New members on-boarding review providing insight to the activities, programs and operations of the York Technology Association.

1. Welcome to YorkTech Member On-boarding and Orientation

3. You Belong in the YTA Solid foundation, vibrant and growing community Member driven agenda Shortcuts to success Networking and learning Participation and promotion www.yorktech.ca March 2010

4. Formed June 17th ,1983 www.yorktech.ca March 2010

6. $25 billion in annual revenues, 9+ post-secondary institutions

7. YTA is Primary member-driven association for tech companies and their people

8. More than 2,500 companies and 34,000 employees

10. $5 billion in annual revenues, 4+ post-secondary institutionsKitchener-Waterloo Source: Statistics Canada, A Decade of Growth, 2003; Industry Canada , Ontario ICT Sector December 2008 – From Ontario Economic Development(2009) Ontario Tech Clusters

11. Participation in the YTA uniquely places you at the centre-point of Canada's leading technology corridor, with a connection to more than 10,000 leaders and influencers of the technology cluster in the Greater Toronto Region. The YTA is a dynamic member-driven community offering opportunities for peer collaboration, networking and knowledge sharing essential to the development of your business and your people. www.yorktech.ca www.yorktech.ca March 2010

12. Geo-location of members Over 200 corporate members of the YTA. www.yorktech.ca March 2010

13. Array of Benefits Lessons learned – shortcuts to success Discounted services and offers Portal to professional development Export opportunities funnel through the Association Recognition and promotion through broad network www.yorktech.ca March 2010

14. Shortcuts to Success Topical Issues Luncheons Peer to Peer Collaboration Topical Issues Women in Tech Service Execs TPM York U Innovation Member Recognition HR Emerging Tech Leaders Leadership Icon Series CEO Practical Application Panels CFO Marketing Deloitte Tech Outlook Sales Green Tech Business Innovation Branham 300 SR&ED Insights Annual Golf Tournament Sales Leadership Awards Celebration OnlineMarketing Scholarships and Student Participation Solutions Showcase Business Structures Tech Breakfast Seminars Members Tech-working People Matters Networking Events Practical Knowledge Boot Camps www.yorktech.ca March 2010

16. As a subject matter expert presenter

17. As a program co-facilitator

18. As a participant

19. As a host of a client or potential client

20. As a sponsorwww.yorktech.ca March 2010

21. www.yorktech.ca March 2010

23. Nearly 3000 participants per year in YTA Programs.

24. Check the calendar at www.YorkTech.ca and register for the event right for you.www.yorktech.ca March 2010

25. Membership in the YTA Appeal to Tech members; Services will find value Membership category is by corporate staff size Geographically comprehensive membership All staff in Greater Toronto Region have access NOT based on restricted number of participants Service and tech companies on same basis Same Corporate Category / Same Fee www.yorktech.ca March 2010

26. Membership Categories Membership type Description 5 Corporate categories Based on total staff in the GTR Exceptions vetted by Membership Committee Tech Company Professional Service Provider www.yorktech.ca March 2010

27. Current Membership Company Size in GTRAnnual Fee Membership Category 1: 1-3 employees $300 Membership Category 2: 4 – 15 employees $600 Membership Category 3: 6 – 50 employees $1000 Membership Category 4: 51 – 100 employees $1500 Membership Category 5: more than100 employees $2000 www.yorktech.ca March 2010

28. YTA Board Roles www.yorktech.ca March 2010

29. 2010 Board of Directors

31. P2P at 15 Allstate or Seneca College Markham

32. Luncheons in 404/407 areawww.yorktech.ca March 2010

33. YTA Sustaining Sponsors GOLDSponsors: “Thank you for your generous support and continued participation.” SilverSponsors: www.yorktech.ca www.yorktech.ca March 2010