Washington,
D.C.
— TechNet, the national, bipartisan network of innovation
economy CEOs and senior executives, announced today the addition of
seven new members: Couchbase, Dell Technologies, MOVE Guides, Neva, Okta, Ring,
and Stride Health. With
these additions, TechNet’s network now stands at 77 members. A full list is available here. This year to date, TechNet has added 17 new
members.

“TechNet
is pleased to continue our growth with the addition of this diverse group of
innovators to our network,”
said Linda Moore, President
& CEO of TechNet. “As leaders in their fields, these seven companies
are driving the future of data management, IT infrastructure, cloud computing, machine
learning technology, home security, and portable benefits, among other
areas. We welcome the perspectives these
companies bring to several issues impacting the tech industry, as well as their
commitment to advance policies that promote job growth and innovation.”

New members include:

  • Couchbase
    is a data management company that strives to be the data platform that
    revolutionizes digital innovation. Based
    in Mountain View, California, the company created the world’s first Engagement
    Database, which provides unmatched agility and manageability — as well as
    unparalleled performance at any scale — to deliver ever-richer and ever more
    personalized customer experiences.
  • Dell Technologies
    is a unique family of businesses encompassing Dell, Dell EMC, Pivotal, RSA,
    SecureWorks, Virtustream, and VMware. Headquartered in Round Rock, Texas, the
    company is an innovator and technology leader providing the essential
    infrastructure for organizations to build their digital future, transform IT,
    and protect their most important information.
  • MOVE Guides
    powers global business with the first cloud-based software platform designed
    for the growing mobile workforce.
    Industry leading companies rely on its Talent Mobility
    Cloud
    to deliver their global mobility programs across more than 190
    countries with increased operational efficiencies, trusted compliance, and
    engaging employee experiences.
  • Neva, headquartered
    in Menlo Park, California, is a leading provider of machine learning and
    natural language processing solutions for enterprise service and support. Founded in 2016, Neva helps global businesses
    solve customer service problems by automating high call volume using its
    cognitive intelligence solution and virtual assistant technology.
  • Okta, based in
    San Francisco, California, is the leading independent provider of identity for
    the enterprise. With deep integrations
    in over 5,000 apps, the Okta Identity Cloud enables simple and secure access
    from any device. Thousands of customers trust
    Okta to help them do their work faster, boost revenue, and stay secure.
  • Ring creates affordable
    yet powerful home security doorbells and cameras that put the power of home
    security in the hands of homeowners.
    Based in Santa Monica, California, Ring launched the world’s first smart
    video doorbell back in 2013, but has since expanded to produce a line of
    preventative security devices, such as motion-activated cameras and floodlights,
    all of which can be managed and monitored using a smartphone.
  • Stride Health, headquartered
    in San Francisco, California, is the foremost benefits provider for
    independent workers. Since its founding
    in 2014, Stride has been on a mission to empower anyone to work for themselves.
    By unlocking benefits traditionally
    offered by employers, Stride levels the playing field for the self-employed. Stride frees entrepreneurs to pursue their
    passion, knowing they are fully protected with health benefits customized for
    them and their life.

Other companies that have joined
TechNet this year include:

  • Austin
    Tech Alliance
  • Elevate
  • FireEye
  • Philips
    Lighting
  • Postmates
  • Rubicon
    Project
  • Verizon
  • Waymo