Who will bring home a 2013 Jammy?
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The winners will be announced at the Tech Jam exhibitor reception - sponsored by Dinse, Knapp & McAndrew - on Friday evening at Club Metronome. Each will receive a handcrafted robot statuette designed for the occasion by
Can't come to the reception?
Check the Tech Jam Facebook page and Twitter feed on Friday night for an announcement of this year's Jammy winners. Thanks to the Tech Jam award judges: IBM Fellow John Cohn, Commerce Secretary
INNOVATION AWARD FINALISTS
This family-owned bioscience firm has a global reputation for its Vermont-made microplate instrumentation - a diagnostic tool with life-saving applications. The company's latest product, the Cytatlon3, combines a multimode microplate reader and a high-powered digital microscope. Medical researchers report the more efficient device is saving them time and money in the lab.
Pwnie Express,
Pwnie Express is known for taking "black hat" hacker tools and packaging them in a creative way for "white hat" use,
helping government and corporate entities protect their systems from attack. Their new Pwn Pad packs the company's proven penetration-testing software into the body of a Nexus Tablet.
MBF Bioscience, WlHfston
MBPs latest innovations, AutoSpine and SpineStudio software, analyze the size, shape and density of dendrite spines in brain tissue samples. Understanding changes in spine shape and density is key to research in neurodegenerativa diseases such as Alzheimer's. More than 2000 labs worldwide use MBF products for life sciences research.
AMBASSADOR AWARD FINALISTS
Found Line,
Web and mobile development shop Found Line has been instrumental in building the local tech community through its work organizing a PHP users group, Vermont Code Camp, BTV Gig, the National Day of Civic Hacking and nonprofit Code for BTV. Found Line principal
For 13 years
3-D PRINTER TECHNOLOGY
Blu-Bin 3-D Print Shop X15
BIOSCIENCE
* BioTek Instruments R50
Chroma Technology R47
Chroma Technology is an employee-owned company that specializes in the design and manufacture of precision optical filters and coatings. It was founded in 1991 by several individuals who wanted to create a working environment different from the typical corporate structure. Chroma's portfolio of products spans applications such as fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, spectroscopy, DNA sequencing, medical and surgical devices, astronomy, metallography, machine vision, manufacturing and security. Their filters are manufactured using high-performance sputtered coatings on many different types of filters, and they provide tools tailored to the most sophisticated scientific imaging applications such as TIRF and STED. Stop by the Chroma booth to see a demonstration of how optical filters are used to transmit or block specific wavelengths of light.
Husky Injection Molding Systems R48
Milton, husky.co/EN-US
Founded in 1953 by
The company found its niche in specialized mold-making and quickly developed into a leader in producing innovative, high-speed injection molding systems for thin-wall containers. Today Husky Injection Molding Systems is one of the world's leading suppliers of injectionmolding equipment and services to the global plastics industry, designing and manufacturing a broad range of injection-molding machines, hot runners, robots, molds and integrated systems. The Husky culture is entrepreneurial, fast-paced and unafraid of change. Its employees thrive in a dynamic environment, are driven by challenge and have a passion for excellence.
BUSINESS/
PROFESSIONRL SERVICES
Karma Bird House R22
The Karma Bird House is a place for smallbusiness entrepreneurs and créatives to land, work, gather, network and launch ideas. Small to mid-size private offices are available now in a unique culture of creativity and networked connection.
Out of the Office Virtual Assistance R25
Out of the Office Virtual Assistance offers on-demand administrative support for small businesses and busy professionals. Experienced administrative assistants are carefully matched to clients' specific requirements. A wide range of services is available to help with basic business needs - data entry, document formatting, proofreading, inbox management, appointment scheduling and much more. In addition. Out of the Office Virtual Assistance also offers advanced services including project and task management, social media planning, web content creation and a workflow advisory to help with administrative streamlining. These services are designed to help increase clients' productivity, decrease their workload and help them work more effectively.
