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  • From CEO Alan Shimel: Futurum Group Acquires Techstrong Group

    From CEO Alan Shimel: Futurum Group Acquires Techstrong Group

    I am happy and proud to announce with Daniel Newman, CEO of Futurum Group, an agreement under which Futurum has agreed to acquire Techstrong Group. The combination of these organizations will create a new, powerful force in the world of tech analysis and media that will scale great heights and do tremendous things.  

    Even though I will continue to man the helm at Techstrong, today’s announcement is a marking stone to a new era. It was a little over 10 years ago I decided to start a tech media company dedicated to DevOps, on the advice of my friends Brad Feld and Rajat Bhargava.   

    After spending almost 20 years in the world of software, infrastructure and security startups, I was done being a vendor. After leaving StillSecure, I performed consulting for several security vendors and end users and spoke at many events. But I was so sure that DevOps was going to change the landscape that I decided to try my hand as a publisher to build a “big tent” to the myriad voices in DevOps.   

    I believed DevOps was going to be the best thing to happen to security (or cyber, as it is called now) for a long time. I had already decided that if the DevOps site went well, we would follow up with a cybersecurity site using the Security Creators Network. One day, perhaps, I will write a book about the actual goings on behind all of this and how we accomplished it without raising any money and were profitable from day one.   

    These past 10 years have been possibly the best of my life. My children grew up and went away to college and beyond. My wife Bonnie and I have seen our horizons expanded beyond what we had only dared to dream. I have traversed the globe (probably several times) and seen much of what this world has to offer.   

    My greatest pleasure, though, has been growing Techstrong to what it is today. Not just the company, but the people. I have been blessed to be able to help so many people realize their dreams, grow their careers and live their lives in ways they couldn’t have before—in ways great and small, to help them be their best. This is what I am most proud of and grateful for.  

    I’ll tell you what else I am proud of and grateful for: You! Allowing us to be your source of technical information and getting to know so many of you over the years has enriched my life beyond description. No matter where I travel in the world, I know I have friends and acquaintances to make my visit even better. I could never thank you enough for that. Building our friendship has been an extraordinary experience, along with building our relationship with clients. 

    “As a longstanding client, we have collaborated with the Techstrong team to consistently create high-value and engaging research studies, webinars, and events. Alan Shimel successfully established a media organization squarely focused on the software development and security industry,” says Sacha Labourey, co-founder and chief strategy officer, CloudBees. “We are eager to experience the enhanced opportunities that the merger of Techstrong and The Futurum Group will offer CloudBees, particularly in terms of technology-focused research and access to its executive-level audience.”

    Now to the next chapter. The winds of change are blowing and have been for more than a year. I have always believed that with change comes opportunity. In even less time than I built Techstrong, Daniel and the Futurum team have built a very successful business. Over the last months and weeks, it’s become crystal clear that our businesses are complementary in so many ways.  As we said in our joint announcement, the synergies here are ballistic.  

    Media—especially tech media—and the analyst world are undergoing profound change. New technology, new consumption habits and new requirements for influence and growth are creating seismic shocks. Yesterday’s leaders are grasping for handholds to steady and support them through the turbulence. Every time these cycles play out, great successes emerge. We are on the cusp of such greatness again. Adding Techstrong to the Futurum Group’s existing business has positioned Futurum to dominate our space.  

    I am excited for this new chapter. Our mission is to build the leader in tech analysis and media, delivering next-generation results and content to market. We will need your help and support. Please join me, Daniel Newman and the rest of the team as we set sail to go where no tech analyst/media firm has gone before (cue the Star Trek theme)! 

  • Techstrong Adds Two Industry Luminaries

    DevOps pioneer and author John Willis and cybersecurity leader Shira Rubinoff join the team at Techstrong Group

    Boca Raton, FL, June 21, 2023 — Techstrong, the power source for people and technology, that empowers people and technology, today announced the addition of two industry luminaries to its team.  Shira Rubinoff, a well known leader in the cybersecurity space, and a finalist for this year’s Cybersecurity Women of the Year award, joins Techstrong as chief cybersecurity officer. John Willis, renowned cloud and DevOps pioneer, multiple book author and speaker joins the team as distinguished analyst with a focus on DevOps, DevSecOps, governance engineering and AI.

