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WTIA Launches Member2Member Program

Washington Technology Industry Association's Launches the Member2Member Program (M2M), developed to create more opportunities for members to make money and save money.

MAKE MONEY
Looking to reach Washington's technology industry with your product or service? Then participate in the WTIA Member to Member (M2M) program - a unique opportunity to promote a special product or service available only to other WTIA members and all their employees.

When you participate in M2M, you control the discount, all offers are determined by you - and we help get the word out to the industry. You'll benefit from significant exposure on the WTIA web site, in our publications, at our events, and more. Generate new business and open doors for potential sales opportunities.

SAVE MONEY
Want to receive special  pricing on offerings available only to WTIA members? No matter what your business needs, price matters - and it impacts your bottom line. To get the best deal, WTIA members can turn to the M2M program for savings on a variety of purchases.

Join other members who have taken advantage of savings opportunities on a variety of business products and services including employee screening, IT support services, printing, recruiting and much more.
 


COMMUNICATIONS

Wireless *NEW PARTNER
T-Mobile and the WTIA have teamed up!  Receive an extra 10% Discount on all published Individual, Family, and Business Rate Plans just for being a WTIA Member!  Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile USA, Inc. provides wireless voice and data communications services to subscribersand is a member of the T-Mobile International group, one of the world's leading companies in mobile communications, and the mobile telecommunications subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom AG. T-Mobile's innovative wireless products and services help empower people to connect effortlessly to those who matter most.
 

Telecommunications *NEW PARTNER
WTIA and tw telecom inc. have a new partnership.  tw telecom inc., formerly Time Warner Telecom Inc., provides managed network services, specializing in Ethernet and transport data networking, Internet access, local and long distance voice, VPN, VoIP and security, to enterprise organizations and communications services companies throughout the U.S. As a leading provider of integrated and converged network solutions, tw telecom delivers customers overall economic value, quality, service, and improved business productivity.
 

Conferencing
LINK is one of the premier audio and video experts prepared to bring advance conferencing technology to the workplace of WTIA members.  Member employees can enjoy the benefits of hassle-free browser based video conferencing and low latency, top quality audio conference calls and large scale seminars.  Members will be able to receive LINK services at least a 35% discount.
 



INSURANCE

Company Health
The Washington Technology Industry Association offers member companies two different comprehensive employee benefits programs. The Washington Technology Industry Association leverages the collective purchasing power and relationships of the Washington Technology Industry Association, so that member companies can take advantage of preferred pricing and administrative discounts specifically tailored to meet the needs of the technology industry.

Individual Health
The Washington Technology Industry Association now offers more health insurance options. We have expanded our partnership with Regence to offer Individual coverage as an excellent solution for anyone who is not currently on a group health insurance plan.

Individual or contract employees can now select the policy that best meets their needs. Employers with contract employees will receive one monthly list bill for all their employees' individual health insurance premiums. Employers can payroll-deduct the insurance premium and send one check.

Personal
Every month, families pay a small premium for the peace of mind of knowing that their property and investments are well protected by their insurance company.  Liberty Mutual has been leading the industry in providing auto and home insurance for families all over the world for the past 85 years.  As a partner of WTIA, you may be able to realize the benefits of highly competitive rates on auto and home insurance, 24-hour emergency roadside assistance, among many other things.
 



HUMAN RESOURCES

HR Solution
As companies grow, the demand to streamline their operations becomes increasingly important.  Swift HR Solutions offers their expertise in assisting growing businesses better manage their human capital investments.   As partners and members of the WTIA, Swift HR Solutions provides discounts on their services so as to ensure seamless growth in small companies. 
 

401K
The finance and operations experts at Morgan Stanley and ADP have combined their expertise in retirement planning and recordkeeping to create a unique and cost-effective offering for WTIA members.  Members are guaranteed to save 10-50% on monthly fees associated with investment management; ongoing and constant monitoring of finance plans to ensure that all plan-holders are able to retire with confidence. 
 

Payroll
With more than 55 years of experience and over 585,000 clients, ADP is offering WTIA member companies their expertise in helping companies staff, manage, pay, and retain employees.  They are experienced in helping companies of all types and sizes with a local presence to ensure world class customer service.  WTIA members will receive their first month of payroll processing free, 15% discount off of all ADP services, and 50% discount off on set-up fees.
 

Office Supplies
Staples Business Advantage has created an office supply program specifically for WTIA members.  Members are able to order office supplies via the Internet and a variety of other cost-saving benefits.  These benefits allow members to take advantage of next day delivery options on all orders, instant rebates, an average of 15% savings per order while being assisted by a JD Powers certified customer service team. 

Salary Info
The WTIA has partnered up with PayScale to provide members with important data reflecting fair salaries and wages across the nation. With over 6,500 job titles available in the PayScale salary database, human resource and hiring managers can hire top talents around the country by providing competitive compensation packages.
 



MARKETING

Media Services
With over 25 years of experience, Marketwire can help propel WTIA members to the top of the marketplace by leveraging their expertise in technology and multimedia enhancements.  In working with Marketwire, members are able to utilize over 900,000 media and editorial contacts and opportunities throughout North America, Europe, United Kingdom, and Asia.  With their expertise, members can learn how to effectively tailor marketing techniques to capture more market share. Marketwire is pleased to provide WTIA members with discounted Communication and Marketing services including 50% off your first press release and
up to 15% on distribution services.
 

Digital Photography

Founded in 1989, Corbis has been one of the leading creative resources for advertising, marketing and media professionals.  They are teaming up with the WTIA to extend a 25% discount off all royalty-free and rights managed images and CDs. 



OPERATIONS

Office Equipment
Pacific Office Automation, the Northwest's largest independently owned provider of office technology and the WTIA announce an exciting partnership for all WTIA members!
Offering the industries most advanced, and complete product options from- HP, Lexmark, Konica/Minolta, Sharp, and Xerox! Color and monochrome MFP's, network printers, and scanners!
Pre-negotiated discounts on the industries' leading products. Over 35% off of
retail price.

Computer Equipment
Dell has partnered up with the WTIA to ensure that WTIA member employees be able to increase efficiency and productivity by upgrading to the latest computer technology, adding a desktop computer to their home office, or using a notebook to work on-the go.  Member employees will receive up to a 12% discount off Dell list prices on Dimension desktops and Inspiron notebooks.



INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Classes
Given the exceptionally fast paced growth of information technology, executives at SQLSoft+ recognize the importance of equipping employees with proper training to effectively design, create, administer, and maintain database and server software.  SQLSoft+ has been regarded for many years as the gold standard in best practices in IT training, consulting, and skills management services since 1988.  WTIA members will receive 15% off of the retail price of the classes being held in Bellevue, WA and Beaverton, OR.



INTERNATIONAL

Job Posting
Companies are always looking for the best minds in the industry to join their team.  One of the many obstacles in looking for talents overseas tends to be language and cultural barriers.  9Spaces offers services in recruiting and researching talented prospective employees in China.  They currently host over 150,000 high-end jobs focused in the executive, management, technical and sales professional arena.  Members of the WTIA will be given 15% discount on translation, posting, and recruiting services.



CORPORATE TRAVEL

Corporate Travel
As the business network grows in a company, employees are being sent to many places around the world to represent their company.  Egencia is offering their expertise in travel planning to minimize the hassles associated with making travel arrangements.  Their services are guaranteed to save WTIA members time and money. 


Global
Partners:
DWT Microsoft Regence Blue Shield Welsl Fargo Insurance
Funding
Partners:
AH&T Blink Comerica Bank

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