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First Friday: May 3- Mr. Sparkman joined Slater in 2000 as Executive Director of the Slater Center for Interactive Technologies (“Slater Interactive”), now the Slater Technology Fund (“Slater Fund”), where he invests in software, new media, and energy-related technologies.

First Friday, June 7: Rob was the state senator for the Cape and Islands and before that a Barnstable County Commissioner.  He is a professor at Massachusetts Maritime Academy and have a Ph.D in American History with degrees from Georgetown, Harvard, and Tufts universities.  He has three children and five grandchildren and lives in Cummaquid. NOTE: This event was rescheduled, it was originally set for July.

First Friday: July 12- What is the "Internet of Things"? Join tech startup guru John Landry for a look at this and other trends.

First Friday - August 2: Gary Beach brings more than 30 years of information technology publishing experience to his role as publisher emeritus of IDG’s CIO magazine. Beach is a highly regarded spokesperson throughout the United States and the global technology industry and he has testified on key issues facing the IT industry before the U.S. House and Senate.

First Friday - September 6: Join NeuEon founder and Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur in Residence Peter Karlson as he outlines the resources and programs available to local entrepreneurs and what you can do to support and nurture the entrepreneurial community on Cape Cod.

Cranberries, a staple on the Thanksgiving dinner menu, is a major industry in southeastern Massachusetts and also one which is increasingly using technology to improve yields, lower costs, aid environmental conditions, and remain competitive. Dawn Gates-Allen, the communications manager of the 100+ year-old Cape Cod Cranberry Growers Association joins the Cape Cod Technology Council on Friday, November 1 to discuss the growing use of technology from computerized irrigation to remote sensors to monitor bogs to wireless and internet applications which…

Connected devices and ubiquitous broad band offer convenience, but at a price. Your devices communicate all sorts of data to be collected by the government and companies. Every internet device is a potential  target for hacking and malware. Our panel of experts will discuss the security and privacy issues created by our increasingly connected world, including strategies to minimize the risk of being tracked, hacked, or profiled. Christine “CJ” Conrad Chief Customer Experience Officer The Cape Cod Five Cents Savings…

This event has been rescheduled to Friday, Jan 10 due to weather concerns! A New Year's tradition continues:  John Landry will again share his insights and forecasts for software-related technologies. John Landry is a 30+ year software veteran and innovator who has built great software products and great software companies.   Landry has had a distinguished track record as an innovative “Serial CTO”, successfully creating and executing a business-aware technology vision at several major software companies.   His CTO career has evolved…

Bob Egan, chief analyst and CEO of the Sepharim Group of Falmouth, joins the Cape Cod Technology Council First Friday Breakfast on Feb. 7, to discuss mobile strategies and technologies for businesses and organizations. Bob, who has worked with over 2000 enterprises during his 30 years of focus on mobile and wireless, is a globally recognized industry thought-leader on the strategic business use of mobility and is a sought after speaker for his views about the future of mobile and…

Kristy Senatori, Deputy Director of the Cape Cod Commission, leads the Commission's Strategic Information Office and the information, innovation and design departments.  After graduating from law school Ms. Senatori worked in the private sector for several years before joining the Commission in 2008 and serving as the Commission's Chief Regulatory Officer for four years.  Ms. Senatori is currently leading regionalization efforts and smarter government initiatives for the Commission. Kristy graduated from Hamilton College, received a J.D. from Vermont Law School…

David C. Churbuck is a digital media and marketing executive with over 25 years of experience and innovation in print and online businesses He is a founding partner of Eastman Advisors, where he specializes in digital marketing, ecommerce, and digital media as part of the firm’s corporate advisory practice. He was previously Vice-President of Global Digital Marketing at Lenovo, the world’s second largest PC manufacturer and home of the ThinkPad and IdeaPad lines of notebook computers. At Lenovo he: Led…

Marine biologist and shark expert Dr. Gregory Skomal will be the guest speaker at the Cape Cod Technology Council’s May 2 First Friday Breakfast at the Hyannis Golf Club from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.  Dr. Skomal has been tracking large sharks in the waters off Cape Cod and elsewhere in the Atlantic Ocean using a variety of technologies.  Come learn how sensing and telemetry technologies have dramatically enhanced his understanding of the ecology of great white sharks in the…

3D printing – the technology, applications, possibilities, and realities – will be the topic of the June First Friday breakfast of the Cape Cod Technology Council.  The breakfast will be held at the Hyannis Golf Club, Route 132, Hyannis on Friday, June 6 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Rudy Grua, Vice President of the 3D Printing Division of Alpha Imaging Technologies of Lowell, will give an overview on the development of 3D printing, the technologies and opportunities, and where…