CYBER SECURITY
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Pwnie Express R42
Pwnie Express is the premier global provider of innovative, cost-effective, rapid-deployment penetration testing products. Their products have been incorporated into the cyber-security toolboxes of over 1000 security service providers, Fortune 50 companies and various federal agencies. The Pwn Plug has been named the Editors Choice in
Student STEM Showcase
Students from across the state highlight their science, technology, engineering and math projects thanks to the
Trimble SketchUP
Building Bridges/Simple Machines
Plasma Speaker Design and Build
K-Turtle LOGO Programming
Astrophysics
Lego WeDO Robotics
EMT/Fire Certification
Creating History with Google Earth
Producing Animations with Tablet Technology
Introduction to Programming Demo
Web Design
Industrial Design: Backpack
EDUCATION
12 locations statewide and online, ccv.edu
The Community CoHege of Vermont is the state's second largest college, serving 7000 students each semester. With 12 locations and extensive online learning options, CCV's students don't have to travel far from their communities to access degree and certificate programs, workforce education and secondary education initiatives, continuing education opportunities, and academic and veteran support services. CCV offers a quality education at the lowest cost of any college in
Girl Develop It:
Want to learn how to code? Have a great idea? Don't be shy. Develop it. Girl Develop It is dedicated to providing a harassment-free community and learning experience for everyone regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race or religion. Yes, adults who identify as men are welcome at GDI events. GDI is currently seeking more potential teachers in the
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See sidebar on p. 11.
Founded in 1819,
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Oplerno is a global educational institution dedicated to transforming higher education. For students, its mission is to maximize the information available about their courses of study, the skills they will develop, and their faculty's expertise and teaching styles. For faculty, it offers complete control over the creation, content and ownership of their courses. Oplerno's goals are to lower the cost of education for students, increase the quality and diversity of available programs, and further educational opportunities worldwide for everyone.
Continuing Education is the doorway to academic excellence at The
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GRMING
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Birnam Wood Games R23
Burlington, birnamwoodgames.com
Birnam Wood Games is a video game company that makes entertaining, artistic and intelligent games that are easy to play but offer a wealth of strategic depth. In June'2013, Birnam Wood collaborated with Seven Days and the
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Meet the Makers
A couple thousand people trekked to
The Generator: Burlington's 6000 squarefoot community makerspace is scheduled to open in early 2014. Visit generatorvermont. com or stop by The Generator's table to find out about facilities, events, membership and studio rentals.
Laboratory B: Members of this Burlington hackerspace are bringing a hexacopter, "throwies" and some hands-on demonstrations to the Tech Jam, as well as information about monthly events and workshops.
Vermont Makers: Ever taken an electronic toy apart to find out how it works? Now's your chance. The Vermont Makers' interactive
GOVERNMENT / NONPROFIT
The Community and Economic Development Office supports economic growth and vitality in
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VCGI is a public nonprofit that provides free digital mapping data, information and resources. Anyone can visit the VCGI website to download this GIS data. VCGI also organizes professional development opportunities and posts mapping and GIS job openings on its website, and on its email listserv.
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GRAPHIC DESIGN / WEB DEVELOPMENT / MARKETING
Brandthropology rsi
Brandthropology [braend*thruh*pol*uh*jee] is a Vermont-based marketing consultancy with a distinctly Darwinian approach. It works with a diverse mix of international, national and local clients to steward brands intelligently over time. It specializes in the creation and administration of highly evolved marketing ecosystems for a select group of clients who are interested in embracing change - and the many opportunities that new technologies offer. Feeling the need to compete?
New Breed Marketing rss
New Breed is a marketing and sales company that builds high-growth businesses by transforming their marketing and sales process. Through a combination of marketing and sales strategies and platforms, New Breed creates and optimizes the buyer's lifecycle from an inbound lead to a customer.