    Willis and Rubinoff join existing Techstrong industry leaders such as Mike Rothman, Mike Vizard, Mitch Ashley and Alan Shimel, in Techstrong’s mission of not only reporting on the leading stories in technology, but also lending their considerable experience, expertise and analytical skills to keeping the Techstrong community empowered with what they need to stay in the know in today’s fast-changing technology landscape.

    “You can never have enough smart people. John and Shira are two of the smartest people I know. We are very fortunate to have them join the team here at Techstrong,” said Techstrong Group CEO and Founder Alan Shimel. “Especially in uncertain times such as the present, you want a wide variety of talent on the team. Given the chance we could not pass up adding their talents to our team to enhance our offerings not only to our audience, but to benefit our sponsor/customers as well. We are very excited by the possibilities they bring.”

    Rubinoff and Willis will be contributing to Techstrong TV, leading sites such as devopsy.kinsta.cloud, Security Boulevard, Cloud Native Now, DigitalCXO and Techstrong.ai, as well as advising end user organizations and technology vendors on go to market and technology adoption strategies.

    “I have been working with Alan and the Techstrong team informally for a number of years and am very comfortable expanding my presence here. I think the rise of generative AI, LLM and other new technologies is once again a watershed moment in the technology industry,” said John Willis. “That along with governance engineering are two areas where I am keen on adding my voice and views to discussion.”

    “I have built a very successful brand by delivering value to my sponsors and my audience in the cyber world. I am excited by the possibility of expanding that via the Techstrong Network, as well as exploring new technology developments,” said Shira Rubinoff. “Working as part of the Techstrong team with a group of peers is also something I am very much looking forward to.”

    In addition to the Techstrong team members mentioned above, other Techstrong contributors such as Bonnie Schneider, Jennifer Minella, Tracy Ragan, George Hulme, Mark Rasch and others will continue to produce compelling editorial content and provide valuable insights to educate, inform and inspire the Techstrong Group community.

    Both Rubinoff and Willis have already joined Techstrong Group, and their contributions can be found across various Techstrong Group channels, including articles, videos and podcasts.

    About Techstrong Group

    Techstrong Group is the power source for people and technology. Techstrong Group accelerates understanding of technologies that drive business. With a broad set of IT-related communities and offerings, Techstrong Group is the only media company serving the needs of IT leaders and practitioners with news, research, analysis, events, education, certifications and professional development. Our focus is digital transformation, DevOps, cybersecurity, cloud and cloud-native. Techstrong Group business units include: Techstrong Media, Techstrong Associations, Techstrong Research, Techstrong Learning and Techstrong Live!. For technology providers, Techstrong business units offer many ways to reach IT professionals and tell their stories.

    Techstrong Group is based in Boca Raton, Florida. For more information, visit us on the web and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram.

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    Techstrong Group
    Veronica Haggar
    veronica@techstronggroup.com

     

  • Six Data-Driven Strategies to Boost Your B2B Tech Company’s LinkedIn Presence

    In the rapidly evolving digital age, the importance of social media in the business world can’t be overstated. LinkedIn, with its professional focus and diverse user base, has become an invaluable platform for B2B marketing. Particularly for technology companies, it offers a unique space to connect with industry peers, prospective clients and potential hires. Here, we dive into six proven, data-backed strategies that your B2B tech company can implement to effectively harness the power of LinkedIn.

    • Craft a Stellar Company Profile: Your LinkedIn profile forms the bedrock of your company’s presence on this professional platform. As HubSpot’s research highlights, companies with complete profiles receive up to two times more visitors than those with incomplete profiles1. It’s crucial to ensure that your profile is well-crafted, comprehensive and encapsulates your brand’s essence while being optimized with industry-relevant keywords.
    • Provide Value-Adding Content:  Posting regular, high-quality content that adds value to your target audience can significantly increase your page’s engagement2. Share articles, industry news, thought leadership pieces and company updates that position your brand as an industry leader and provide real value to your followers.
    • Capitalize on LinkedIn Ads: With their ability to reach 875 million professionals, LinkedIn’s advertising platform is a powerful tool for targeting specific audiences. It offers unique B2B targeting features, including job title, company name and industry. A LinkedIn report noted that LinkedIn’s lead generation forms had a conversion rate up to two to three times higher than other ad platforms 3. Utilizing LinkedIn Ads can boost your marketing efforts, driving more qualified leads and bolstering your overall brand presence.
    • Establish a LinkedIn Group: Creating a LinkedIn Group focused on topics relevant to your industry can position your brand as a thought leader. A LinkedIn survey found that users are 50% more likely to buy from a company they engage with on LinkedIn 4, By fostering a community, you can facilitate meaningful interactions, gather valuable insights and build stronger relationships with your target audience.
    • Harness Employee Advocacy: Employees can be your biggest advocates. When they share your content, they extend your reach to their professional networks. According to LinkedIn, employees’ networks are collectively 10x larger than the average company following 5. By implementing a structured employee advocacy program, you can organically expand your brand’s reach.
    • Prioritize Engagement: LinkedIn isn’t just for promoting your brand; it’s a platform for dialogue and collaboration. Authentic, two-way communication helps to foster relationships with your audience and create a community around your brand.