Luke Hinkle, founder of My Generation Energy, Inc. of South Dennis, will address the “Green Grid” at the July First Friday breakfast of the Cape Cod Technology Council.   Because of the Independence Day holiday on July 4, the breakfast will actually be held on the second Friday, July 11, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Hyannis Golf Club on Route 132, Hyannis. “Our electric grid is not very smart right now,” says Mr. Hinkle.  “A smarter grid will allow…

Retail industry technology in the form of Point-Of-Sale and Advanced-Special-Order information systems will be the subject of the August First Friday Breakfast of the Cape Cod Technology Council. Sid Snow, President and Chief Executive Officer of Snow’s Home and Garden in Orleans and Harwich, and Sharise Nunnally, Snow’s Information Technology Manager, will review the company’s application of the latest in retail technologies for business management, customer service, and financial success.  The breakfast will be held on Friday, August 1 from…

Ceres calls climate change a “once-in-a-lifetime market opportunity” that will unlock $20 trillion of profitable climate changes solutions for businesses and entrepreneurs. So why is venture capital into the sector plummeting?  And if fundamentals are so bad, why are Solar City and Tesla worth so much? Thorne Sparkman, managing director at the Slater Technology Fund, will speak about the growing opportunities in cleantech and how entrepreneurs can solve the world’s most vexing environmental challenges using technology and business model innovation…

Rescheduled to October 10! Technology projects have seen much discussion lately about the emergence and success of "Agile" project management.  Many companies are now declaring Agile methods their corporate standard.  Does this mean the end of traditional project management methods?  Join us for this session to compare both approaches,  and find out the implications for your business. About Alicia Trelles-Duckett, MBA PMP Alicia has over 20 years of experience in the Project Management field: 15 of them deploying global projects for…

Sean Mullin, President and CEO of BI2 Technologies of Plymouth, MA, will speak on biometric technology’s applications in law enforcement at the November First Friday breakfast of the Cape Cod Technology Council. The breakfast will be held on Friday, November 7 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Hyannis Golf Club on Route 132, Hyannis. Sean will be joined by Bruce Taylor, CEO of Police Central in Atlanta and a CCTC member. Police Central provides law enforcement records, jail and…

Baxter, the robot, is coming to the December First Friday Breakfast of the Cape Cod Technology Council. Harley Green, a robotics specialist with Gibson Engineering of Norwood, MA, will discuss the growing field of collaborative machines which includes robots designed to work alongside people in close proximity with safety and effiency. The robots handle mundane tasks, freeing their human associates to do more skilled work while making the business more competitive and able to compete with international sources. Baxter, one…

Technology to Clean Wastewater, Provide Aquaculture and Energy is Focus of Cape Cod Technology Council January Second Friday Breakfast Brian Braginton-Smith, President of AquaGen Integrated Systems in South Yarmouth, will discuss his firm’s fascinating technology to convert wastewater into clean, super oxygenated water that speeds the growth of aquaculture such as salad greens and herbs, while also producing energy and fertilizer and other by-products at the January “First Friday” breakfast of the Cape Cod Technology Council.  Due to the New…

Managing Health Care through Technology is topic of Cape Cod Technology Council’s February, 2015 First Friday Breakfast Kathleen Hernon, the Operations Readiness Director for Partners HealthCare at Home, will discuss the application of technology to improve health care management, covering such areas as tele-medicine, the smart phone’s role in health care, and related topics at the February First Friday breakfast of the Cape Cod Technology Council. The breakfast, open to the public, will be held on Friday, February 6 from…

How A Bourne Technology Company Succeeds by Finding Its Niche and Always Delivering is Topic of Cape Cod Technology Council’s March First Friday Breakfast Today when one reads about companies outsourcing technology work, the story usually discusses their contracting with design firms in India, the Far East, and elsewhere. But one local company has kept the work at home … by competing successfully from Cape Cod. John DeCesare, President of Celerity Embedded Design Services in Pocasset, will speak on the…

WHOI Staffer Discusses the Technology and Its Recent Use in an Expedition off a Greek Island to Explore an Ancient Shipwreck as topic of Cape Cod Technology Council’s April First Friday Breakfast When a group of marine archaeologists explored an ancient shipwreck off a Greek Island in the Aegean Sea last September and October, the team included members of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and deployed advanced diving technology that overcomes the challenges of the deep for longer, better study…

