South Florida Technology Alliance Delivers 2010 State of the Technology Industry Report to Full House

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Feb. 9 /PRNewswire/ --

The South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA), an organization promoting the growth, success and awareness of the South Florida technology community, held its 2010 kick off event at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott North on January 28th with an all-star line up of presenters and a full house of attendees.

The evening started at 4:30pm with a special workshop, Cloud computing: Scenarios for Applying it and Its Impact on Business, presented by Nicole Denil of Microsoft Corporation.

The 135 member audience was then treated to the annual SFTA State of the Technology Industry Report. This year's featured keynote speaker was Akshay Sharma of Gartner Research, who also moderated an illustrious panel of South Florida CIO's that included Bill Hicks of Ultimate Software, Sergio Garcia of BankUnited, Doug Cormany of Preferred Care Partners and Rudy Ibarra of St. Thomas University. The CIOs discussed the technology directions, challenges and opportunities of their organizations for 2010.

"SFTA was honored to have the support and participation of our Platinum Sponsor, Quality Technology Services and Silver Sponsor, Feldman Gale Intellectual Property Law. The total event, of a large member turnout, an informative panel and strong sponsorship formed to create the "perfect event" for SFTA members and supporters. An excellent kick off for 2010 and our 11th year in South Florida," said Kevin Brady, SFTA President.

About the SFTA

With over 11 years of leadership as the region's most effective technology organization, the South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes the growth, success and awareness of the vibrant South Florida technology community. Through events, networking, programs and education, the SFTA provides south Florida's technology-related companies, academic institutions, entrepreneurs, governments and related organizations with an active forum to grow the business of technology. For more information about the SFTA, visit www.SouthFloridaTech.org.

SOURCE South Florida Technology Alliance