Propeller Media Works rig
Propeller Media Works specializes in online marketing and custom responsive websites. Since 1997, the company's team of experienced web marketers, designers and developers have delivered hundreds of websites and campaigns to a wide range of unique brands. Propeller's list of local experience includes
Union Street Media re*
Union Street Media is an industry-leading provider of websites for the real estate, e-commerce, nonprofit and education industries. Founded in 1999, the company now has more than 400 clients. The Union Street Media platform provides tools for website content updates, lead management, internet marketing and website analytics. Combined with a customer-focused approach to service and support, the Union Street Media platform has helped hundreds of companies generate more business and provide better service to existing clients. In 2012,
Vermont Design Works ro9
Vermont Design Works' team has come together over the past 13 years to develop innovative solutions in the ever-changing online arena. They offer a full array of graphic design, complex web applications, website development and internet marketing services that are custom tailored for their clients. Their principal staff have extensive experience in online strategy, website usability, digital marketing, start-up and business development, and communications. They work with small to large businesses and nonprofits for whom they create new web solutions every day. VDW's experience and expertise put them on par with big-city firms, yet their clients choose and stay, with them because of their integrity and commitment to community - the personal touch of a Vermont company.
GREEN TECH
Control Technologies R20
Control Technologies is a Vermont-based business, headquartered in
Renewable NRG Systems xie
Renewable NRG Systems is an independently owned company that designs and manufactures decision-support tools for the renewable energy industry. The company's expertise spans both resource assessment products and turbine optimization equipment such as turbine control sensors, Lidar and condition monitoring systems. Found on every continent in more than 150 countries, Renewable NRG Systems' customers include electric utilities, renewable energy developers, turbine manufacturers, consultants and research institutes.
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Liquid Measurement Systems is one of Vermont's fastest-growing aerospace companies. Founded * in 1989. the company began with one big idea: replace the metal tubes used in fuel probes with graphite composite. Today, it specializes in the design, development, manufacture and testing of fuel management systems for the commercial and military markets. Stop by our booth at the Tech Jam to see a multitank display indicator, a fuel probe and a signal conditioner.
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Logic Supply is a specialized systems provider serving the embedded and industrial computing market. With locations in the
LPA Design/ PocketWizard X09
LPA Design is the world leader in wireless radio triggering and control systems for the photography industry. LPA products are marketed globally under the PocketWizard brand name, which is recognized as the world leader in wireless control of remote cameras and flashes. Its products are used by many of the top photographers in the world. The company is expanding with new products, a product diversification into a new product category, additional contract manufacturers and product distribution demands commensurate with a growing product line. Stop by its booth at the Tech Jam to see a demonstration of its wireless photography triggering system.
HERLTH CRRE IT
Adscripts R24
Adscripts is one of the largest companies focused exclusively on health care information technology. With more than 5500 employees nationwide, the company has the industry's largest network of clients on the most advanced product platform, resulting in a single patient record. Adscripts brings to market a complete portfolio of clinical, financial, analytics and connectivity solutions, and a client base of 180,000 physicians, 1500 hospitals, and 10,000 nursing homes, home care agencies and other post-acute organizations. Adscripts is in a high-growth mode and is currently offering numerous job opportunities across the country, including here in
Fletcher Aden Health Care is Vermont's academic medical center affiliated with the
Galen Healthcare Solutions *53
MBA HealthGroup *5?
MBA HealthGroup provides electronic health record consulting, practice management consulting and revenue cycle management services to physicians, hospitals and health systems in 35 states. In 2011, Inc. Magazine ranked MBA HealthGroup number 333 in the health industry in the annual Inc. 500, an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. As one of
OpenTempo *43
OpenTempo's integrated workforce management solution features real-time access to call, shift and daily case schedule information from any browser or mobile device. OpenTempo also features a built-in time-tracking and payroll management system. Customers can track time and attendance, rapidly review requests, and staff rooms and cases according to certification and supervision requirements. The end result is efficient and transparent scheduling - with clients seeing an average ROI of 200 percent and more in the first year. OpenTempo is growing very quickly in response to market demand. Stop by the OpenTempo booth to find out about careers at OpenTempo and to learn more about its product and cutting-edge architecture.