    Leveraging these proven strategies can bolster your B2B tech company’s visibility and engagement on LinkedIn. As with all marketing strategies, continual evaluation and adaptation of your approach will lead to sustained success.

    Citations

    1. HubSpot (2022) – The State of Marketing Report 
    2. Hootsuite (2023) – 47 LinkedIn Statistics You Need To Know In 2023
    3. Nielsen. (2021) – Beyond Martech: Building Trust With Consumers and Engaging Where Sentiment Is High
    4. SocialPilot (2023) – 500+ Social Media Statistics You Must Know in 2023
    5. Sprinklr (2022) – Activate Your Advocates For Recruiting
  • Security Luminary Mike Rothman Joins Techstrong Group as Chief Strategy Officer and GM of Techstrong Research

    Security Luminary Mike Rothman Joins Techstrong Group as Chief Strategy Officer and GM of Techstrong Research

    Long-time analyst, author and industry leader brings thought leadership to Techstrong Group’s distribution channels for impactful insights into cybersecurity, DevOps, cloud-native and digital transformation.

    Boca Raton, FL, July 12, 2022 — Techstrong Group, the power source for people and technology, expanded its leadership team with the appointment of Mike Rothman as chief strategy officer (CSO) and general manager of Techstrong Research. Rothman will help lead Techstrong Group in all aspects of its business, bringing impactful perspectives and a clear strategic vision to the wide distribution channels Techstrong Group has established. Rothman also will manage the Techstrong Research business unit that provides cutting-edge industry research and strategic advisory expertise.

    Rothman joins Techstrong Group after spending 12 years as president of Securosis, a boutique information security research firm. Mike also co-founded DisruptOps, a cloud security operations platform, and served as its president until the company’s acquisition by Firemon in September of 2021. He brings 30+ years of experience as a research analyst and security leader and is recognized as a voice of reason for business leaders in an often over-hyped and extremely complex security industry.

    “I am elated to work with Mike Rothman to help Techstrong Group achieve its full potential,” said Alan Shimel, CEO and founder of Techstrong Group. “I am looking forward to Mike taking an active role in leading our company, driving groundbreaking research and working with our entire team, our communities and sponsors.“

    Rothman’s wide-ranging experience includes nearly every security market over his career, recently specializing in security operations, cloud security and DevSecOps. Time spent in CMO and VP of strategy roles at security companies gives Rothman unique insights on go-to-market planning, messaging architecture, selling strategies and making technology relevant to the business.

    In 2007 Rothman published The Pragmatic CSO to introduce technically-savvy security professionals to the nuances of what is required to be a senior security professional. He has an engineering degree in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering from Cornell University.

    “I could not be more excited to join Alan and the team at Techstrong Group,” said Rothman. “With a laser-focus on DevOps, security and cloud-native infrastructure—the most important markets in technology—and an audience of hundreds of thousands of subscribers and attendees, Techstrong Group is perfectly positioned to be the leading voice of the evolution to this new computing model.”

    Rothman will join Techstrong Group immediately to begin helping Techstrong Group’s audience navigate the current market and technology landscape. He will be contributing content and analysis across all Techstrong Group brands, including devopsy.kinsta.cloud, Security Boulevard, Container Journal, DigitalCxO, Techstrong TV and, of course, Techstrong Research.

    About Techstrong Group
    Techstrong Group is the power source for people and technology. Techstrong Group accelerates understanding of technologies that drive business. With a broad set of IT-related communities and offerings, Techstrong Group is the only media company serving the needs of IT leaders and practitioners with news, research, analysis, events, education, certifications and professional development. Our focus areas are digital transformation, DevOps, cybersecurity, cloud and cloud-native. Techstrong Group business units include: Techstrong Media, Techstrong Research and Techstrong Live!. For technology providers, Techstrong Group business units offer many ways to reach IT professionals and tell their stories.