RESCHEDULED FROM JANUARY A New Year's tradition continues:  John Landry will again share his insights and forecasts for software-related technologies. John Landry is a 30+ year software veteran and innovator who has built great software products and great software companies.   Landry has had a distinguished track record as an innovative “Serial CTO”, successfully creating and executing a business-aware technology vision at several major software companies.   His CTO career has evolved from developing batch mainframe application systems, to AI-based expert systems,…

July 2015 First Friday: An archeological dig that lead to the discovery of buried treasure in downtown Sandwich and how that is furthering STEM programs in the Upper Cape town. The presentation will be preceded by remarks on STEM development by Jill Neumayer DePiper, Director of the new Cape Cod Regional STEM Network.

Aug 2015 First Friday: John Sullivan, a former art teacher, animator, set designer, and member of the Turner Pictures/ 20th Century Fox staff, will discuss and demonstrate how technology has changed the craft of animation and visual arts.

Investing, including the impact of technology, will be the subject of the Cape Cod Technology Council’s September 11, 2015 “First” Friday Breakfast. Michael A. Tyler, Chief Investment Officer of Eastern Bank’s Wealth Management Division, will focus his talk on “Think Global, Invest Local”.

Just in time for New Years weight-loss resolutions! At November's First Friday Breakfast, Tim Calise, co-founder and CEO of Koko FitClub Cape Cod, will speak on how technology is being used to make strength and conditioning more enjoyable while improving fitness quicker. He will also address the entrepreneurship challenges of developing franchises locally while expanding nationally.

Kevin Sareault, Vice President of Unmanned Programs for AVWatch, Inc., in Plymouth, MA will look at the current state of drones (unmanned aircraft systems), what he sees in development of the technology, and how he views the real impact of "drones" on the future -- it won’t likely be necessarily just what the Amazons, Googles, and other high-tech companies envision.

Steve Johnston, Executive Director of OpenCape, will discuss the current status and plans for expansion of the state-of-the-art middle mile fiber backbone.

Bob Egan, chief analyst and CEO of the Sepharim Group of Falmouth, joins the Cape Cod Technology Council First Friday Breakfast on March 4, to discuss mobile strategies and technologies for businesses and organizations.

Bringing ocean technologies from the lab to the marketplace will be the subject of the Cape Cod Technology Council’s First Friday breakfast on April 1, 2016. David Knaack, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution’s (WHOI) Director for Technology Transfer, will discuss the institution’s commercial success stories.

David Cedrone, Associate Commissioner for Economic and Workforce Development and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) for the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education will discuss the State’s STEM focus and how it aligns with workforce needs.

Jane Frost of the Golf Academy, located at the Sandwich Hollows Golf Course, will discuss the major role that wearable biofeedback and other technology plays in helping golfers improve their golf game.

What does the shared workspace industry have to do with technology? Everything. Robbin Orbison, the president and owner of CapeSpace, will discuss the concept of 'shared workspaces' and their impact on and value to today's independent, mobile workers of the technology industry.

Think the only big innovations in real estate have been Zillow? Think again! Ryan Castle of the Cape Cod & Islands Association of REALTORS® and Multiple Listing Service will be discussing how CCIMLS is changing the way real estate listing data is distributed, and how they are creating new opportunities for innovation and collaboration.

Veteran webmaster and SEO (search engine optimization) specialist Dale Shadegian of 118Group, will explain this confusing concept in plain English, and will illustrate the application of SEO using a real business.  The Google Search Engine has a simple goal: present fast, accurate, and secure answers to questions.  He will discuss topics like keyword research, back linking and prominence. Attendees will walk away with actionable tips for how to help websites get found in Google searches and Maps. Join us to learn…

The Agile Manifesto, Scrum, and other cutting edge Silicon Valley concepts and practices that you need to know in 2018 Agile, Scrum, Lean, Fail Fast, and Minimum Viable Product (MVP) are high tech terms that emerged from Silicon Valley practices which are now enabling leading companies worldwide to deliver products and services in astoundingly short time frames. Gene Sorbo of Strong Tower Solutions LLC is a Certified Scrum Master and expert in these Agile concepts and practices, and will deliver…

Business Email Compromise (BEC) has become a significant threat to U.S. businesses and individuals. Since October 2013, the FBI has identified victims from 131 countries and a global monetary exposure of over $5 billion dollars as a result of BEC fraud. Ransomware is a form of malware that targets both human and technical weaknesses in organizations and individual networks in an effort to deny the ability of critical data and systems. Ransomware is frequently delivered through spear phishing e-mails to…

