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December Peers & Beers - Augusta
2023-12-13 16:30 - 18:30 UTC | August Civic Center – North Wing, 76 Community Drive, Augusta
Join us for some refreshments, in-person networking, and holiday cheer!

This month’s topic is “Technical Leadership in the Real World”
presented by James Troutman
This brief presentation will provide practical tips and insights on securing support for your digital transformation initiatives. Learn to effectively communicate complex tech and risk subjects, aligning them with your leadership’s priorities
This month’s sponsor:
Mitel – “Mitel’s mass notification, and Communications Solutions are designed for today’s modern organization, enabling reliable communications across a wide range of channels and devices so that everyone can be kept safe, informed, and connected during emergency situations – regardless of their location.”
This event is open to and free for the public. We hope you’ll join us for this fun educational networking session!
Many thanks to our Peers & Beers Sponsor Mitel
Would you like to be a MTUG Peers & Beers Sponsor?
MTUG Peers & Beers sponsorships are unique opportunities to support MTUG’s independent educational mission while having exclusive visibility and networking opportunities with the MTUG’s community. Learn more about our Peers & Beers sponsorships for this year.

February Peers & Beers - Portland
2024-02-29 16:30 - 18:30 UTC | Rising Tide Brewing, 103 Fox St, Portland, Maine
Join us for some refreshments and in-person networking!
This is month’s topic is “Network Security and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE).”
presented by Kent Goodrow, Chief Information Security Officer, Systems Engineering
This month’s sponsor:
Verkada – “Trusted by over 20,000 organizations to protect people and property with privacy in mind. Verkada builds physical security solutions that integrate into a cloud-based dashboard.”
This event is open to and free for the public. We hope you’ll join us for this fun educational networking session!
Many thanks to our Peers & Beers Sponsor Verkada

2024 I.T. Summit & Tradeshow
2024-05-14 07:30 - 16:00 UTC | Holiday Inn by the Bay, 88 Spring St., Portland, ME, 88 Spring St, Portland
The 2024 MTUG I.T. Summit & Tradeshow!
The Annual I.T. Summit & Tradeshow will be Tuesday, May 14, 2024, bringing together approximately 400 tech professionals to enjoy 50 exhibits, 15 competitively-selected workshops, refreshments, prizes, and more.

Annual Summit
2024-05-14 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)

2024 SecureMaine
2024-10-03 00:00 UTC | Italian Heritage Center, 40 Westland Ave., Portland, ME, United States
Join an expected 250 attendees from across Maine, the region, and beyond for the 2nd annual SecureMaine Conference!
The annual SecureMaine event is coordinated by leading non-profit professional security organizations that provide authoritative input from leading voices to update attendees, deliver professional development, and offer broad exposure and networking opportunities. The constituents attending SecureMaine conferences are persons and organizations that seek to improve their organizations’ security and privacy protection. ​Important security vendors and leading federal and state organizations exhibit and share knowledge during the event.
MTUG is a proud supporting partner of this year’s event.
How To Register

Contact Organization: SecureMaine
Host / Event Website: https://www.securemaine.org/

2024 Accelerate
2024-10-22 00:09 - 00:16 UTC | Throttle Car Club, 10 Dynamic Dr, Scarborough, ME, United States
As digital threats increase in sophistication, particularly against mid-sized businesses, the need for robust cybersecurity is becoming a “must-have.” This event is designed not just to present solutions but to drive action.
Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in a different kind of event for learning and connecting with IT and cybersecurity professionals in Maine.
How To Register

Contact Organization: Defendify
Host / Event Website: https://www.defendify.com/accelerate/

MTUG Social
2025-02-20 16:00 - 19:00 UTC | Rising Tide Brewery, 103 Fox St, Portland
Join us for some refreshments and a chance to connect with peers from across Maine’s technology provider industry.
This month’s presentation topic is “Your company’s #1 IT Security Threat – What everyone needs to know!”
Sponsored by WG Tech: “As a leading managed service provider, we specialize in delivering comprehensive solutions and technology support that empowers Maine business to thrive in today’s digital landscape. With over 30 years in business, we are a Trusted IT partner that delivers powerful IT results.”
Would you like to be a MTUG Social Sponsor?
Sponsorships are unique opportunities to support MTUG’s independent educational mission while having exclusive visibility and networking opportunities with the MTUG community. Learn more about our MTUG event sponsorships.

New England’s Largest I.T. Summit & Tradeshow
2025-06-18 07:30 - 16:00 UTC

2025 Annual IT Summit
2025-06-18 07:30 - 16:30 UTC | UNE, Innovation Hall, 772 Stevens Ave, Portland, ME, 04103, United States
The Summit brings together hundreds of IT professionals for a full day of learning from the top experts in cyber security, innovation, technology trends, and more.
Make new connections and get to know dozens of technology businesses exhibiting throughout the day.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of THE educational event for IT professionals held in Maine each year. Add the date to your calendar and register here.

AGENDA

7:30–8:30 am
Attendee Registration & Continental Breakfast
Innovation Hall 1st Floor Room 116
8:00 – 8:30 am
Student Orientation
1st Floor Room 101
7:30am–4:00pm (ALL DAY)
Vendor Exhibitors – Tradeshow Booths
1st Floor Room 116
Meet with vendors and view demonstrations and displays of new and innovative technology products and services.
8:30–8:45 am
Opening Remarks & Announcements
Innovation Hall, First Floor
9:00–9:45 am
Workshop Sessions A
First & Second Floors (Rooms 101, 102, 201 – 3 consecutive workshops)
10:00–10:45 am
Workshop Sessions B
First & Second Floors (Rooms 101, 102, 201 – 3 consecutive workshops)
11:00 am–12:00 pm
Speed Networking
Second Floor (Room 201)
12:00–12:45 pm
Buffet Lunch
Innovation Hall, Room 104
12:30–12:45 pm
Scholarship Donor Appreciation
12:45–2:00 pm
Keynote Panel Discussion
2:15–3:00 pm
Workshop Sessions C
First & Second Floors (Rooms 101, 102, 201 – 3 consecutive workshops)
3:00 pm
More Desserts
Tradeshow Floor,&nbsRoom 116
3:30–4:00 pm
Closing Ceremonies of the IT Summit!
Innovation Hall
3:30 pm
Students Regroup
Students are welcome to regroup and share experiences
3:45 pm
Final Remarks, Grand Prize & Vendor Door Prizes!

NETech Social
2025-08-01 16:00 - 19:00 UTC | Coming Soon
Are you ready to dive into the latest trends in IT innovation and improvement? Don’t miss our next MTUG Social event, featuring SJ Rollins as our sponsor and speaker!

2026 Annual IT Summit
2026-06-17 07:30 - 16:30 UTC | UNE, Innovation Hall, 772 Stevens Ave, Portland, ME, 04103, United States
The Summit brings together hundreds of IT professionals for a full day of learning from the top experts in cyber security, innovation, technology trends, and more.
Make new connections and get to know many technology businesses exhibiting throughout the day.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of THE educational event for IT professionals held in Maine each year. Add the date to your calendar and register here.