    Techstrong Group is based in Boca Raton, Florida. For more information, visit us on the web and follow us on Twitter,LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

    Media Contact
    Leah Van Zee
    Call: +1 (561) 430-3347
    Email: leah@techstrongroup.com

  • Digital CxOs Have a Home, as Digital CxO Joins the Techstrong Group Family

    Digital CxOs Have a Home, as Digital CxO Joins the Techstrong Group Family

    Hello, and welcome to the launch of Digital CxO, the premier destination site and community dedicated to fostering collaboration among business and IT leaders driving digital transformation initiatives.

    As part of Techstrong Group, which also includes devopsy.kinsta.cloud, Container Journal, DevOps Institute, Security Boulevard, Techstrong TV and the newly formed TechStrong Research Group, Digital CxO creates an environment in which members of the CxO community can engage with one another and industry experts to better understand how to get the most out of IT investments that today drive the business.

    We’d like to encourage you to visit Digital CxO even if you haven’t taken a seat at the table but aspire to be a C-level executive. We are as invested in advancing your career as you are. Many IT professionals today aspire to one day become a senior leader of an organization—hopefully sooner than later. Digital CxO can help you fulfill that ambition by providing content in many formats including:

    I’d also like to ask you to encourage you to make the business and IT leaders within your organization aware of Digital CxO. The more they come to appreciate how much of the business resolves around IT these days, the better off everyone in your organization will be.

    Digital transformation isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a way of thinking about IT as an integral part of the business. There has been a divide between IT and the rest of the business that, thank goodness, is finally coming to an end. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, more business and IT leaders realize how dependent they are on IT to drive digital processes. Every organization is now a technology company.

    At the Techstrong Group, we’ve been working toward enabling that transition since the founding of devopsy.kinsta.cloud in 2013. Digital CxO takes that mission to the next level. The digital transformation currently underway didn’t start with the COVID-19 pandemic, but it does illuminate the fact that if your business wasn’t transforming digitally, it would be difficult—if not impossible—to thrive, much less survive.

    None of this would be possible without you. We strive to serve the people who are making our digital world possible. A raft of IT platforms that make digital transformation possible are reshaping the world before our eyes. We know you—we believe we know what you want and how we can help. It is more critical than ever for technology professionals at all levels to understand how technology can improve business processes, revenue, profitability and customer satisfaction.

    Our goal is to create a place where business and technology leaders and practitioners gather to exchange ideas and continually learn, grow and succeed. Digital CxO is our latest humble contribution to realizing that vision.

  • Techstrong Research Bolsters Focus on Business Value and Outcomes of Disruptive Technologies with Addition of Hurwitz & Associates

    Judith Hurwitz, Daniel Kirsch and company bring extensive experience in technology and market research, management and strategy consulting, business and go-to-market planning to Techstrong Group business unit

    Boca Raton, Fla. — October 13, 2021 — Techstrong Group, the power source for people and technology, announced today that Hurwitz & Associates will join Techstrong Research. The Hurwitz & Associates team, led by Judith Hurwitz and Daniel Kirsch, will join Mitchell Ashley in leading the firm. Hurwitz will serve as president and Kirsch will serve as managing director of Techstrong Research. Ashley will continue as a principal of Techstrong Research, as well as CTO of Techstrong Group. The combined team brings deep technical and business expertise to guide business leaders, technology providers, entrepreneurs and investors on the business value of emerging technologies.

    Techstrong Research is the go-to source for unbiased information, insights and connections that help IT professionals understand new technologies. The Techstrong Research team brings deep knowledge about today’s leading technologies with insights and actionable strategies for DevOps, cloud, IT management, security/governance, AI and data initiatives. It offers a holistic business perspective essential for IT leaders and practitioners to adapt and thrive in the digital economy.

    “I have worked with Judith and the Hurwitz & Associates team for decades with tremendous success,” said Andy Palmer, co-founder, chairman and CEO at Tamr Inc. and co-founder, Koa Labs. “I am looking forward to the potential of this important next-generation research and analyst firm created by the combination of Hurwitz & Associates and Techstrong Research.”

    Founded in 1996, Hurwitz & Associates brings industry longevity, experience and credibility earned by working with hundreds of enterprise customers and publishing numerous books and research reports.

