16 Tech adds serious technology VC credentials, leadership
Earlier this summer, the 16 Tech Community Corporation Board of Directors announced that Bob Coy has been named president and CEO of 16 Tech Community Corporation. It’s a key appointment that will help shape the future of Indy’s innovation district, which is rapidly taking shape on 60 acres just northwest of Monument Circle downtown The […]
From intern to CTO: Mat Gangwer of Rook Security
During his time at Rook Security, Mat has instilled a lot of confidence in his co-workers. So much so, he didn’t actually opt-in to the role of CTO; his co-workers elected him for the position.
Pondurance: Considerations for a secure office space in Indianapolis
When selecting a new office space, every business has different considerations. Size, location, amenities… each office is unique and can offer different benefits. Looking for an office that will house a security operations center (SOC), however, is a little more complicated. Previously located in Carmel, Indiana, the Pondurance team started to realize back in 2015 […]
John Warne watched Indiana grow from laggard to leader in tech
At TechPoint, we like to interview expatriates from the state (Xpats) who have returned to work at tech or tech-enabled companies after spending a portion of their careers outside of Indiana’s borders. As someone who came back to Indiana 22 years ago, John Warne has a unique perspective of seeing what Indiana was like in […]
Women’s groups INSIDE tech companies provide a support system
While men might outnumber women in the technology field, there is no lack of support for women in technology in Indianapolis. In fact, as a show of support and encouragement, many women’s groups have been created in internal organizations to support the efforts and contributions of women in technology. In Indianapolis alone, we’ve identified a […]
Why an investment in people is the best way to protect your organization’s assets
In a highly digital world, cybersecurity threats aren’t new. Despite more and more cybersecurity attacks mentioned daily in the media, companies are still struggling to protect themselves effectively, and their employees are often left in the dark about what they can and should do to help. Rook Security sees this problem every day with their […]
How Rook Security helped IMS monitor security threats during the Indianapolis 500
The Indianapolis 500 is a specially-rated event, with similar security standards to the Super Bowl. Working alongside law enforcement agencies such as the FBI and Department of Homeland Security, Rook Security set up a Cyber Command Center inside the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Emergency Operation Center (EOC), to detect and respond to digital threats.
Amanda Banach’s journey to starting a new career path in technology in Indiana
For some, coming to Indiana is coming back home. For others, like Amanda Banach, coming to Indiana is a matter of circumstance, like the result of her fiance’s job transfer. Little did she know about the growing tech scene and the vast potential for new career opportunities. With past experience in retail purchasing, merchandising, marketing, […]