Social robots have arrived and they promise to revolutionize human-technology interactions using life-like behaviors. Jibo is the first social robot for the home designed to be more like a member of the family than just another voice-driven device. Cynthia Breazeal’s MIT Media Lab research indicates that robots like Jibo will provide more than just useful features - they will provide companionship and help us achieve our goals. This is an opportunity to meet Jibo and experience his charm in person.…

Cape Cod is rich with potential for technology careers. I will look at the current landscape and explore hardware, infrastructure support and coding / applications engineering opportunities located here. Critical to filling the available technology jobs and fueling potential startup opportunities will be attracting and retaining qualified candidates. In light of that we'll take a look at education opportunities for students new to the field as well as housing / cost of living challenges faced by workers just starting out…

Social Media 2018 Social media and your business exist in an ever-evolving cycle of adjustment with an earnest hope of finding the sweet spot around the opportunities social media offers to grow and sustain your business. There is, of course, a newly established concern regarding the demise of Facebook’s value . . . or is that simply smoke and mirrors? What works and what doesn’t? How does one keep pace? All will be covered in this presentation. And we will…

Everywhere you go these days from your local coffee shop to the airport; public WIFI hotspots are readily available. They are convenient and allow you to stay connected on your mobile device or laptop even when you’re on the go. But what are the hidden dangers? How do you manage your employees use of public WIFI in a way that protects both your business, clients, and mobile devices from the threat of hackers? All this and more will be covered…

The blockchain is a tidal wave of transformation that is disrupting businesses, governments, and the world economy. In this session, you'll get real-life examples of where blockchain is already changing the world. You'll leave inspired, refreshed, and ready to apply blockchain to improve your business and the world. SIR JOHN HARGRAVE is the publisher of Bitcoin Market Journal. He specializes in making the world of New Finance—bitcoin, cryptocurrencies, and ICOs—understandable to everyday investors. Using plain English and entertaining examples, he…

The CCRSN is a consortium of more than 650 individuals and 85 partner organizations working to build the STEM pipeline from K-career in our region. Housed at Cape Cod Community College, our mission is: To be an inspiration hub for tomorrow’s innovators. We achieve this by hosting K-16 teacher professional development, teacher externships at STEM-rich institutions in our region; offering programs for 4Cs STEM students such as: scholarships, tutoring, advising, speaker series, site visits to employers, a mentoring program with…

The world of digital marketing is constantly changing and evolving. This presentation will cover the present state of digital marketing and where it is heading in the future in a chancing economic, political and regulatory climate. Local business owners can stay abreast of the changing tides in digital marketing or be left on the sidelines. Attendees will leave with actionable information that they can apply to their own businesses to take advantage of the evolution of the market. Craig Orsi…

The Blue Economy effort is about growing the region's economy in a sustainable and balanced way, focusing on protecting and promoting our water and coastal resources. This presentation will provide a look back at the origins of the Cape Cod Blue Economy Project, bring you up to speed on what we are working on today, and where we hope to head for the future. Chris Adams serves as Chief of Staff at the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce. In his…

We all know networking is something we need to do. But many of us don’t like it one bit! Like anything else, it’s easier when you have some tools. Participants will learn about their behavior and personality style through a complimentary DISC Index Assessment – that’s a widely used, non-judgmental personality profile tool which identifies ways that people prefer to relate to one another. Everyone learns a lot? In a fun, interactive event, networking expert Warren Rutherford shared successful networking…

Apple CEO Tim Cook warns your data is 'being weaponized' against you, especially by Facebook and Google. Data privacy and protection is all the rage, and governments are stepping in to give you more control over how your online data is used. Which is great for consumers but painful for businesses. This presentation will give a general overview of the latest Data Protection regulations from Europe, Mexico, Canada, and now California. As Chief Technology Officer and Data Protection Officer for…

Discover how students are learning to write code to pilot drones today and into the future. Agriculture mapping, thermal imaging, tower inspection and much more are applications which save time and money for businesses and for the world. Creating flight plans for these UAVs has never been easier. Come see a demonstration on the tools schools are using to educate STEM students on Cape Cod. With over 20 years experience in the education publishing industry on the East Coast, Peter…

You either put your recycling at the curb every week or drop it off at the dump, but what happens after that? Did you include the right materials? What should you do with things like hard-to-recycle items and household hazardous waste, unwanted pharmaceuticals, and organic debris? Kara Boule of Nauset Disposal and Kari Parcell from the Barnstable County Cooperative Extension will cover the recycling and materials management process, ideas for reducing and reusing materials, how to encourage recycling and monitor…