IT SOLUTIONS
C2 (Competitive Computing) *02
C2 is a technology services firm specializing in internet business solutions and enterprise technology infrastructure. With a focus on building strategic value, C2's industry-leading technology solutions are custom designed to help position clients to compete in an increasingly fast-paced and highly connected world. For over 20 years, C2 has worked with brand-name businesses, as well as educational and governmental institutions, to deliver award-winning solutions while earning premier status partnerships with vendors such as
Global-Z is the market leader in worldwide data quality solutions, offering pioneering data hygiene services to businesses around the world since 1989. Its data quality services are the benchmark in international postal address hygiene, merge/ purge (data matching/de-duplication), list rental fulfillment, email and phone standardization, and geocoding service. Global-Z created, developed and continually enhances reliable, proprietary solutions to meet the demands of the global marketplace. Its pioneering technology, linguistic and cultural expertise, and superior customer service give clients a competitive advantage. Due to continued growth, Global-Z is currently seeking to fill multiple positions that can be viewed on the Career Opportunities section of our website. Our positions are located at Global-Z's headquarters in
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With a local Vermont office and a global reach,
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Seven Days, the state's largest independent newsweekly, produces the Vermont Tech Jam. A related weekly email newsletter,
Whether you're an educator, student filmmaker, media professional, video blogger or citizen journalist, the
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WCAX has been on the leading edge of communication technology for more than 50 years. From newspaper to radio station to television station, WCAX has always strived to bring people the latest information using the latest technology. With the advent of the internet, WCAX has evolved yet again into a media company that has embraced new media - anyone, anytime, anywhere. WCAX has helped businesses get their word out via commercial advertising for more than half a century, and WCAX's new media offerings are the next step in that evolution.
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Wyatt Investment Research is an online media company that provides investment ideas and stock market research to more than 500,000 individual investors. The company's website includes written and video content and daily e-letters about profit opportunities. Like many media companies,
RECRUITMENT SERVICES
JobslnVT.com R26
Founded in 2003, JobslnVT.com is the largest job board in
Seven Days Jobs R03
Vermont's locally owned, independent newsweekly is also the area's best source of listings lior good local jobs. Employment classifieds are posted daily on the Seven Days website and distributed weekly in Seven Days newspaper; the paper's circulation has expanded to 36,000 copies, available for free at more than 1100 locations in
the Technical Connection R46
fhe Technical Connection works for companies to identify and hire talent critical to their current and future success. Its team understands the complex human capital needs of Vermont businesses and has been specializing in professional placement services for more than 20 years. Whether your company needs a contract employee to get the project done, or needs to find a permanent employee, The Technical Connection has the experience and resources you need to maintain a competitive advantage. The Technical Connection has also enabled thousands of job seekers to unlock their potential and take their careers to the next level by helping them secure employment with the best companies in northern
Vantage Point Recruiting R28
Vantage Point Recruiting is a premier provider of technical and upper management recruitment services for the northern
ROBOTICS
The Essex High School Robotics Team is part of For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, aka FIRST, a robotics organization that includes more than 1600 teams worldwide. Forty-two thousand high school students participate in FIRST with the assistance of approximately 23,000 mentors. The EHS team competes in the FIRST Tech Challenge. FTC is a mid-level robotics competition for high school students. In 2012, the EHS team won a spot at the World Championships in
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Greensea Systems develops advanced software technologies for unmanned underwater vehicles. The steadily growing company specializes in control and navigation systems for ROVs and AUVs derived from a common core architecture. Greensea has delivered more than 200 ROV and AUV navigation and control systems to the military, commercial and scientific offshore communities since it was founded in 2006. If hai researched and invested extensively to develop a flexible, scalable and robust software architecture for underwater vehicles that is proven and tested through thousands of operational hours every year. In 2013, Greensea released a commercial product line of open-architecture software. This new line complements Greensea's j custom software development business by offering proven solutions for inertial navigation, control, mission management and visualization. ;
