Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
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Tech Connect 2027
June 8, 2027
Category 10 | Nashville, TN


JOIN US TUESDAY, JUNE 3
Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
Network, Learn, and Experience the Future of Office Technology!
120 2nd Ave. North
Downtown Nashville
Tech Connect 2026 brought together technology and community for an unforgettable evening at Category 10. Watch the recap video to see how attendees experienced hands-on technology, interactive activations, community impact initiatives, and live entertainment designed to help organizations discover what’s next and build meaningful connections.

Master of Ceremonies: Mike Keith, "The Voice of the Vols"
SPECIAL GUEST
Mike Keith, the esteemed broadcaster recently appointed as the next "Voice of the Vols" for the University of Tennessee, brings unparalleled expertise and charisma to our 3rd annual Tech Connect event once again, as Master of Ceremonies. With decades of experience in sports broadcasting, including his role as the play-by-play announcer for the Tennessee Titans for 25 years, Mike has become a household name for his engaging storytelling and profound connection with his audience.
He has received numerous accolades, including Tennessee Sportscaster of the Year ten times, showcasing his dedication and excellence in his field. Mike’s dynamic presence and ability to connect with diverse audiences make him the perfect choice to lead and energize this year’s Tech Connect event.
Hatch Show Print
Hatch Show Print, a working letterpress print shop since 1879, uses its vast collection of vintage type and hand-carved imagery to create timeless designs that express and commemorate America's evolving cultural identity.
From the restrikes, or historical reprints, of posters for classic films and advertisements for circuses and state fairs, to the custom orders printed in the shop today, the products of Hatch Show Print have always been designed and printed by hand in Nashville, Tennessee.

Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
Don't Miss The Moment
"What an Incredible Experience at Tech Connect"
Our team had an amazing time in Nashville connecting with industry experts, exploring cutting-edge technology, and most of all — experiencing the exceptional hospitality of the RJ Young team."
Cindy Williams, MBA, IOM
CEO at Cartersville-Bartow Chamber