When you are doing business on-line, you face a range of legal challenges. Infringers might try to steal your brand. Copyright trolls might try to extort payments from you. Under recent changes in the law, state tax authorities might try to do the same. Government agencies might examine how you pay influencers or protect data. Do you know whether you can use that photograph? Attorney Gene Curry will offer practical advice on avoiding online traps for the unwary. Gene Curry…

During this session, the Cape Cod Baseball League will discuss the role that technology has played in changing, and even defining, the way the game is played over the years.  We will discuss key technologies that have changed the game, starting with the deadball era, and stadium lights, through today -- where technology, "moneyball", data analytics, predictive analytics, etc, are dictating how scouts, managers, and players make decisions.  Lastly, we'll discuss how technology influences the Cape League and what our…

The Cape Cod Astronomical Society is a group of amateur astronomers who enjoy looking at the cosmos and teaching others about the craft. Their work includes: Providing instruction and education for those who wish to view the skies. Supporting those with special interests in astronomy, space science and related fields. Preserving our night skies and saving energy by reducing light pollution. Meeting once a month to share ideas and observing experiences, and to participate in an astronomy or science presentation.…

Located in the U.S. and a subsidiary of Kongsberg Maritime, Hydroid is the world’s most trusted manufacturer of advanced Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs). Our marine robotics systems provide innovative and reliable full-picture solutions for the marine research, defense, hydrographic and offshore/energy markets. For more information on our technologies, please visit www.hydroid.com. Ocean exploration has traditionally been dominated by surface ship technology. As a field-proven technology leader in autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), Hydroid’s REMUS line of vehicles are changing the game.…

As emerging technologies like 5G, artificial intelligence, robotics, block chain and cyber security continue to create millions of new, well-paying jobs, market researcher International Data Corporation ominously forecasts by 2023 – just four years from now – the U.S. economy, and national security, will be handicapped by a dire situation where there will be a shortage of 900,000 individuals to fill jobs in those emerging market sectors. Thanks to our event sponsor - Cape Cod Young Professionals Long-term solutions to this…

Wayne’s World, Between Two Ferns, or something more? Public access television has long been known as a quirky platform for members of the community to share their ideas. But community media centers also serve as town criers for local events, organizations, and initiatives; incubators for students and young video producers; stepping stones in emerging fields like podcasting and virtual reality; and places of gathering for film and video lovers. Hear from staff of the Cape Cod Community Media Center in…

Brown Lindquist Fenuccio & Raber Architects partnered with The CC5 for one of their largest projects to date, the CC5 Hyannis Banking Center, known as HQ5. With the commitment both firms have to the Community, our Cape Cod Landscape, and the overall environment, it is no surprise that the new Hyannis Banking Center is seeking for LEED Gold certification, and will include innovative environmental building design and materials. Kurt Raber and Todd Carson, the BLF&R Principals that have spearheaded this…

In 2020, mobile operators will roll out a new faster and more robust generation of wireless technology known as 5G. Over time 5G will spectacularly impact now only how we use our smartphones, tablets and computers but usher in a new era of wearable computing, smart homes and autonomous vehicles while fostering a revolution in robotics, drones and healthcare. In this session we’ll discuss many key issues including: What is 5G and how will it evolve? What are the complexities…

Thanks to our event sponsor, CapeSpace! WCAI's Eve Zuckoff offers a reporter's perspective on climate change as it affects Cape Cod, including what the facts are, how she covers it, and how language and culture around climate change can either create more problems or offer a way forward. Plus, she'll offer some of the most effective ways Cape businesses can get involved in climate change solutions. This presentation is well-suited for Cape Cod leaders interested in how the community-at-large is…

The stark reality is that soon there will not be enough clinicians to care for our citizens sufficiently. Instead of relying on the more traditional and already overburdened one-to-one model, we must adopt technology that enables one-to-many care delivery models. In particular, artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies allow for outsourcing of routine tasks to machines, creating space in the schedule for human interaction between clinician and patient. How can we apply digital and telehealth to improve care delivery,…

Cape Light Compact is a nationally-recognized, award-winning energy services organization operated by the 21 towns on Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard and Dukes County. The Compact’s mission is to serve its 200,000 customers through the delivery of proven energy efficiency programs, effective consumer advocacy and renewable competitive electricity supply.  The Compact offers a comprehensive approach to energy services, including competitive electricity rates with green options, effective consumer advocacy, proven energy efficiency programs, and energy education.  Austin Brandt will discuss the…