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LORD MicroStrain Sensing Systems is a division of
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SOFTWARE AND DIGITAL PRODUCTS
Agilion R2
Founded in 2010, Agilion is a Vermont-based web and mobile app development team that serves customers in
CSL Software Solutions R12
CSL Software Solutions is a dynamic and innovative software company providing many of the world's largest pharmaceutical and biotech firms with class-leading business analytics and performance-coaching solutions. The company's U.S. home office opened in
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Dealer.com pioneered digital marketing for automotive retail by offering the first dealer-centric approach to websites back in 1998. Fast-forward 15 years, and the company's unique ability to combine dealer perspectives, consumer insights and technologist-fueled innovations has helped it create a marketing and operations software solution that is transforming the industry. Dealer. com holds agility, imagination, and initiative in high regard within all departments. Its investment in talent and innovation is bolstered by a 360-degree point of view on health, wellness and learning driven by its award-winning Life team. Dealer.com has two fast-growing offices located in
Empower Mobility
Empower Mobility has been providing high-quality, custom software development services since 2001. Backed by over 20 years of experience in mobile, eM specializes in migrating complex business processes to custom software that runs on Apple iOS and other mobile platforms. eM designs combine elegance and efficiency with intuitive user interfaces, complex database models and seamless communications. The end result is a complete mobile solution that is scalable, powerful and easy to use.
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Middlebury Interactive is the academic leader in world language instruction for K-12 students. A joint venture between
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Reading Plus is the leading producer of silent-reading assessments and intervention solutions and the only intervention system that is aligned with the Common Core State Standards. The company's unique, patented technology and implementation strategies build the foundation for academic, vocational and real-world success. Reading Plus is an award-winning, web-based reading intervention that develops students' capacity and motivation to engage with and comprehend complex texts. Reading Plus has achieved extensive, documented success in increasing scores on high-stakes standardized tests and in producing substantial gains in comprehension, vocabulary and overall reading proficiency for hundreds of thousands of students. Founded in
Vermont Information Processing ri7
Vermont Information Processing, founded in 1972, is a software and services company serving the beverage industry. VIP software applications are developed in-house and handle all business functions for a beverage distributor, including inventory management, order processing, sales reporting and financial management. VIP also offers software and services for beverage-supplier needs including data collection, delivery and cleansing. VIP customers include more than 700 distributors and 45 suppliers. VIP employs more than 150 individuals and has offices in five locations throughout the country. In 2011, VIP became a 100-percent employee-owned company. VIP offers a full benefits package including health, 401(k), an employee share ownership plan, profit sharing and on-site child care.
ViewBoost R27
ViewBoost Vermont is an iOS mobile application designed to showcase Vermont and all that it has to offer from scenic byways, to artisanal cheese makers, handcrafted breweries, local eateries, scenic locations and so much more. This cutting-edge mobile app features fast, accurate geotargeting capability allowing travelers to quickly see where they are and what highlights are close by. It gives travelers the opportunity to customize a unique itinerary based on their interests, and share it with friends and family. Using ViewBoost Is like having your own travel concierge on your iPhone! It also provides merchants the ability to engage customers and showcase their businesses.
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Keep BT Local's mission is to ensure the long-term viability of
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Summit Technologies is an industry-leading wireless networking solutions provider focused primarily on Wi-Fi and secure wireless guest access since 2002. Its team provides site survey, network design, deployment, monitoring and support services. Summit's networks are utilized in hospitality, healthcare, warehousing, airports, MDUs, corporations, campus environments, special event venues, and in-building cellular enhancement. Summit represents leading manufacturers including
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