- VIEWSONIC
Founded in California, ViewSonic is a leading global provider of visual solutions and conducts business in over 100 countries worldwide. As an innovator and visionary, ViewSonic is committed to providing comprehensive hardware and software solutions that include monitors, projectors, digital signage, ViewBoard® interactive displays, and myViewBoard® software ecosystem. With 35 years of expertise in visual displays, ViewSonic has established a strong position for delivering innovative and reliable solutions for education, enterprise, consumer, and professional markets and helping customers “See the Difference®.” Learn more at https://www.viewsonic.com/
- LG
The LG Electronics USA Business Solutions division serves commercial customers in the U.S. lodging and hospitality, digital signage, systems integration, healthcare, education, government and industrial markets – with cutting-edge commercial displays, robots and electric vehicle charging stations. Based in Lincolnshire, Ill., with its dedicated engineering and customer support team, LG Business Solutions USA delivers business-to-business technology solutions tailored to the particular needs of business environments. Ten-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year LG Electronics USA Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a $68 billion global force in consumer electronics, home appliances, air solutions and vehicle components. For more information, please visit www.LGSolutions.com
- INTERMEDIA
Intermedia helps over 135,000 businesses connect better – from wherever. Our seamlessly integrated solutions portfolio – including voice, video, chat, contact center, files, email, and productivity – is delivered on one highly-reliable, secure platform. And, as a partner-first company, our innovative channel programs drive higher revenues and success for over 7,500 partners. Learn more at https://www.intermedia.com/
FEATURED ACTIVITY: LIVE MUSIC
- SOPHOS
Sophos delivers superior cybersecurity outcomes by providing cybersecurity as a service to protect companies of all sizes from the most advanced cyberthreats. Our cybersecurity products and services include managed detection and response (MDR), firewall, email, endpoint, and cloud protection. Sophos products and services defend against ransomware, phishing, malware, and more. Learn more at https://www.sophos.com/en-us
- REDSTOR
Complete protection, instant recovery. That’s smart. Smarter backup and recovery, delivering centralized protection, via an intuitive app, for data residing on infrastructure, cloud-native environments, and an ever-widening array of SaaS apps, including: Microsoft365, GoogleWorkspace, QuickBooks, SharePoint and more. Set up in 60 seconds, with zero hardware required, and infused with AI-powered malware detection, Redstor reduces complexity and management overhead, making it the simplest, safest, and smartest way to protect all your data. https://www.redstor.com/
- DNS FILTER
DNSFilter is redefining how organizations secure their largest threat vector: the Internet itself. DNSFilter is making the internet safer and workplaces more productive, by actively blocking an average of 9M threat queries every single day. With 70% of attacks involving the Domain Name System (DNS) layer, DNSFilter provides the world's fastest protective DNS powered by machine learning that uniquely identifies 61% more threats than competitors on an average of ten days earlier, including zero-day attacks. https://www.dnsfilter.com/
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The Delinea Platform seamlessly extends Privileged Access Management (PAM) by providing authorization for all identities across the modern, hybrid enterprise. We believe every user should be treated like a privileged user and wants seamless, secure access, even as administrators want privileged access controls without excess complexity. With Delinea, privileged access is more accessible. https://delinea.com/
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SCALE
Scale Computing is a leader in edge computing, virtualization, and hyperconverged solutions for customers around the globe. Scale Computing HyperCore software eliminates the need for traditional virtualization software, disaster recovery software, servers, and shared storage, replacing these with a fully integrated, highly available system for running applications in the data center or at the edge. www.scalecomputing.com
- N-ABLE
N-able fuels internal IT teams and service providers with powerful software solutions to monitor, manage, and protect their systems, data, and networks. Built on a scalable platform, N-able offer secure infrastructure and tools to simplify complex ecosystems, as well as resources to navigate evolving IT needs. https://www.n-able.com/ - 11:11 Systems
11:11 Systems is a managed infrastructure solutions provider that holistically addresses the most pressing cloud, connectivity, and security challenges of today while preparing businesses for tomorrow. Learn more at https://1111systems.com/ - KASEYA
The global leader in IT & Security Management. Our complete, automated, and cost-effective platform is trusted by over 500,000 IT Professionals globally to manage and secure more than 300 million devices. Learn more at https://www.kaseya.com/
FEATURED ACTIVITY: ACCESS TO RETRO-STYLE GAMES AND SUSHI BAR
- CANON
From its start as a small camera company in 1937, Canon has become an international leader of digital imaging solutions in the consumer, business-to-business, and industrial sectors, with millions of loyal customers worldwide. With skilled and passionate people and an enduring commitment to research and development (R&D), Canon has successfully navigated through more than eight decades of change. Learn more at https://www.usa.canon.com/
- HP
HP’s ambition is to be a light house brand for purpose. By 2030, we intend to become the most sustainable and just technology company. Leading sustainable impact for Planet, People, and Community. Learn more at https://www.hp.com/
- BROTHER
Brother products have been changing the way people work for years. Our reliable, high-quality, feature-rich printers, multifunction machines, mobile solutions, and more are hard at work in businesses everywhere. Whatever your need, Brother products are “At your side”. Learn more at https://www.brother-usa.com/business
- KYOCERA
Kyocera Document Solutions America, Inc. is a group company of Kyocera Document Solutions Inc., a global leading provider of total document solutions based in Osaka, Japan. The company’s portfolio includes reliable and eco-friendly MFPs and printers, as well as business applications and consultative services which enable customers to optimize and manage their document workflow, reaching new heights of efficiency. With professional expertise and a culture of empathetic partnership, the objective of the company is to help organizations put knowledge to work to drive change. Learn more at https://www.kyoceradocumentsolutions.us/en.html
- VERKADA
Verkada is the leading physical security platform to protect people and properties in a privacy-respecting manner. Designed with simplicity in mind, Verkada's six product lines — video security cameras, access control, environmental sensors, alarms, workplace and intercoms — provide unparalleled building security through an integrated, secure cloud-based software platform. Over 20,000 organizations across 70 countries worldwide trust Verkada as their physical security layer for easier management, intelligent control, and scalable deployments. Learn more at www.verkada.com
- LEXMARK
Lexmark creates cloud-enabled imaging and IoT technologies that help customers worldwide quickly realize business outcomes. Through a powerful combination of proven technologies and deep industry expertise, Lexmark accelerates business transformation, turning information into insights, data into decisions, and analytics into action. Learn more at Lexmark.com
- DIGITAL PRINT SOLUTIONS
RJ Young is your one-stop shop for custom promotional products and apparel. We help build your brand by providing expert insight for all your promotional needs. Learn more at https://www.rjyoung.com/services/promotional-products-and-apparel/
FEATURED ACTIVITY: JEREMY COWART PHOTOSHOOT AND PRINTING
- RICOH
Ricoh is a leading provider of integrated digital services and print and imaging solutions designed to support digital transformation of workplaces, workspaces and optimize business performance. Learn more at https://ricoh-usa.com/en
- DOCUWARE
DocuWare is a leading provider of document management and workflow automation solutions. Together with its 800+ strong partner network, DocuWare has helped approximately 17,000 customers across 100+ countries simplify their work through digitizing, automating and transforming key processes. Are you ready to be one of them? Contact RJ Young today to schedule a demo. Learn more at https://start.docuware.com/
- ECOPRINTQ
At ecoprintQ, we are the gateway to streamlined print management solutions. We are the driving force in transforming the way businesses handle their print needs. As pioneers in the field, we are dedicated to providing more than just solutions - we provide an immersive experience tailored to your unique requirements. Explore our comprehensive range of services, including Print Fleet Management in the cloud, high availability and load balancing solutions, and Intelligent Print Management solutions. Experience advanced digital transformation solutions and access print management business intelligence dashboards designed to optimize your workflow. Discover the future of print management with ecoprintQ - where efficiency, innovation, and excellence converge to elevate your print experience to new heights. Unlock success with ecoprintQ - because WE ARE SOLUTIONS. www.ecoprintq.com/ - PAPERCUT
Around the world, people continue to wrestle with printing costs and complexity – and PaperCut is solving both one workplace at a time. Since 1998, PaperCut has helped over 139 million users in 195 countries save over three billion pages of paper. Today, businesses of all shapes and sizes enjoy unbeatable control, security, and savings in their printing. Learn more at www.papercut.com.
FEATURED ACTIVITY: BOURBON TASTING (LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLE) AND CUSTOM HAT-MAKING AVAILABLE FOR SALE
Velocity1 + RJ Young
Rooted in RJ Young’s 70-year history, Velocity1 provides managed IT, cybersecurity, expense automation, business communications, and physical security. Meet the new team and see the exciting solutions they're bringing to this year's event.
Tech Connect 2026
Tech Connect® was an evening to remember. A special thanks to all the attendees and partners who joined us at Ole Red Nashville.
Our highlight reel is your front-row seat to the energy and memorable moments that made Tech Connect an unforgettable evening. If we missed you this year, be on the lookout for an invitation to Tech Connect 2026, one of the premier business networking events in Nashville.
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