{"podcast":{"title":"Austin Tech Connect: The Podcast For The Austin Technology Ecosystem, Business Leaders, and Tech Entrepreneurs!","slug":"austin-tech-connect","podcast_index_feed_id":5893386,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/445386/rss","website_url":"https://www.austintechnologycouncil.org","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/5/7/1/3/571305043495b7a2a04421dee9605cbd/Austin_Tech_Cover.png","author":"Austin Technology Council","episode_count":146,"summary":"Austin Tech Connect is the go to podcast for all things Technology in the Austin, Texas region. The show is hosted by the CEO of Austin Technology Council, Thom Singer. For over two years this show has highlighted local tech leaders who make a difference in the Austin tech ecosystem. Each week Thom sits down with leaders in technology & business from the greater Austin area to explore success stories, business advice, and visions for the future of Austin Tech. The Austin Technology Council has been bringing people together and serving the local tech ecosystem for over 32 years. If you are looking for the \"Whose Who\" of the Austin Technology Community, you need to be listening to the Austin Tech Connect Podcast. The Austin Tech Community is vibrant ecosystem of companies, non-profits, universities, and government agencies that are committed to keeping Austin as a leading technology center. Over the past three decades the city of Austin, Texas has transformed from a college town that is the State Capital, into a fast growing tech center. Homegrown startups grow into international leaders, and many other companies have opened offices in Austin or moved their headquarters. The future…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/austin-tech-connect"},"episode":{"title":"The Power of Participation - Why Being Involved Matters","slug":"the-power-of-participation-why-being-involved-matters","published_at":"2024-11-20T17:45:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/austin-tech-connect/the-power-of-participation-why-being-involved-matters","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/austin-tech-connect","url":"https://a7b1cb29-8eb2-4801-9ccb-e0eb899497ab.libsyn.com/the-power-of-participation-why-being-involved-matters","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/a7b1cb29-8eb2-4801-9ccb-e0eb899497ab/ATC_podcast_nov_20.mp3?dest-id=3729132","summary":"In this episode of the Austin Tech Connect podcast, we dive deep into the transformative power of being actively involved in a trade association like ATC. Thom Singer, CEO of the Austin Technology Council, unpacks why participation is about more than just attending events—it's about building connections, creating opportunities, and contributing to something bigger than yourself. Discover how involvement can accelerate your career, strengthen your company, and help drive innovation and collaboration across the entire industry. Thom highlights the tangible benefits of membership, including professional development, increased visibility, and the chance to influence the direction of the tech community in Austin. We also explore the ripple effects that engagement has on the broader community. When individuals and companies come together through associations, they not only solve immediate challenges but also create a foundation for long-term growth, innovation, and resilience. If you've ever wondered how being part of an association like ATC can help you grow personally and professionally while contributing to the success of your industry, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiring stories to get you motivated. Whether you're a seasoned executive or just starting out in the tech world, this conversation will leave you thinking differently about the power of participation. Tune in to learn how you can make a bigger impact—on yourself, your company, and the community—by getting involved and staying engaged.","meta_description":"In this episode of the Austin Tech Connect podcast, we dive deep into the transformative power of being actively involved in a trade association like ATC.…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1137,"processing_state":"failed","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/austin-tech-connect/episodes/the-power-of-participation-why-being-involved-matters/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/austin-tech-connect/the-power-of-participation-why-being-involved-matters.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}