The State of Technology 2026 | ITC Annual Conference
ITC Annual Conference  ·  May 19, 2026

The State of
Technology

Idaho Technology Council  ·  JUMP, Boise

"The Intersection of AI & Ag "

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πŸ“… Tuesday, May 19, 2026
πŸ• 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
πŸ“ JUMP · Boise, Idaho
AI & Agriculture β—† Idaho Tech Economy Report — Inaugural Edition β—† May 19, 2026 · JUMP Boise β—† Deal Flow Intelligence β—† Workforce Forecasting β—† 300+ Tech Leaders β—† Innovation · Leadership · Idaho β—† Driving Tech Growth in Idaho β—† AI & Agriculture β—† Idaho Tech Economy Report — Inaugural Edition β—† May 19, 2026 · JUMP Boise β—† Deal Flow Intelligence β—† Workforce Forecasting β—† 300+ Tech Leaders β—† Innovation · Leadership · Idaho β—† Driving Tech Growth in Idaho β—†
About the Event

Where Idaho's
Future Comes
Into Focus

Idaho sits at a remarkable intersection — where two of its most powerful industries, technology and agriculture, are converging in ways that will reshape how the state grows, competes, and leads.

The ITC Annual Conference brings together business leaders, innovators, policymakers, and tech professionals for an influential luncheon featuring keynote insights, a high-level fireside conversation, and the release of data that tells the real story of Idaho's tech economy.

For the first time, all attendees will receive the inaugural Idaho Tech Economy Report — combining deal flow intelligence and workforce data into one definitive statewide resource.

300+ Attendees — ITC's 2nd Largest Tech Gathering of the Year
5,000+ Statewide Ecosystem Connections Reached
135+ Member Companies Across All 44 Idaho Counties
1st Inaugural Idaho Tech Economy Report
ITC Annual Conference β€” a packed room of Idaho tech leaders
Last Year's Event · 300+ Leaders in the Room
Featured Speakers

Voices Shaping
Idaho's Tech Future

Speaker photos coming soon. Meet the innovators, data leaders, and ag-tech visionaries taking the stage May 19.

🎀 Opening Keynote · Fireside Chat
The Intersection of AI & Agriculture
Moderated by Carolyn Holly  ·  Idaho Business for Education
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Fran Mancheco
CEO, Amalgamated Sugar
Industry Perspective
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John Shovic
AI & Robotics Director, University of Idaho
Academic Perspective
Blake Hansen
πŸ“Š Deal Flow Data
Blake Hansen
CEO & Founder, Alturas
Idaho Investment Activity & Deal Flow
Gresham Schlect
πŸ“ˆ Workforce Report
Gresham Schlect
CEO, Lightcast
Tech Talent Forecast & Workforce Data
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Photo Coming Soon
πŸŽ™ Moderator
Carolyn Holly
Idaho Business for Education
Fireside Chat Moderator

More speakers & photos to be announced

Event Program

Schedule

11:30 AM
Doors Open · Networking & Lunch
JUMP, Pioneer Room · Boise
12:00 PM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Reid Stephan, ITC Board Chair · St. Luke's Health System
Jessica Cafferty, Board Chair Elect · RNG Group
12:10 PM
Opening Keynote · Fireside Chat
Fran Mancheco & John Shovic · Moderated by Carolyn Holly, Idaho Business for Education
The Intersection of AI & Ag — Industry & Academic Perspectives
12:40 PM
Deal Flow Data
Blake Hansen · CEO/Founder, Alturas
12:50 PM
Tech Talent Forecast Report
Gresham Schlect · CEO, Lightcast
1:00 PM
Closing Keynote Address
Joni Kindwall-Moore · CEO, The Ryzosphere
Innovation from the Field to the Table
1:15 PM
Idaho Tech Economy Report
Diane Temple, President & CEO · Idaho Technology Council
Inaugural Edition presented & distributed to all attendees
1:30 PM
Closing & Networking
Workshops begin 2:00 PM · 5th floor
✦ Inaugural Edition · 2026

Idaho Tech
Economy Report

For the first time, ITC is releasing a comprehensive, data-driven look at Idaho's technology economy — combining deal flow intelligence from Alturas with workforce and talent forecasting from Lightcast. One authoritative statewide resource. Every attendee receives a copy.

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Idaho Tech Economy Report
2026 Inaugural Edition
Presented at The State of Technology · May 19, 2026
Deal Flow Data Talent Forecast Tech Sector Trends Workforce Pipeline Capital Activity
Registration

Secure Your Seat

All tickets include lunch, keynote and featured speaker access, and a copy of the inaugural Idaho Tech Economy Report.

Individual Admission
Non-Member Ticket
$ 45
  • Full luncheon access & networking
  • All keynote & featured speakers
  • Inaugural Idaho Tech Economy Report
  • Ask us how to unlock ITC membership benefits
Register — Non-Member
Small Business
Small Business Showcase
$ 200
  • Covered exhibitor table, Pioneer Room perimeter
  • Logo in Small Business Showcase program section
  • Stage mention directing attendees to your table
  • 2 attendee tickets included
  • Businesses with 50 or fewer employees only
Reserve Your Table
Group / VIP
ITC Member VIP Table
$ 250
  • 4 tickets at the exclusive ITC member rate
  • Premier VIP table placement
  • Company logo displayed on your table
  • Invite colleagues, clients, or partners
Reserve VIP Table
Sponsorship Opportunities

Put Your Brand
at the Center

Connect your brand with Idaho's most influential tech, business, and innovation leaders at the ITC Annual Conference.

πŸ† Title Tier · 1 Available
Presenting Sponsor
$3,000
  • Table of 8 with premier seating near the stage
  • 5-minute speaking opportunity or company video
  • AV & stage mentions throughout the event
  • Logo on all marketing materials & event program
  • Pre-event social media recognition with tags
  • Opportunity to introduce a speaker on stage
Inquire About Presenting

Your investment sponsors tech students to attend at no charge.

⭐ Premier
Event Sponsor
$2,000
  • Table of 8 with premier seating
  • AV & stage mentions
  • Logo on marketing materials & program
  • Vendor booth in lobby entrance (6th floor)
Become an Event Sponsor
🎯 VIP Table
VIP Table Sponsor
$950
  • Table of 8, preferred seating near the stage
  • Logo on your table & in the event program
  • AV recognition during the event
  • Stage mention as a key ecosystem supporter
Reserve a VIP Table

Questions about sponsorship? Contact Betsy Davies, VP & COO. Your investment supports Idaho's tech community — including sponsoring tech students to attend at no charge.

Contact Us About Sponsorship
Venue

JUMP · Boise

Jack's Urban Meeting Place
1000 W Myrtle St
Boise, Idaho 83702

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Date

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

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Time

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Workshops follow at 2:00 PM · 5th floor

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Room

Pioneer Room

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Parking

Street parking & nearby garages available

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JUMP · Boise

1000 W Myrtle St · Boise, ID 83702

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