    Prior to joining Techstrong Research, Hurwitz was president and CEO of Hurwitz & Associates. A pioneer in anticipating technology innovation and adoption, she served as a trusted advisor to many industry leaders. Hurwitz has helped clients transition to business models focused on the business value of emerging technologies. She is a frequent speaker at industry events and is the co-author of 10 books, including Augmented Intelligence: The Business Power of Human–Machine Collaboration, Cognitive Computing and Big Data Analytics and Smart or Lucky: How Technology Leaders Turn Chance into Success. She serves on the College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s Advisory Board at Boston University. She also serves on several technology advisory boards, was a recipient of the 2005 Massachusetts Technology Leadership Council award and was named a distinguished alumnus by Boston University’s College of Arts and Sciences in 2005.

    “I am very excited to join Techstrong Research and to collaborate with Dan and Mitchell to create a bold, next-generation research and analyst firm,” said Hurwitz. “Our ability to couple research and analysis with the reach of Techstrong Group platforms, audiences, events and membership will give us significant differentiation in the market.”

    Kirsch will serve as managing director and co-founder of Techstrong Research, working with clients on their strategy to develop, market and partner in disruptive technologies, including AI, cloud and security. At Hurwitz & Associates, Dan was managing director. He was a trusted advisor to large and mid-size IT vendors, providing them with market perspective and aligning strategy with customer requirements. His research focused on how compliance, governance, security and privacy are impacting the software industry and customer requirements. Kirsch is also co-author of Augmented Intelligence: The Business Power of Human–Machine Collaboration, Big Data for Dummies, Cloud Computing for Dummies and Hybrid Cloud for Dummies. Kirsch has a JD from Boston College Law School where he focused on corporate law, emerging corporations and intellectual property. As an attorney, Dan represented startups, cloud computing ventures and companies going through second-round financing.

    “In addition to our unique differentiators, Techstrong Group amplifies our clients’ messages and our research to help reach a curated audience,” added Kirsch.

    “I am thrilled to have Judith and Dan join Techstrong Research,” said Ashley. “Their deep experience and skill in helping clients focus on the business outcome potential of emerging and disruptive technologies will help our clients accelerate value from their technology investments.”

    “In my time as CMO for IBM’s software, cloud and AI businesses, I worked closely with the Hurwitz & Associates team. They provided our organization with clear customer-focused positioning, collateral and insight for our go to market strategy,” said Buell Duncan, technology and marketing executive/senior advisory board member. “Their knowledge of the market, including competitors’ strengths and weaknesses, is invaluable. Hurwitz & Associates analysts are natural storytellers who understand the world from the customer’s perspective and the problems they are trying to solve. This team helped translate the value of IBM solutions into impactful business outcomes for our clients.”

    Techstrong Research is an integrated Techstrong Group business along with Techstrong Media, Techstrong Associations, Techstrong Learning and Techstrong Live!. This gives Techstrong Research a unique advantage over other analyst firms as Techstrong Group is the go-to resource for millions of software development, delivery and security professionals to inform research, validate messages and customize research engagements.

    “The market moves fast and keeping up requires data. I’ve worked with Techstrong Research analysts for years, and the only thing I value more than the quality of their research and deliverables is their partnership in helping us identify the right questions to ask,” said Sam Fell, vice-president, product marketing, Sumo Logic. “This new combination of the former Accelerated Strategies Group and Hurwitz & Associates brings together powerful resources and very experienced, senior analysts.”

    Additional Resources

    About Techstrong Research

    Techstrong Research accelerates the adoption of disruptive technologies that drive business outcomes and provide actionable strategies in rapidly changing markets. We are the only organization serving the needs of IT leaders, practitioners and the industry ecosystem with research, analysis, content, events and education. We bring deep knowledge about today’s leading technologies such as DevOps, cloud, data and AI/ML, security/governance initiatives and supporting infrastructure. We offer our customers a holistic business perspective essential to adapt and thrive in the digital economy. The Techstrong Research team has the knowledge, experience and credibility earned by working with hundreds of businesses across many industries to provide consulting, thought leadership and research.

    Media Contact
    Jeremy Douglas
    Catapult
    jdouglas@catapultpr-ir.com

  • Welcome to Techstrong Group

    Welcome to Techstrong Group

    Today is a big day in the neighborhood. What neighborhood, you ask? If you are involved in DevOps, cloud-native, cybersecurity or digital transformation, you are in that neighborhood. Today we launch Techstrong Group. Techstrong Group is a combination of all the companies I have been involved in within this neighborhood. It represents the greatest breadth of brands, services, content and tools to help those in our neighborhood. It is the power source for people and technology.

