Arizona to Everywhere

BUILD LOCAL
EXPAND GLOBAL
DREAM WITHOUT BORDERS

The Tech Arizona Advocates (TAA) is a proud chapter of the Global Tech Alliance, linking Arizona’s innovation ecosystem to a worldwide network of opportunity.

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OFFICIAL CHAPTER LAUNCH

4th Tech Talent Summit + Startup World Cup

November 6–7, 2025, Phx AZ

Co-hosted by

Connecting Arizona to the Global Tech Frontier

WHAT IS TECH ARIZONA ADVOCATES?

Who Are We?

Tech Arizona Advocates (TAA) is Arizona’s link to the global Tech Advocates (GTA) network - in partnership with Freeway X, which activates the real-world experiences that help our founders go global.

Our purpose is simple

to create a powerful, collaborative platform that propels Arizona's tech landscape forward through mentorship, global networking, and strategic alliances. Tech Arizona Advocates is a regional group within the Global Tech Advocates network.

Why We Exist

We unite tech visionaries, entrepreneurs, and leaders to transform Arizona into a world-class technology destination. Our network breaks down barriers, creates meaningful connections, and amplifies the innovative spirit of Arizona's tech community.
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Tech Arizona Advocates emerged from a critical need: to give the tech community a powerful, unified voice. We're not just talking about challenges—we're actively solving them.

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A Global Tech Community Rooted in Arizona

Tech Arizona Advocates (TAA) is an independent, founder-led coalition of Arizona-based startup leaders, venture capitalists, technologists, and public-private stakeholders — united in the mission to amplify Arizona’s global role in the innovation economy.

We're the official Arizona chapter of Global Tech Advocates, an international network spanning 30+ tech hubs from London to Tokyo. Through FreewayX, our activation conduit, we connect Arizona to global opportunity — through curated delegations, international partnerships, and high-impact events.

PHX to the World

Tech Arizona Advocates is the proud 45th Chapter of Global Tech Advocates.

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Global Partners Committed to Growth

Collaborating across borders to strengthen innovation ecosystems, expand opportunity, and drive inclusive growth at every level.

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Jen Wong

Co-Chairs Tech Arizona Advocates

Daniela Santangelo

Co-Chairs Tech Arizona Advocates

Access, Exposure, Experience

Driving inclusive innovation

Jen and Daniela co-lead this initiative, bringing deep experience in tech, ecosystem building and Founder Enablement. Their collaborative leadership ensures equity and scale stay at the core of our mission.

Daniel Benson

TAA Chapter Board of Advisor, City of Phx

Casey Gilchrist

TAA Chapter Board of Advisor, Greater Phoenix Economic Council

Rachel Benoit

TAA Chapter Board of Advisor, Phoenix Sister Cities

BENEFITS OF GETTING INVOLVED

Join Tech Arizona Advocates AND gain access to

Mentorship

Connect with experienced mentors to guide your tech journey.

Global Tech Events for Digital Nomads

Participate in international tech events and initiatives.

Resources

Access tools, insights, and information to support your growth.

Growing International Network

Connect with investors, advisors, and team members worldwide.

Focused Working Groups

Collaborate in smaller, specialized groups to tackle specific challenges within the tech sector.

Join us in one of these dynamic locations

THE WORLD IS WAITING, are you ready to plug in?

Tech Arizona Advocates is the bridge between Arizona’s builders and the global stage — creating real-world access, unforgettable experiences, and community that travels with you.

Builders across the pond

PHX at London Tech Week

A Digital Nomad Experience

1-2 weeks of Cross-cultural startup Networking 

Coming in June 2026