Information technology is one of the fastest growing sectors in the Capital Area, having grown 20% between 1998 and 2004. That’s 7 times faster than the rate for all jobs!
Helping lead the effort to transform the Capital Area to a knowledge-based economy are 300+ local IT companies providing more than 4,500 jobs—as well as “end users” of technology like banks, insurance companies, hospitals and schools that also employ large numbers of IT professionals.
Earnings in information technology are 75 percent higher than the average for all industries. However, most IT occupations require higher levels of education—usually at least some college, but typically bachelor’s degrees and beyond.
For our local IT industry and region to prosper we need these companies to sustain and grow their presence in the Capital Area, since they often times export information or services while importing critical capital and talent to our region.
The purpose of the IT Council is to foster a vibrant and thriving IT community in the Greater Lansing Region through:
- Education/Training
- Job Development
- Networking/ Events
- Though Leadership
From students, to professionals, to entrepreneurs and educators, the IT Council impacts everyone in the Capital Area region.
If you have a vested interest in the long-term success of our local economy, you can be a part of the solution by joining the IT Council.
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