    The combination of MediaOps—the people behind devopsy.kinsta.cloud, Security Boulevard, Container Journal, Techstrong TV and more—along with the DevOps Institute, Accelerated Strategies Group and Prospera Events makes Techstrong Group the most comprehensive provider of thought leadership and information to people and companies in our field.

    Techstrong Group also represents the coming together of everything I have worked on over the last eight years. When I launched devopsy.kinsta.cloud back in 2013, I knew we were at a pivotal point in technology adoption. The internet had changed the world, but another transformation was coming. This digital transformation didn’t start with the COVID-19 pandemic, but it illuminated the fact that if you weren’t transforming digitally, it would be difficult—if not impossible—to thrive in this new normal.

    This belief that DevOps would be a catalyst in changing the world was shared with me by Jayne Groll, one of my co-founders at DevOps Institute and now my co-founder at Techstrong Group. Over the last six or seven years, Jayne has worked tirelessly to help the “Humans of DevOps” and now will continue that mission as Chief Strategy Officer at Techstrong Group.

    Along the way, I have had a chance to meet and work with some tremendous people. My longtime friend Mitchell Ashley, who was a co-founder at StillSecure with me (along with Rajat Bhargava, who founded StillSecure), founded Accelerated Strategies Group. He is now CTO of Techstrong Group, as well as principal at Techstrong Research, which is where the Accelerated Strategies Group business will operate (more about that in a moment).

    Sean Lowery, another friend who founded and runs Prospera Events, the people behind the InnoTech conferences for more than a dozen years, has also joined Techstrong Group, in our Techstrong Live events business unit. We are excited to have Sean and the whole Prospera team as part of Techstrong Group and officially welcome them to the family.

    I would be remiss if I didn’t mention some other important people in the Techstrong Group team. Parker Yates, our Chief Revenue Officer, has been in this adventure with me since day one. Andre Pino, who joined us from CloudBees, heads up our marketing and operations team as Chief Marketing Officer. He is assisted by Heidi Gilmore who as VP of Marketing has really cranked up our marketing efforts. Charlene O’Hanlon, who started with me at MediaOps more than five years ago as a contract editor, is now Chief Content Officer. Marc Halcrow, who has helped Jayne make DevOps Institute the market leader it is, is now our SVP of Corporate Development and Strategic Partnerships. Finally, our newest executive member, Jason Baum, heads up our Techstrong Association and membership efforts.

    Of course, these are just the executive team members. Techstrong Group is more than 50 people strong with dozens of other contributors. We are grateful for every one of them, who have made what we do possible.

    But none of this would be possible without you. We believe we serve today’s “Masters of the Universe,” the people who are making our digital world possible. The worlds of DevOps, cloud-native, cybersecurity, which are all part of digital transformation, are remaking the world before our eyes. We know you; we believe we know what you want and how we can help.

    It is critical for technology professionals at all levels to understand how technology can improve business processes, revenue, profitability and customer satisfaction. Techstrong Group’s goal is to create a place where technology leaders and practitioners gather to exchange ideas and continually learn, grow and succeed.

    To help with this mission, we have organized into several distinct business units:

    •     Techstrong Media: The business unit with most of the existing MediaOps brands—devopsy.kinsta.cloud, Container Journal, Security Boulevard and Techstrong TV.
    •     Techstrong Associations: The business unit comprised of DevOps Institute and the Humans of DevOps association.
    •     Techstrong Research: Our analyst and research business, which includes Accelerated Strategies Group.
    •     Techstrong Live: Our events-focused business unit, which produces both in-person and virtual events.
    •     Techstrong Education: You will be hearing more about Techstrong Education in the coming weeks and months.

    Over the coming weeks and months, you will see more of the full Techstrong Group vision roll out. I hope you find it compelling and will entrust us with the greatest gift you can give: your time. We value you and your time; we know our mission and will continue to try and make sure we live up to our tagline, “The power source for people and technology.”

    So, welcome to Techstrong Group. We don’t view today as the culmination of our story; rather, it is the end of our prologue. Now the true adventure begins. Strap in: The world is an exciting place right now and we want to help you get the most out of it.