technology Council job listing service at this point, but please let us know if you would be interested in having the Council host one.

How can I get a copy of the Eastern Technology Council Compensation Surveys?

Please contact Lori Rhodes at 610-975-9430 Ext. 3158 or lrhodes@easterntechnologycouncil.org.

6. Member Directory

How do I find a list of Eastern Technology Council members that provide a specific product or service?

Our new online member directory includes descriptions and contact information for all Eastern Technology Council members and is very easy to search.

I am interested in meeting someone from a specific company. Can the Eastern Technology Council provide an introduction?

Council Connect is a great way for online social networking with other Eastern Technology Council members. It is permission-based, and we encourage all members to participate. Learn more about Council Connect.

How many members are competitors in our industry category?

Our new online member directory includes descriptions and contact information for all Eastern Technology Council members and is very easy to search.

7. Member Publicity

As a member, how can I publicize my company news?

There are three ways to promote your press releases. One is through the Eastern Technology Council’s Member News RSS feed. Two is through our Member News page. And the third is through publication in the Member News section of Technology Times. To submit your news releases, log in to your account. (You must be the primary contact of your company's account to submit member news.)

What is the best way to brand our company name to Eastern Technology Council members?

We encourage you to take advantage of the business-to-business opportunities presented by the Eastern Technology Council. As the largest technology and life sciences trade association in the region with more than 600 member companies, we take networking and B2B opportunities to the next level. No where else will you have the ability to reach such a comprehensive group of technology and life sciences corporate leaders, customers, and potential investors to pursue real business opportunities. Learn more about the Eastern Technology Council’s B2B opportunities.

8. Members-Only Website

I forgot my username and password.

Visit the Members’ Login page, where you’ll see a link for forgotten passwords and usernames.

How do I update my member profile?