Why Join TAO?
Want exclusive access to events, visibility for your business, and a supportive community of tech enthusiasts?
Stay on the cutting edge of the tech industry
When you join TAO, you become part of a community of more than 450 local companies who love tech and are passionate about making Oregon & SW Washington the best place to grow a tech company. We equip our members with resources, connections, and opportunities to foster innovation and impact—here and around the world. Through membership, you gain a forum for business development and civic engagement, opportunities for professional development and access to influential thought leaders.
Who
should
join?
Technology start-ups and early-stage companies
Growth technology companies
Established technology companies
Technology-enabled manufacturing and hardware companies
IT and development departments in non-tech companies
Companies and organizations that provide services to the technology industry
Benefits
of
membership
Networking opportunities:
Join a community of 450+ member companies and make valuable industry connections through TAO professional networks and our online member-only Tech Oregon Community
Professional development + fun:
Receive exclusive invitations and free or discounted pricing to the 130+ events TAO organizes each year
Visibility through TAO:
Let us help you tell your company’s story and gain visibility through marketing and PR opportunities
Advocacy on your behalf:
Gain access to elected officials and policymakers and stay up-to-date on important legislation
Resources for your business:
Benefit from industry partnerships and save your company money with our 401(K) and healthcare plans
Member discounts:
Access the TAO Member Portal to receive special member discounts and promote your products in our Member Marketplace
Membership structure & pricing
Membership and organizational partnership in Technology Association of Oregon is by company and divided into four categories:
- Technology & Tech-Enabled
- Service Providers
- Community Affiliates
- Individual Memberships
Every employee of a member company is recognized as a member of the Technology Association of Oregon, therefore rates are based on the number of full-time Oregon and Southwest Washington employees